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$344,255$223 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $157,500 on Oct 29, 2012

38 COTTAGE ST

WEST BROOKFIELD, MA 01585
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,546 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$344K
$314K low$374K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$157,500 · Oct 29, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,677 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$248,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$196,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$327,655

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
West Brookfield Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.6 mi
M
Quaboag Regional Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.5 mi
H
Quaboag Regional High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Quaboag Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01585These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,580
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.184 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,093
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,488
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

38 Cottage St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 85% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in West Brookfield 01585
  • Older than 73% of homes in West Brookfield 01585

What homes are worth in West Brookfield 01585

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$231K$770K

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in West Brookfield 01585.

How it measures up in West Brookfield 01585

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Brookfield 01585.

Estimated value$344,255
CheaperTypical $400,342Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$223
CheaperTypical $264Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,546 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,658 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 1.09 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 38 Cottage St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Brookfield 01585Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$344,25527% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22326% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,546 ft²44% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac21% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than194127% of homes28% of homes

About 38 Cottage St

How much is 38 Cottage St, West Brookfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Cottage St, West Brookfield, MA is $344,255 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $314,335 to $374,175. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Cottage St, West Brookfield, MA last sell?

38 Cottage St, West Brookfield, MA last sold on Oct 29, 2012 for $157,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 38 Cottage St, West Brookfield, MA?

38 Cottage St, West Brookfield, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,546 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 38 Cottage St, West Brookfield, MA built?

38 Cottage St, West Brookfield, MA was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 38 Cottage St, West Brookfield, MA?

38 Cottage St, West Brookfield, MA is assigned to West Brookfield Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Quaboag Regional Middle School (middle), rated D+; Quaboag Regional High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Quaboag Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Cottage St, West Brookfield, MA compare to other homes in West Brookfield 01585?

Among the 1,660 homes in West Brookfield 01585, it is worth more than 27% of them ($344,255 against a typical $400,342), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($223 against a typical $264), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,546 ft² against a typical 1,658 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 1.09 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1941 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 15% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 38 Cottage St, West Brookfield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38 Cottage St, West Brookfield, MA was $2,677. The county assessed it at $248,300.

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