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$578,130$252 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $215,250 on Aug 3, 2001

4 RICHARDS AVE

PAXTON, MA 01612
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,293 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$578K
$557K low$599K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$215,250 · Aug 3, 2001
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$341,789
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$273,431
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.44%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$186,341
JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NA · recorded Jul 9, 2012
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$50,000
WORCESTER CU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,195 (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.$420,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$102,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$317,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$491,245

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.Colonial
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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
Paxton Center SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.1 mi
H
Wachusett Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi

District: Wachusett School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01612These 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.23
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,363
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.325 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$149,287
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$165,834
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

4 Richards Ave 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 more than 68% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Worcester County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Paxton 01612
  • Older than 94% of homes in Paxton 01612

What homes are worth in Paxton 01612

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

This home
$333K$961K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Paxton 01612.

How it measures up in Paxton 01612

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Paxton 01612.

Estimated value$578,130
CheaperTypical $544,667Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$252
CheaperTypical $286Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area2,293 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,937 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.92 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 4 Richards Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePaxton 01612Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$578,13057% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25223% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than2,293 ft²67% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac10% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than19256% of homes22% of homes

About 4 Richards Ave

How much is 4 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA is $578,130 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $557,421 to $598,839. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA last sell?

4 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA last sold on Aug 3, 2001 for $215,250, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA?

4 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,293 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 4 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA built?

4 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA?

4 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA is assigned to Paxton Center School (elementary), rated B-; Wachusett Regional High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Wachusett School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA compare to other homes in Paxton 01612?

Among the 1,642 homes in Paxton 01612, it is worth more than 57% of them ($578,130 against a typical $544,667), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($252 against a typical $286), it is bigger than 67% of them (2,293 ft² against a typical 1,937 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.92 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1925 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 68% 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 4 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA was $6,195. The county assessed it at $420,300.

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