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$955,837$393 / 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 94How 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 $7,500 on Feb 12, 2014

42 CATHERINE DR

NORTHBOROUGH, MA 01532
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,432 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.
0.66 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$956K
$902K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$7,500 · Feb 12, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,127 (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.$851,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$313,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$538,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$775,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$702,525

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.0.66
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(14)

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

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

E
Marguerite E PeasleeA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
M
Robert E. Melican Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Algonquin Regional High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Northborough-Southborough School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01532These 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.31
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.9%
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.16,278
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.868 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$158,286
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$198,404
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

42 Catherine Dr 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 95% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Worcester County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Northborough 01532

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

This home
$304K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Northborough 01532.

How it measures up in Northborough 01532

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Northborough 01532.

Estimated value$955,837
CheaperTypical $691,528Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$393
CheaperTypical $378Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area2,432 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,811 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.66 ac
SmallerTypical 0.57 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 42 Catherine Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthborough 01532Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$955,83781% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39360% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than2,432 ft²74% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.66 ac57% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than198357% of homes62% of homes

About 42 Catherine Dr

How much is 42 Catherine Dr, Northborough, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Catherine Dr, Northborough, MA is $955,837 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $902,300 to $1,009,374. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Catherine Dr, Northborough, MA last sell?

42 Catherine Dr, Northborough, MA last sold on Feb 12, 2014 for $7,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 8 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42 Catherine Dr, Northborough, MA?

42 Catherine Dr, Northborough, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,432 square feet of living space and a 0.66-acre lot.

When was 42 Catherine Dr, Northborough, MA built?

42 Catherine Dr, Northborough, MA was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Catherine Dr, Northborough, MA?

42 Catherine Dr, Northborough, MA is assigned to Marguerite E Peaslee (elementary), rated A-; Robert E. Melican Middle School (middle), rated B+; Algonquin Regional High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Northborough-Southborough School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Catherine Dr, Northborough, MA compare to other homes in Northborough 01532?

Among the 4,998 homes in Northborough 01532, it is worth more than 81% of them ($955,837 against a typical $691,528), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($393 against a typical $378), it is bigger than 74% of them (2,432 ft² against a typical 1,811 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.66 ac against a typical 0.57 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1983 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 95% 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 42 Catherine Dr, Northborough, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Catherine Dr, Northborough, MA was $12,127. The county assessed it at $851,000.

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