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$453,331$311 / 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 97How 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 $405,000 on May 5, 2023

48 AMHERST ST

WORCESTER, MA 01602
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,456 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1937
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

$453K
$440K low$467K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$405,000 · May 5, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,640 (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.$351,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$117,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$234,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$452,390

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.16 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.0.17
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.Steam
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, Basement
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
Midland StreetC
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
H
Doherty Memorial High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Forest Grove Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Worcester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01602These 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.93
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 100.62

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,609
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,222 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,709
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,090
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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

48 Amherst 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 72% of homes in Newton Square
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Newton Square
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Newton Square
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Worcester County
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Newton Square

What homes are worth in Worcester 01602

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

This home
$258K$742K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Worcester 01602.

How it measures up in Worcester 01602

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Worcester 01602.

Estimated value$453,331
CheaperTypical $447,988Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$311
CheaperTypical $293Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area1,456 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,604 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1937
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 48 Amherst St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton SquareWorcester 01602Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$453,33128% of homes53% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31172% of homes62% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,456 ft²19% of homes40% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac28% of homes26% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than193776% of homes46% of homes26% of homes

About 48 Amherst St

How much is 48 Amherst St, Worcester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 48 Amherst St, Worcester, MA is $453,331 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $439,727 to $466,935. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 48 Amherst St, Worcester, MA last sell?

48 Amherst St, Worcester, MA last sold on May 5, 2023 for $405,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 48 Amherst St, Worcester, MA?

48 Amherst St, Worcester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,456 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 48 Amherst St, Worcester, MA built?

48 Amherst St, Worcester, MA was built in 1937, making it 89 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 48 Amherst St, Worcester, MA?

48 Amherst St, Worcester, MA is assigned to Midland Street (elementary), rated C; Doherty Memorial High School (high), rated D+; Forest Grove Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Worcester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 48 Amherst St, Worcester, MA compare to other homes in Worcester 01602?

Among the 6,707 homes in Worcester 01602, it is worth more than 53% of them ($453,331 against a typical $447,988), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($311 against a typical $293), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,456 ft² against a typical 1,604 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1937 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 43% 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 48 Amherst St, Worcester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 48 Amherst St, Worcester, MA was $4,640. The county assessed it at $351,800.

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