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$394,886$298 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $225,000 on Dec 27, 2019

488 MILK ST

FITCHBURG, MA 01420
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,323 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
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.
Pre-foreclosure (LIS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
A foreclosure-related notice has been recorded for this property.

Valuation

$395K
$377K low$413K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · Dec 27, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,798 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$361,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$103,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$257,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$343,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$354,920

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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1978
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.Frame (Unspecified)
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(12)

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(1)

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

M
Memorial Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Crocker Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 2.3 mi
H
Fitchburg High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Fitchburg School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01420These 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.122
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 100.68

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.43,507
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,361 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,663
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,428
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%

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How this home compares

488 Milk 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 Worcester County
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Fitchburg 01420

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

This home
$235K$672K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Fitchburg 01420.

How it measures up in Fitchburg 01420

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fitchburg 01420.

Estimated value$394,886
CheaperTypical $392,990Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$298
CheaperTypical $280Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,323 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,603 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 488 Milk St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFitchburg 01420Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$394,88651% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29863% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,323 ft²32% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac33% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than194852% of homes31% of homes

About 488 Milk St

How much is 488 Milk St, Fitchburg, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 488 Milk St, Fitchburg, MA is $394,886 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $376,806 to $412,966. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 488 Milk St, Fitchburg, MA last sell?

488 Milk St, Fitchburg, MA last sold on Dec 27, 2019 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 488 Milk St, Fitchburg, MA?

488 Milk St, Fitchburg, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,323 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 488 Milk St, Fitchburg, MA built?

488 Milk St, Fitchburg, MA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 488 Milk St, Fitchburg, MA?

488 Milk St, Fitchburg, MA is assigned to Memorial Middle School (middle), rated C-; Crocker Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Fitchburg High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Fitchburg School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 488 Milk St, Fitchburg, MA compare to other homes in Fitchburg 01420?

Among the 10,314 homes in Fitchburg 01420, it is worth more than 51% of them ($394,886 against a typical $392,990), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($298 against a typical $280), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,323 ft² against a typical 1,603 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1948 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 28% 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 488 Milk St, Fitchburg, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 488 Milk St, Fitchburg, MA was $4,798. The county assessed it at $361,000.

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