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$536,256$310 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $392,650 on Jul 22, 2021

488 PLANTATION ST

WORCESTER, MA 01605
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,729 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
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

$536K
$510K low$562K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$392,650 · Jul 22, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,875 (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.$445,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$123,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$321,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$348,270

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.0.36
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.Electric
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(6)

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
Lake ViewB
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.3 mi
H
North High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Worcester East Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Worcester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01605These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.60

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
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.30,387
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,916 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,223
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,206
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

488 Plantation 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 more than 91% of homes in Booth Apartments Area
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Booth Apartments Area
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Booth Apartments Area
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Booth Apartments Area
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Worcester 01605

What homes are worth in Worcester 01605

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

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$205K$750K

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Worcester 01605.

How it measures up in Worcester 01605

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Worcester 01605.

Estimated value$536,256
CheaperTypical $447,266Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$310
CheaperTypical $318Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,729 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 488 Plantation St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBooth Apartments AreaWorcester 01605Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$536,25691% of homes75% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31034% of homes45% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,729 ft²84% of homes57% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac92% of homes87% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than199173% of homes82% of homes74% of homes

About 488 Plantation St

How much is 488 Plantation St, Worcester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 488 Plantation St, Worcester, MA is $536,256 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $510,021 to $562,491. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 488 Plantation St, Worcester, MA last sell?

488 Plantation St, Worcester, MA last sold on Jul 22, 2021 for $392,650, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 488 Plantation St, Worcester, MA?

488 Plantation St, Worcester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,729 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 488 Plantation St, Worcester, MA built?

488 Plantation St, Worcester, MA was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 488 Plantation St, Worcester, MA?

488 Plantation St, Worcester, MA is assigned to Lake View (elementary), rated B; North High School (high), rated D-; Worcester East Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Worcester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 488 Plantation St, Worcester, MA compare to other homes in Worcester 01605?

Among the 4,919 homes in Worcester 01605, it is worth more than 75% of them ($536,256 against a typical $447,266), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($310 against a typical $318), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,729 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (1991 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 61% 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 Plantation St, Worcester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 488 Plantation St, Worcester, MA was $5,875. The county assessed it at $445,400.

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