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$449,199$223 / 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 92How 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 $122,000 on Sep 16, 1987

5 BIRCHWOOD DR

LEICESTER, MA 01524
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,016 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.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$449K
$412K low$486K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$122,000 · Sep 16, 1987

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,120 (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.$350,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$269,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$309,300

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.Split Entry
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.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.

M
Leicester Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.4 mi
E
Leicester Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.4 mi
H
Leicester High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Leicester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01524These 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.61
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
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.7,010
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.413 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,627
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,656
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

5 Birchwood 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Worcester County
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Leicester 01524
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Leicester 01524

What homes are worth in Leicester 01524

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

This home
$243K$778K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Leicester 01524.

How it measures up in Leicester 01524

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Leicester 01524.

Estimated value$449,199
CheaperTypical $445,472Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$223
CheaperTypical $272Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area2,016 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,694 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.69 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 5 Birchwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLeicester 01524Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$449,19951% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22319% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than2,016 ft²66% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac31% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than197559% of homes56% of homes

About 5 Birchwood Dr

How much is 5 Birchwood Dr, Leicester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Birchwood Dr, Leicester, MA is $449,199 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $412,348 to $486,050. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Birchwood Dr, Leicester, MA last sell?

5 Birchwood Dr, Leicester, MA last sold on Sep 16, 1987 for $122,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Birchwood Dr, Leicester, MA?

5 Birchwood Dr, Leicester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,016 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 5 Birchwood Dr, Leicester, MA built?

5 Birchwood Dr, Leicester, MA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. It is a split entry home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 Birchwood Dr, Leicester, MA?

5 Birchwood Dr, Leicester, MA is assigned to Leicester Middle School (middle), rated C-; Leicester Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Leicester High School (high), rated C. All sit in Leicester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Birchwood Dr, Leicester, MA compare to other homes in Leicester 01524?

Among the 2,314 homes in Leicester 01524, it is worth more than 51% of them ($449,199 against a typical $445,472), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($223 against a typical $272), it is bigger than 66% of them (2,016 ft² against a typical 1,694 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.69 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1975 against a typical 1965). 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 5 Birchwood Dr, Leicester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Birchwood Dr, Leicester, MA was $4,120. The county assessed it at $350,000.

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