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$279,576$273 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $219,000 on Oct 14, 2020

5 HELEN AVE

RUTLAND, MA 01543
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,024 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.
3,600 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$280K
$265K low$294K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$219,000 · Oct 14, 2020
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$116,676
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$93,341
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.68%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$162,900
AMERICAS WHOLESALE LOAN · recorded Mar 20, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,207 (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.$225,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$66,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$159,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$289,750

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.Bungalow
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Central Tree Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
E
Naquag Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 2.4 mi
H
Wachusett Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi

District: Wachusett School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01543These 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.58
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.9%
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.9,140
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.256 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$139,117
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$152,427
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5 Helen Ave 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 96% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Worcester County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Worcester County
  • Among the smallest lots in Rutland 01543
  • Older than 92% of homes in Rutland 01543

What homes are worth in Rutland 01543

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

This home
$158K$851K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Rutland 01543.

How it measures up in Rutland 01543

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rutland 01543.

Estimated value$279,576
CheaperTypical $528,103Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$273
CheaperTypical $288Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,024 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,768 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size3,600 ft²
SmallerTypical 1.13 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 5 Helen Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRutland 01543Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$279,5769% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27333% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,024 ft²13% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,600 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than19258% of homes21% of homes

About 5 Helen Ave

How much is 5 Helen Ave, Rutland, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Helen Ave, Rutland, MA is $279,576 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $264,810 to $294,342. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Helen Ave, Rutland, MA last sell?

5 Helen Ave, Rutland, MA last sold on Oct 14, 2020 for $219,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 Helen Ave, Rutland, MA?

5 Helen Ave, Rutland, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,024 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 5 Helen Ave, Rutland, MA built?

5 Helen Ave, Rutland, MA was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 Helen Ave, Rutland, MA?

5 Helen Ave, Rutland, MA is assigned to Central Tree Middle School (middle), rated B-; Naquag Elementary School (elementary); Wachusett Regional High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Wachusett School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Helen Ave, Rutland, MA compare to other homes in Rutland 01543?

Among the 3,355 homes in Rutland 01543, it is worth more than 9% of them ($279,576 against a typical $528,103), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($273 against a typical $288), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,024 ft² against a typical 1,768 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,600 ft² against a typical 1.13 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1925 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 4% 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 Helen Ave, Rutland, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Helen Ave, Rutland, MA was $3,207. The county assessed it at $225,200.

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