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$452,708$284 / 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 86How 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 $160,000 on Mar 19, 2009

5 RUTH ST

WORCESTER, MA 01602
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,594 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1915
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
$391K low$515K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · Mar 19, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,227 (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.$396,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$118,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$277,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$422,940

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.6 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.Conventional
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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(17)

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(3)

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

E
May StreetC
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.1 mi
H
Doherty Memorial High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
University Pk Campus SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.5 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

5 Ruth 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Tatnuck

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
$261K$742K

This home is worth more than 52% 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$452,708
CheaperTypical $447,095Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$284
CheaperTypical $293Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,594 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,605 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1915
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 5 Ruth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTatnuckWorcester 01602Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$452,70857% of homes52% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28439% of homes43% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,594 ft²52% of homes49% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac69% of homes63% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than191510% of homes18% of homes17% of homes

About 5 Ruth St

How much is 5 Ruth St, Worcester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Ruth St, Worcester, MA is $452,708 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $390,782 to $514,634. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Ruth St, Worcester, MA last sell?

5 Ruth St, Worcester, MA last sold on Mar 19, 2009 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 Ruth St, Worcester, MA?

5 Ruth St, Worcester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,594 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 5 Ruth St, Worcester, MA built?

5 Ruth St, Worcester, MA was built in 1915, making it 111 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Ruth St, Worcester, MA?

5 Ruth St, Worcester, MA is assigned to May Street (elementary), rated C; Doherty Memorial High School (high), rated D+; University Pk Campus School (middle), rated D. All sit in Worcester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Ruth St, Worcester, MA compare to other homes in Worcester 01602?

Among the 6,707 homes in Worcester 01602, it is worth more than 52% of them ($452,708 against a typical $447,095), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($284 against a typical $293), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,594 ft² against a typical 1,605 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1915 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 5 Ruth St, Worcester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Ruth St, Worcester, MA was $5,227. The county assessed it at $396,300.

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