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$522,529$228 / 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 $235,000 on Jan 31, 2003

500 RICHARDS AVE

PAXTON, MA 01612
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,290 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.
5.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
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.

Valuation

$523K
$497K low$548K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$235,000 · Jan 31, 2003
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.$410,529
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$328,423
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.22%
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.$112,000
PEOPLE'S UNITED BK · recorded Mar 27, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,418 (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.$435,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$334,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$463,125

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.53
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(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.

E
Paxton Center SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Wachusett Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 mi

District: Wachusett School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01612These 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.23
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 100.56

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.4%
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.5,363
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.325 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$149,287
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$165,834
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%

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

500 Richards 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Paxton 01612
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Paxton 01612
  • Older than 72% of homes in Paxton 01612

What homes are worth in Paxton 01612

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

This home
$336K$977K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Paxton 01612.

How it measures up in Paxton 01612

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Paxton 01612.

Estimated value$522,529
CheaperTypical $545,474Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$228
CheaperTypical $286Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area2,290 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,939 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size5.53 ac
SmallerTypical 0.93 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 500 Richards Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePaxton 01612Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$522,52944% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22810% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than2,290 ft²66% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.53 ac93% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than195528% of homes38% of homes

About 500 Richards Ave

How much is 500 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 500 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA is $522,529 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $496,598 to $548,460. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 500 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA last sell?

500 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA last sold on Jan 31, 2003 for $235,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 500 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA?

500 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,290 square feet of living space and a 5.53-acre lot.

When was 500 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA built?

500 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 500 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA?

500 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA is assigned to Paxton Center School (elementary), rated B-; 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 500 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA compare to other homes in Paxton 01612?

Among the 1,642 homes in Paxton 01612, it is worth more than 44% of them ($522,529 against a typical $545,474), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($228 against a typical $286), it is bigger than 66% of them (2,290 ft² against a typical 1,939 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (5.53 ac against a typical 0.93 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1955 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 58% 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 500 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 500 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA was $6,418. The county assessed it at $435,400.

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