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$438,107$437 / 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 $102,000 on Dec 19, 1997

53 CHESTER ST

WORCESTER, MA 01605
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,003 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$438K
$415K low$461K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$102,000 · Dec 19, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,849 (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.$367,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$119,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$248,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$380,000

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.Ranch
CountyWORCESTER
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1953
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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(8)

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
Nelson PlaceC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.6 mi
M
Forest Grove Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Doherty Memorial High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 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

53 Chester 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 less than 83% of homes in Forest Grove
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Forest Grove
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Forest Grove
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Worcester 01605
  • Older than 67% of homes in Forest Grove

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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$203K$748K

This home is worth more than 47% 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$438,107
CheaperTypical $446,444Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$437
CheaperTypical $319Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area1,003 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,582 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 53 Chester St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest GroveWorcester 01605Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$438,10717% of homes47% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43794% of homes94% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than1,003 ft²3% of homes12% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac61% of homes85% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than195033% of homes53% of homes34% of homes

About 53 Chester St

How much is 53 Chester St, Worcester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 Chester St, Worcester, MA is $438,107 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $415,323 to $460,891. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 Chester St, Worcester, MA last sell?

53 Chester St, Worcester, MA last sold on Dec 19, 1997 for $102,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 53 Chester St, Worcester, MA?

53 Chester St, Worcester, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,003 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 53 Chester St, Worcester, MA built?

53 Chester St, Worcester, MA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 53 Chester St, Worcester, MA?

53 Chester St, Worcester, MA is assigned to Nelson Place (elementary), rated C; Forest Grove Middle School (middle), rated C-; Doherty Memorial High School (high), rated C. All sit in Worcester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 Chester St, Worcester, MA compare to other homes in Worcester 01605?

Among the 4,919 homes in Worcester 01605, it is worth more than 47% of them ($438,107 against a typical $446,444), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($437 against a typical $319), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,003 ft² against a typical 1,582 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1950 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 39% 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 53 Chester St, Worcester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53 Chester St, Worcester, MA was $4,849. The county assessed it at $367,600.

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