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$474,549$318 / 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 91How 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 $471,000 on Jun 12, 2026

53 EAST ST

PETERSHAM, MA 01366
5
Beds
1
Baths
1,494 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.
1.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1850
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$475K
$430K low$520K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$471,000 · Jun 12, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,789 (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.$330,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$59,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$270,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$302,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$425,600

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.11 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.area not mapped

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.1.60
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

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
Petersham CenterA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.9 mi
M
Ralph C. Mahar Regional High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 8.7 mi

District: Ralph C. Mahar School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01366These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
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.819
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$104,718
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,158
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%

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How this home compares

53 East 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 more than 73% of homes in Petersham 01366
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Petersham 01366
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Petersham 01366
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Petersham 01366
  • Older than 98% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Petersham 01366

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

This home
$199K$711K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Petersham 01366.

How it measures up in Petersham 01366

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Petersham 01366.

Estimated value$474,549
CheaperTypical $394,780Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$318
CheaperTypical $214Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,494 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,816 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size1.6 ac
SmallerTypical 3.64 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1850
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 53 East St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePetersham 01366Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$474,54973% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31888% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,494 ft²28% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.6 ac19% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than185020% of homes2% of homes

About 53 East St

How much is 53 East St, Petersham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 East St, Petersham, MA is $474,549 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $429,564 to $519,534. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 East St, Petersham, MA last sell?

53 East St, Petersham, MA last sold on Jun 12, 2026 for $471,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 53 East St, Petersham, MA?

53 East St, Petersham, MA has 5 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,494 square feet of living space and a 1.60-acre lot.

When was 53 East St, Petersham, MA built?

53 East St, Petersham, MA was built in 1850, making it 176 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 53 East St, Petersham, MA?

53 East St, Petersham, MA is assigned to Petersham Center (elementary), rated A; Ralph C. Mahar Regional High School (middle), rated C. All sit in Ralph C. Mahar School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 East St, Petersham, MA compare to other homes in Petersham 01366?

Among the 552 homes in Petersham 01366, it is worth more than 73% of them ($474,549 against a typical $394,780), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($318 against a typical $214), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,494 ft² against a typical 1,816 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (1.6 ac against a typical 3.64 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1850 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 48% 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 East St, Petersham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53 East St, Petersham, MA was $4,789. The county assessed it at $330,500.

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