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$492,955$351 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $275,000 on Jul 27, 2018

55 W CHESTER ST

WORCESTER, MA 01605
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,404 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
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

$493K
$451K low$535K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Jul 27, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,318 (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.$403,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$118,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$284,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$411,635

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.Cape Cod
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
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
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(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
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

55 W 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 67% of homes in Forest Grove
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Forest Grove
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Forest Grove
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Worcester 01605

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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$200K$769K

This home is worth more than 63% 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$492,955
CheaperTypical $449,900Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$351
CheaperTypical $319Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,404 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 55 W Chester St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest GroveWorcester 01605Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$492,95533% of homes63% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35173% of homes67% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,404 ft²28% of homes41% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac50% of homes77% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than195741% of homes59% of homes41% of homes

About 55 W Chester St

How much is 55 W Chester St, Worcester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 55 W Chester St, Worcester, MA is $492,955 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $450,654 to $535,256. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 55 W Chester St, Worcester, MA last sell?

55 W Chester St, Worcester, MA last sold on Jul 27, 2018 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 55 W Chester St, Worcester, MA?

55 W Chester St, Worcester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,404 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 55 W Chester St, Worcester, MA built?

55 W Chester St, Worcester, MA was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 55 W Chester St, Worcester, MA?

55 W 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 55 W Chester St, Worcester, MA compare to other homes in Worcester 01605?

Among the 4,919 homes in Worcester 01605, it is worth more than 63% of them ($492,955 against a typical $449,900), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($351 against a typical $319), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,404 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1957 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 53% 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 55 W Chester St, Worcester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 55 W Chester St, Worcester, MA was $5,318. The county assessed it at $403,200.

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