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Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $740,000 on Sep 24, 2026

78 MERRICK ST

WORCESTER, MA 01609
9
Beds
3
Baths
4,446 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
18
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$740,000 · Sep 24, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,113 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$686,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$68,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$617,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$672,400

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.33 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.Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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.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(4)

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
Elm Park CommunityD-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.4 mi
H
Doherty Memorial High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
University Pk Campus SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Worcester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01609These 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.119
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 100.60

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.22,689
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,467 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,029
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,093
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

78 Merrick 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.

  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Worcester County

How it measures up in Worcester 01609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Worcester 01609.

Living area4,446 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,150 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1943Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 78 Merrick St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElm ParkWorcester 01609Worcester County
Living areabigger than4,446 ft²86% of homes92% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac36% of homes15% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than189034% of homes15% of homes8% of homes

About 78 Merrick St

When did 78 Merrick St, Worcester, MA last sell?

78 Merrick St, Worcester, MA last sold on Sep 24, 2026 for $740,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 78 Merrick St, Worcester, MA?

78 Merrick St, Worcester, MA has 9 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4,446 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 78 Merrick St, Worcester, MA built?

78 Merrick St, Worcester, MA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 78 Merrick St, Worcester, MA?

78 Merrick St, Worcester, MA is assigned to Elm Park Community (elementary), rated D-; 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 78 Merrick St, Worcester, MA compare to other homes in Worcester 01609?

Among the 3,878 homes in Worcester 01609, it is bigger than 92% of them (4,446 ft² against a typical 2,150 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1890 against a typical 1943). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 78 Merrick St, Worcester, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 78 Merrick St, Worcester, MA was $9,113. The county assessed it at $686,200.

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