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$341,341$287 / 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 94How 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 $30,000 on Feb 27, 2015

79 LANCASTER ST

FITCHBURG, MA 01420
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,191 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.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1897
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

$341K
$322K low$361K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,000 · Feb 27, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,585 (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.$339,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$109,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$230,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$359,100

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
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.1977
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.45
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.Slate
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

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Arthur M Longsjo Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
E
Mckay Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Fitchburg High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi

District: Fitchburg School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01420These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.43,507
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,361 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,663
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,428
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%

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How this home compares

79 Lancaster 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 86% of homes in Worcester County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Fitchburg 01420
  • Older than 94% of homes in Fitchburg 01420

What homes are worth in Fitchburg 01420

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

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$238K$677K

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Fitchburg 01420.

How it measures up in Fitchburg 01420

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fitchburg 01420.

Estimated value$341,341
CheaperTypical $396,271Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$287
CheaperTypical $283Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,191 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,616 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1897
OlderTypical 1946Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 79 Lancaster St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFitchburg 01420Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$341,34120% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28753% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than1,191 ft²21% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac77% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than18976% of homes8% of homes

About 79 Lancaster St

How much is 79 Lancaster St, Fitchburg, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 Lancaster St, Fitchburg, MA is $341,341 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $322,129 to $360,553. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 Lancaster St, Fitchburg, MA last sell?

79 Lancaster St, Fitchburg, MA last sold on Feb 27, 2015 for $30,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 79 Lancaster St, Fitchburg, MA?

79 Lancaster St, Fitchburg, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,191 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 79 Lancaster St, Fitchburg, MA built?

79 Lancaster St, Fitchburg, MA was built in 1897, making it 129 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 79 Lancaster St, Fitchburg, MA?

79 Lancaster St, Fitchburg, MA is assigned to Arthur M Longsjo Middle School (middle), rated D-; Mckay Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Fitchburg High School (high), rated D. All sit in Fitchburg School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 79 Lancaster St, Fitchburg, MA compare to other homes in Fitchburg 01420?

Among the 10,314 homes in Fitchburg 01420, it is worth more than 20% of them ($341,341 against a typical $396,271), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($287 against a typical $283), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,191 ft² against a typical 1,616 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1897 against a typical 1946). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 14% 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 79 Lancaster St, Fitchburg, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 79 Lancaster St, Fitchburg, MA was $4,585. The county assessed it at $339,400.

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