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$564,886$335 / 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 96How 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 $274,000 on Apr 2, 2009

79 OLD EAST ST

PETERSHAM, MA 01366
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,686 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.
3.83 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
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

$565K
$543K low$587K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$274,000 · Apr 2, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,322 (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.$505,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$66,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$439,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$509,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$467,210

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.3.83
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Petersham CenterA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 4.0 mi
M
Ralph C. Mahar Regional High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 11.7 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

79 Old 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 83% of homes in Petersham 01366
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Petersham 01366
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Worcester County
  • Newer than 86% 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
$217K$796K

This home is worth more than 83% 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$564,886
CheaperTypical $432,506Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$335
CheaperTypical $229Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,686 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,814 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size3.83 ac
SmallerTypical 3.64 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 79 Old East St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePetersham 01366Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$564,88683% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33590% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,686 ft²43% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.83 ac52% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than200282% of homes86% of homes

About 79 Old East St

How much is 79 Old East St, Petersham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 Old East St, Petersham, MA is $564,886 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $542,765 to $587,007. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 Old East St, Petersham, MA last sell?

79 Old East St, Petersham, MA last sold on Apr 2, 2009 for $274,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 79 Old East St, Petersham, MA?

79 Old East St, Petersham, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,686 square feet of living space and a 3.83-acre lot.

When was 79 Old East St, Petersham, MA built?

79 Old East St, Petersham, MA was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 79 Old East St, Petersham, MA?

79 Old 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 79 Old East St, Petersham, MA compare to other homes in Petersham 01366?

Among the 552 homes in Petersham 01366, it is worth more than 83% of them ($564,886 against a typical $432,506), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($335 against a typical $229), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,686 ft² against a typical 1,814 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (3.83 ac against a typical 3.64 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (2002 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 67% 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 Old East St, Petersham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 79 Old East St, Petersham, MA was $7,322. The county assessed it at $505,300.

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