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$218,410$217 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $70,000 on Oct 23, 2020

8 CHESTNUT ST

ATHOL, MA 01331
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,005 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$218K
$208K low$229K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$70,000 · Oct 23, 2020
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$168,410
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$134,728
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.23%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$50,000
ATHOL-CLINTON COOP BANK · recorded Oct 24, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,590 (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.$203,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$155,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$248,710

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.23 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.0.20
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(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.

E
Athol Community Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.4 mi
M
Athol - Royalston Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Athol High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Athol-Royalston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01331These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.13,781
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.234 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,680
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,102
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

8 Chestnut 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 98% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Worcester County
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Athol 01331
  • Older than 95% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Athol 01331

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

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$193K$642K

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Athol 01331.

How it measures up in Athol 01331

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Athol 01331.

Estimated value$218,410
CheaperTypical $335,967Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$217
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,005 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,430 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 8 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAthol 01331Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$218,4104% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21733% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,005 ft²15% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac17% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than18809% of homes5% of homes

About 8 Chestnut St

How much is 8 Chestnut St, Athol, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Chestnut St, Athol, MA is $218,410 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $207,992 to $228,828. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Chestnut St, Athol, MA last sell?

8 Chestnut St, Athol, MA last sold on Oct 23, 2020 for $70,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8 Chestnut St, Athol, MA?

8 Chestnut St, Athol, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,005 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 8 Chestnut St, Athol, MA built?

8 Chestnut St, Athol, MA was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Chestnut St, Athol, MA?

8 Chestnut St, Athol, MA is assigned to Athol Community Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Athol - Royalston Middle School (middle), rated C; Athol High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Athol-Royalston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Chestnut St, Athol, MA compare to other homes in Athol 01331?

Among the 4,903 homes in Athol 01331, it is worth more than 4% of them ($218,410 against a typical $335,967), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($217 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,005 ft² against a typical 1,430 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1880 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 2% 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 8 Chestnut St, Athol, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Chestnut St, Athol, MA was $2,590. The county assessed it at $203,800.

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