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$834,881$258 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $485,000 on Sep 1, 2004

8 SUNSET DR

STERLING, MA 01564
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,238 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.
2.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$835K
$786K low$884K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$485,000 · Sep 1, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,781 (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.$759,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$183,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$576,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$811,205

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.Colonial
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.21
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(9)

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
Houghton Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.5 mi
M
Chocksett Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Wachusett Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.2 mi

District: Wachusett School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01564These 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.37
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 100.63

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.3%
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.8,279
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.261 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$114,296
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$173,931
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

8 Sunset Dr 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 91% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Sterling 01564
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Sterling 01564
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Worcester County
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Sterling 01564

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

This home
$274K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Sterling 01564.

How it measures up in Sterling 01564

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sterling 01564.

Estimated value$834,881
CheaperTypical $593,979Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$258
CheaperTypical $327Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area3,238 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,898 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size2.21 ac
SmallerTypical 1.17 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 8 Sunset Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSterling 01564Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$834,88189% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25815% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than3,238 ft²94% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.21 ac76% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than199167% of homes74% of homes

About 8 Sunset Dr

How much is 8 Sunset Dr, Sterling, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Sunset Dr, Sterling, MA is $834,881 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $785,553 to $884,209. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Sunset Dr, Sterling, MA last sell?

8 Sunset Dr, Sterling, MA last sold on Sep 1, 2004 for $485,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8 Sunset Dr, Sterling, MA?

8 Sunset Dr, Sterling, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,238 square feet of living space and a 2.21-acre lot.

When was 8 Sunset Dr, Sterling, MA built?

8 Sunset Dr, Sterling, MA was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Sunset Dr, Sterling, MA?

8 Sunset Dr, Sterling, MA is assigned to Houghton Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Chocksett Middle School (middle), rated B+; Wachusett Regional High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Wachusett School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Sunset Dr, Sterling, MA compare to other homes in Sterling 01564?

Among the 2,985 homes in Sterling 01564, it is worth more than 89% of them ($834,881 against a typical $593,979), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($258 against a typical $327), it is bigger than 94% of them (3,238 ft² against a typical 1,898 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (2.21 ac against a typical 1.17 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1991 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 91% 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 Sunset Dr, Sterling, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Sunset Dr, Sterling, MA was $9,781. The county assessed it at $759,400.

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