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$800,396$325 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $244,795 on Mar 15, 1996

8 TARA LN

STERLING, MA 01564
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,463 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.
1.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$800K
$753K low$847K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$244,795 · Mar 15, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,462 (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.$674,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$189,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$485,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$641,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$832,865

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.1.46
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(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
Houghton Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.6 mi
M
Chocksett Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Wachusett Regional High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.0 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 Tara Ln 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 90% of homes in Worcester County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Worcester County
  • Newer than 78% 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
$282K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 83% 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$800,396
CheaperTypical $596,356Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$325
CheaperTypical $328Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area2,463 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,888 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size1.46 ac
SmallerTypical 1.18 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 8 Tara Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSterling 01564Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$800,39683% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32548% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than2,463 ft²76% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.46 ac59% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than199573% of homes78% of homes

About 8 Tara Ln

How much is 8 Tara Ln, Sterling, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Tara Ln, Sterling, MA is $800,396 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $753,295 to $847,497. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Tara Ln, Sterling, MA last sell?

8 Tara Ln, Sterling, MA last sold on Mar 15, 1996 for $244,795, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 Tara Ln, Sterling, MA?

8 Tara Ln, Sterling, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,463 square feet of living space and a 1.46-acre lot.

When was 8 Tara Ln, Sterling, MA built?

8 Tara Ln, Sterling, MA was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Tara Ln, Sterling, MA?

8 Tara Ln, Sterling, MA is assigned to Houghton Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Chocksett Middle School (middle), rated A-; 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 Tara Ln, Sterling, MA compare to other homes in Sterling 01564?

Among the 2,985 homes in Sterling 01564, it is worth more than 83% of them ($800,396 against a typical $596,356), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($325 against a typical $328), it is bigger than 76% of them (2,463 ft² against a typical 1,888 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (1.46 ac against a typical 1.18 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1995 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 90% 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 Tara Ln, Sterling, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 8 Tara Ln, Sterling, MA was $8,462. The county assessed it at $674,300.

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