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$318,179$237 / 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 97How 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 $85,000 on Jun 8, 1988

96 LEIGHTON ST

FITCHBURG, MA 01420
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,344 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.
4,082 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
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

$318K
$307K low$329K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,000 · Jun 8, 1988

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,742 (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.$277,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$85,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$191,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$236,200

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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Memorial Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Reingold Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 1.4 mi
H
Fitchburg High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 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

96 Leighton 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 90% of homes in Worcester County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Worcester County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Worcester County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Worcester County

What homes are worth in Fitchburg 01420

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

This home
$246K$684K

This home is worth more than 12% 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$318,179
CheaperTypical $396,407Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$237
CheaperTypical $283Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,621 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size4,082 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 96 Leighton St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFitchburg 01420Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$318,17912% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23718% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²34% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,082 ft²8% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than192039% of homes20% of homes

About 96 Leighton St

How much is 96 Leighton St, Fitchburg, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 96 Leighton St, Fitchburg, MA is $318,179 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $307,275 to $329,083. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 96 Leighton St, Fitchburg, MA last sell?

96 Leighton St, Fitchburg, MA last sold on Jun 8, 1988 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 96 Leighton St, Fitchburg, MA?

96 Leighton St, Fitchburg, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 96 Leighton St, Fitchburg, MA built?

96 Leighton St, Fitchburg, MA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 96 Leighton St, Fitchburg, MA?

96 Leighton St, Fitchburg, MA is assigned to Memorial Middle School (middle), rated D+; Reingold 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 96 Leighton St, Fitchburg, MA compare to other homes in Fitchburg 01420?

Among the 10,314 homes in Fitchburg 01420, it is worth more than 12% of them ($318,179 against a typical $396,407), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($237 against a typical $283), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,621 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (4,082 ft² against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1920 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 10% 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 96 Leighton St, Fitchburg, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 96 Leighton St, Fitchburg, MA was $3,742. The county assessed it at $277,000.

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