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$648,886$327 / 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 $160,000 on May 19, 1995

978 MAIN ST

BOLTON, MA 01740
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,986 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.
1.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$649K
$609K low$689K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · May 19, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,709 (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.$524,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$174,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$349,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$654,075

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.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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.Cape Cod
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.12
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

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.

H
Nashoba Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Florence Sawyer SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Nashoba School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01740These 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.21
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,809
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.287 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$195,128
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$206,848
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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

978 Main 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 77% of homes in Bolton 01740
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Bolton 01740
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Bolton 01740
  • Older than 88% of homes in Bolton 01740

What homes are worth in Bolton 01740

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

This home
$357K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Bolton 01740.

How it measures up in Bolton 01740

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bolton 01740.

Estimated value$648,886
CheaperTypical $832,762Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$327
CheaperTypical $331Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,986 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,556 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size1.12 ac
SmallerTypical 1.95 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 978 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBolton 01740Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$648,88623% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32747% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,986 ft²26% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.12 ac16% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than195312% of homes36% of homes

About 978 Main St

How much is 978 Main St, Bolton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 978 Main St, Bolton, MA is $648,886 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $609,179 to $688,593. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 978 Main St, Bolton, MA last sell?

978 Main St, Bolton, MA last sold on May 19, 1995 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 978 Main St, Bolton, MA?

978 Main St, Bolton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,986 square feet of living space and a 1.12-acre lot.

When was 978 Main St, Bolton, MA built?

978 Main St, Bolton, MA was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 978 Main St, Bolton, MA?

978 Main St, Bolton, MA is assigned to Nashoba Regional High School (high), rated A; Florence Sawyer School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Nashoba School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 978 Main St, Bolton, MA compare to other homes in Bolton 01740?

Among the 1,951 homes in Bolton 01740, it is worth more than 23% of them ($648,886 against a typical $832,762), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($327 against a typical $331), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,986 ft² against a typical 2,556 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (1.12 ac against a typical 1.95 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1953 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 77% 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 978 Main St, Bolton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 978 Main St, Bolton, MA was $8,709. The county assessed it at $524,000.

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