Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
98 CENTRAL ST
ASHLAND, MA 01721
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,856 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.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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
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.$749,550
ROCKET MORTGAGE · recorded Apr 15, 2025
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,514 (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.$588,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$223,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$365,200
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.56
91
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.82 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.minimal
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyMIDDLESEX
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.1977
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
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(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.
HME
Ashland High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
Ashland Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
Henry E Warren Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.4 mi
District: Ashland School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 01721These 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.47
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.1%
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.18,969
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,481 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,702
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$157,800
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.58%
Ownership
OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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
98 Central 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.
- Bigger than 90% of homes in Ashland 01721
- Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Ashland 01721
- Older than 93% of homes in Ashland 01721
How it measures up in Ashland 01721
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ashland 01721.
Living area2,856 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,799 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 90% of homes nearby
Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.73 acBigger
Bigger than 23% of homes nearby
Year built1940
OlderTypical 1984Newer
Newer than 7% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Ashland 01721 | Middlesex County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,856 ft² | 90% of homes | 82% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.4 ac | 23% of homes | 57% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1940 | 7% of homes | 36% of homes |
About 98 Central St
When did 98 Central St, Ashland, MA last sell?
98 Central St, Ashland, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 98 Central St, Ashland, MA?
98 Central St, Ashland, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,856 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.
When was 98 Central St, Ashland, MA built?
98 Central St, Ashland, MA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 3 stories.
What schools serve 98 Central St, Ashland, MA?
98 Central St, Ashland, MA is assigned to Ashland High School (high), rated A; Ashland Middle School (middle), rated A; Henry E Warren Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Ashland School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 98 Central St, Ashland, MA compare to other homes in Ashland 01721?
Among the 6,092 homes in Ashland 01721, it is bigger than 90% of them (2,856 ft² against a typical 1,799 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 0.73 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1940 against a typical 1984). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 98 Central St, Ashland, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 98 Central St, Ashland, MA was $7,514. The county assessed it at $588,400.
Closest homes
- 90 Central St73 ft · 5 bd · 2 ba · 1,992 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 108 Central St # 11294 ft · 8 bd · 4 ba · 2,508 ft² · Sold $350K · May 2011
- 139 Homer Ave # 141146 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 2,075 ft² · Sold $126K · Apr 1998
- 153 Homer Ave$488K170 ft · 1 bd · 1 ba · 1,170 ft² · Sold $115K · Jan 1996
- 82 Central St$566K154 ft · 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,932 ft² · Sold $260K · Sep 2009
- 127 Homer Ave169 ft · 5 bd · 2 ba · 2,154 ft² · Sold $590K · Nov 2020
- 103 Central St$589K221 ft · 2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,344 ft² · Sold $400K · Dec 2003
- 15 Church Ct170 ft · 7 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,397 ft² · Sold $799K · Jun 2026
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