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$499,626$211 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $335,000 on Sep 27, 2018

256 RIVER ST

LEICESTER, MA 01524
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,368 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.
1.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$500K
$471K low$528K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$335,000 · Sep 27, 2018
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$314,626
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$251,701
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.34%
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.$185,000
NEEDHAM COOPERATIVE BANK · recorded Sep 27, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,080 (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.$516,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$79,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$436,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$516,600

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.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Entry
CountyWorcester
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.33
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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, Basement

Transaction History(8)

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
Leicester Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.0 mi
E
Leicester Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 3.1 mi
H
Leicester High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi

District: Leicester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01524These 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.61
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,010
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.413 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,627
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,656
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

256 River 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 more than 68% of homes in Leicester 01524
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Worcester County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Leicester 01524
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Worcester County
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Leicester 01524

What homes are worth in Leicester 01524

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

This home
$247K$770K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Leicester 01524.

How it measures up in Leicester 01524

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Leicester 01524.

Estimated value$499,626
CheaperTypical $438,398Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$211
CheaperTypical $271Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area2,368 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size1.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 256 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLeicester 01524Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$499,62668% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21115% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than2,368 ft²79% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.33 ac74% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than199078% of homes73% of homes

About 256 River St

How much is 256 River St, Leicester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 River St, Leicester, MA is $499,626 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $471,035 to $528,217. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 River St, Leicester, MA last sell?

256 River St, Leicester, MA last sold on Sep 27, 2018 for $335,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 River St, Leicester, MA?

256 River St, Leicester, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,368 square feet of living space and a 1.33-acre lot.

When was 256 River St, Leicester, MA built?

256 River St, Leicester, MA was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a split entry home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 River St, Leicester, MA?

256 River St, Leicester, MA is assigned to Leicester Middle School (middle), rated C+; Leicester Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Leicester High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Leicester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 River St, Leicester, MA compare to other homes in Leicester 01524?

Among the 2,314 homes in Leicester 01524, it is worth more than 68% of them ($499,626 against a typical $438,398), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($211 against a typical $271), it is bigger than 79% of them (2,368 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (1.33 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (1990 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 53% 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 256 River St, Leicester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 River St, Leicester, MA was $6,080. The county assessed it at $516,600.

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