Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $575,000 on May 28, 2025
34 RIVER ST
NORTHBOROUGH, MA 01532
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,580 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
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
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$575,000 · May 28, 2025
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.$431,250
FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CORP · P · recorded May 28, 2025
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,841 (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.$409,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$230,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$179,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$409,900
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.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.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
CountyWorcester
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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.
EMH
Marion E ZehB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
Robert E. Melican Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
Algonquin Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
District: Northborough School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 01532These 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.31
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
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.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.2.9%
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.16,278
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.868 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$158,286
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$198,404
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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%
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
34 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.
- Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Northborough 01532
- Older than 96% of homes in Northborough 01532
How it measures up in Northborough 01532
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Northborough 01532.
Living area1,580 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,802 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 40% of homes nearby
Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.56 acBigger
Bigger than 9% of homes nearby
Year built1890
OlderTypical 1975Newer
Newer than 4% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Northborough 01532 | Worcester County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,580 ft² | 40% of homes | 44% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.25 ac | 9% of homes | 27% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1890 | 4% of homes | 7% of homes |
About 34 River St
When did 34 River St, Northborough, MA last sell?
34 River St, Northborough, MA last sold on May 28, 2025 for $575,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 34 River St, Northborough, MA?
34 River St, Northborough, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,580 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.
When was 34 River St, Northborough, MA built?
34 River St, Northborough, MA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 34 River St, Northborough, MA?
34 River St, Northborough, MA is assigned to Marion E Zeh (elementary), rated B; Robert E. Melican Middle School (middle), rated B-; Algonquin Regional High School (high), rated A. All sit in Northborough School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 34 River St, Northborough, MA compare to other homes in Northborough 01532?
Among the 4,998 homes in Northborough 01532, it is bigger than 40% of them (1,580 ft² against a typical 1,802 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.56 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1890 against a typical 1975). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 34 River St, Northborough, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 34 River St, Northborough, MA was $5,841. The county assessed it at $409,900.
More homes on River St
- 28 River St # 304 bd · 2 ba · 1,850 ft² · Sold $167K · Oct 2025
- 38 River St # 404 bd · 4 ba · 1,797 ft² · Sold $275K · Jun 2023
- 22 River St$559K3 bd · 2 ba · 1,456 ft² · Sold $372K · Jul 2018
- 10 River St$432K3 bd · 1 ba · 1,081 ft² · Sold $261K · Feb 2018
- 15 River St$511K3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,290 ft² · Sold $268K · Jan 2017
- 37 River St$521K3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,686 ft² · Sold $290K · Jun 2012
- 14 River St$424K3 bd · 1 ba · 792 ft² · Sold $189K · Oct 2011
- 6 River St$419K3 bd · 1 ba · 1,218 ft² · Sold $180K · Aug 2011
- 13 River St$471K3 bd · 2.5 ba · 960 ft² · Sold $350K · May 2005
- 36 River St$562K3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,876 ft² · Sold $362K · May 2004
- 25 River St$601K4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,660 ft² · Sold $285K · Jun 2001
- 23 River St$467K3 bd · 1 ba · 1,104 ft² · Sold $131K · Aug 1998
Closest homes
- 32 River St$501K68 ft · 3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,402 ft² · Sold $47K · Oct 1982
- 36 River St$562K69 ft · 3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,876 ft² · Sold $362K · May 2004
- 38 River St # 40140 ft · 4 bd · 4 ba · 1,797 ft² · Sold $275K · Jun 2023
- 28 River St # 30166 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,850 ft² · Sold $167K · Oct 2025
- 37 Saint James Dr$615K224 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,638 ft² · Sold $475K · Nov 2021
- 33 Saint James Dr$650K185 ft · 2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,752 ft² · Sold $49K · Dec 1978
- 42 River St$509K222 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 1,513 ft² · Sold $13K · Jan 1974
- 24 River St # 26249 ft · 5 bd · 2 ba · 1,824 ft² · Sold $99K · Jul 1997
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- 117 Madison Rd$1.1M4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,572 ft² · Sold $1.2M · Jul 2026
- 137 South St$500K2 bd · 1 ba · 1,260 ft² · Sold $527K · Jul 2026
- 261 Whitney St$800K4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,190 ft² · Sold $825K · Jul 2026
- 15 Sawmill Dr$1000K4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,247 ft² · Sold $1.1M · Jul 2026
- 72 Oak Ave$990K4 bd · 2.5 ba · 3,056 ft² · Sold $990K · Jul 2026
- 285 West St$1.3M5 bd · 3.5 ba · 4,859 ft² · Sold $1.5M · Jul 2026
- 5 Hawthorne Cir$700K3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,132 ft² · Sold $725K · Jul 2026
- 130 Pleasant St$800K3 bd · 2 ba · 2,324 ft² · Sold $820K · Jul 2026
- 27 Solomon Pond Rd$530K2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,590 ft² · Sold $535K · Jul 2026
- 115 Brigham St$600K3 bd · 2 ba · 1,400 ft² · Sold $600K · Jul 2026
- 9 Eliot Rd$500K3 bd · 2 ba · 1,236 ft² · Sold $500K · Jul 2026
- 39 Shady Lane Ave$775K4 bd · 2 ba · 1,922 ft² · Sold $775K · Jul 2026
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