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$877,769$714 / 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 93How 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 $345,000 on Jul 27, 2012

12 FRIEND ST

MANCHESTER, MA 01944
1
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,229 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1812
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$878K
$815K low$941K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$345,000 · Jul 27, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,591 (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.$720,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$446,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$273,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$934,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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.

E
Manchester Memorial Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Manchester Essex Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Manchester Essex Regional Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi

District: Manchester Essex Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01944These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.91

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.46%
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.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,934
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.516 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$205,008
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$224,952
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

12 Friend 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 85% of homes in Manchester 01944
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Essex County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Manchester 01944
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Manchester 01944
  • Among the oldest homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Manchester 01944

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

This home
$559K$9M

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Manchester 01944.

How it measures up in Manchester 01944

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Manchester 01944.

Estimated value$877,769
CheaperTypical $1,387,137Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$714
CheaperTypical $571Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area1,229 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,586 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.57 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1812
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 12 Friend St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeManchester 01944Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$877,76915% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$71482% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than1,229 ft²8% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac16% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than18124% of homesalmost no homes

About 12 Friend St

How much is 12 Friend St, Manchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 Friend St, Manchester, MA is $877,769 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $814,873 to $940,665. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 Friend St, Manchester, MA last sell?

12 Friend St, Manchester, MA last sold on Jul 27, 2012 for $345,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12 Friend St, Manchester, MA?

12 Friend St, Manchester, MA has 1 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,229 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 12 Friend St, Manchester, MA built?

12 Friend St, Manchester, MA was built in 1812, making it 214 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12 Friend St, Manchester, MA?

12 Friend St, Manchester, MA is assigned to Manchester Memorial Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Manchester Essex Regional High School (high), rated A; Manchester Essex Regional Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Manchester Essex Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 Friend St, Manchester, MA compare to other homes in Manchester 01944?

Among the 1,991 homes in Manchester 01944, it is worth more than 15% of them ($877,769 against a typical $1,387,137), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($714 against a typical $571), it is bigger than 8% of them (1,229 ft² against a typical 2,586 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.57 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1812 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 71% 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 12 Friend St, Manchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12 Friend St, Manchester, MA was $6,591. The county assessed it at $720,300.

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