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$898,355$567 / 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 76How 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

15 MERRILL ST

WEST NEWBURY, MA 01985
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,584 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.
14.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$898K
$679K low$1.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,570 (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.$608,308 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$300,208
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$308,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$653,790

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.42 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.1 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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.14.50
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.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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

H
Pentucket Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Pentucket Regional Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi
E
Dr. John C. Page Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.2 mi

District: Pentucket School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01985These 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.26
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.95

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
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.4,716
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.316 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$176,182
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$198,754
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

15 Merrill 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 73% of homes in Essex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in West Newbury 01985
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in West Newbury 01985
  • Among the largest lots in Essex County
  • Older than 73% of homes in West Newbury 01985

What homes are worth in West Newbury 01985

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

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$512K$2M

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in West Newbury 01985.

How it measures up in West Newbury 01985

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Newbury 01985.

Estimated value$898,355
CheaperTypical $922,108Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$567
CheaperTypical $375Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,584 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,542 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size14.5 ac
SmallerTypical 1.6 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 15 Merrill St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Newbury 01985Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$898,35546% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$56798% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than1,584 ft²12% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than14.5 ac98% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than196027% of homes54% of homes

About 15 Merrill St

How much is 15 Merrill St, West Newbury, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 15 Merrill St, West Newbury, MA is $898,355 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $679,192 to $1,117,518. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 15 Merrill St, West Newbury, MA last sell?

15 Merrill St, West Newbury, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 15 Merrill St, West Newbury, MA?

15 Merrill St, West Newbury, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,584 square feet of living space and a 14.50-acre lot.

When was 15 Merrill St, West Newbury, MA built?

15 Merrill St, West Newbury, MA was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 15 Merrill St, West Newbury, MA?

15 Merrill St, West Newbury, MA is assigned to Pentucket Regional High School (high), rated B+; Pentucket Regional Middle School (middle), rated C+; Dr. John C. Page Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Pentucket School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 15 Merrill St, West Newbury, MA compare to other homes in West Newbury 01985?

Among the 1,669 homes in West Newbury 01985, it is worth more than 46% of them ($898,355 against a typical $922,108), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($567 against a typical $375), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,584 ft² against a typical 2,542 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (14.5 ac against a typical 1.6 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1960 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 73% 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 15 Merrill St, West Newbury, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 15 Merrill St, West Newbury, MA was $6,570. The county assessed it at $608,308.

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