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$924,243$447 / 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 $550,000 on May 31, 2018

158 RIVER RD

TOPSFIELD, MA 01983
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,069 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.
0.95 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
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.

Valuation

$924K
$869K low$979K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$550,000 · May 31, 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.$420,243
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$336,194
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.54%
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.$399,000
GUARANTEED RATE INC · R · recorded Dec 22, 2020
2nd 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.$105,000
MALDEN FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,716 (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.$781,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$370,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$411,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$766,555

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.20 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.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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.95
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Masconomet Regional Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Masconomet Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Steward Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 2.8 mi

District: Topsfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01983These 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.22
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.94

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.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.7%
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.6,698
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.515 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$166,678
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$169,053
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%

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

158 River Rd 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 74% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Essex County
  • Older than 65% of homes in Topsfield 01983

What homes are worth in Topsfield 01983

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

This home
$534K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Topsfield 01983.

How it measures up in Topsfield 01983

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topsfield 01983.

Estimated value$924,243
CheaperTypical $956,441Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$447
CheaperTypical $425Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area2,069 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,304 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.95 ac
SmallerTypical 0.99 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 158 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopsfield 01983Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$924,24345% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$44763% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than2,069 ft²36% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.95 ac45% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than195935% of homes52% of homes

About 158 River Rd

How much is 158 River Rd, Topsfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 158 River Rd, Topsfield, MA is $924,243 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $869,438 to $979,048. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 158 River Rd, Topsfield, MA last sell?

158 River Rd, Topsfield, MA last sold on May 31, 2018 for $550,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 158 River Rd, Topsfield, MA?

158 River Rd, Topsfield, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,069 square feet of living space and a 0.95-acre lot.

When was 158 River Rd, Topsfield, MA built?

158 River Rd, Topsfield, MA was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 158 River Rd, Topsfield, MA?

158 River Rd, Topsfield, MA is assigned to Masconomet Regional Middle School (middle), rated C; Masconomet Regional High School (high), rated A; Steward Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Topsfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 158 River Rd, Topsfield, MA compare to other homes in Topsfield 01983?

Among the 2,104 homes in Topsfield 01983, it is worth more than 45% of them ($924,243 against a typical $956,441), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($447 against a typical $425), it is bigger than 36% of them (2,069 ft² against a typical 2,304 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.95 ac against a typical 0.99 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1959 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 74% 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 158 River Rd, Topsfield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 158 River Rd, Topsfield, MA was $11,716. The county assessed it at $781,600.

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