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$539,356$381 / 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 95How 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 $130,000 on Oct 25, 1999

159 S POLICY ST

SALEM, NH 03079
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,414 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
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

$539K
$512K low$567K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$130,000 · Oct 25, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,641 (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.$365,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$126,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$238,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$388,265

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Cape Cod
CountyROCKINGHAM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(4)

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
Dr. L. F. Soule SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
H
Salem High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Woodbury SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Salem School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 03079These 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.84
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 100.90

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,843
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,193 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,239
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$125,726
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

159 S Policy 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 68% of homes in Rockingham County
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Rockingham County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Rockingham County
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Rockingham County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Salem 03079

What homes are worth in Salem 03079

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

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$249K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Salem 03079.

How it measures up in Salem 03079

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 03079.

Estimated value$539,356
CheaperTypical $593,196Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$381
CheaperTypical $372Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,414 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 159 S Policy St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 03079Rockingham County
Estimated valuepricier than$539,35634% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38155% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,414 ft²46% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac17% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than195718% of homes19% of homes

About 159 S Policy St

How much is 159 S Policy St, Salem, NH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 S Policy St, Salem, NH is $539,356 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $512,063 to $566,649. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 S Policy St, Salem, NH last sell?

159 S Policy St, Salem, NH last sold on Oct 25, 1999 for $130,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 S Policy St, Salem, NH?

159 S Policy St, Salem, NH has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,414 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 159 S Policy St, Salem, NH built?

159 S Policy St, Salem, NH was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 S Policy St, Salem, NH?

159 S Policy St, Salem, NH is assigned to Dr. L. F. Soule School (elementary), rated B-; Salem High School (high), rated B; Woodbury School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Salem School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 S Policy St, Salem, NH compare to other homes in Salem 03079?

Among the 11,053 homes in Salem 03079, it is worth more than 34% of them ($539,356 against a typical $593,196), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($381 against a typical $372), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,414 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1957 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Rockingham County, it is worth more than 32% 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 159 S Policy St, Salem, NH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 S Policy St, Salem, NH was $6,641. The county assessed it at $365,700.

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