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$736,559$457 / 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 92How 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

17 1/2 RIVER ST

SALEM, MA 01970
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,612 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.
1,124 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1860
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$737K
$679K low$794K high
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.106%
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.$315,000
SALEM FIVE MORTGAGE CORP · R · recorded Mar 17, 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.$307,000
SALEM FIVE MORTGAGE CORP
3rd 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.$125,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,294 (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.$643,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$227,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$415,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,101,145

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.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Single Family Residence
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
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
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(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.

H
Salem Preparatory High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Collins Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Saltonstall SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.8 mi

District: Salem School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01970These 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.116
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 100.87

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.44,728
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,443 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,271
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,638
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

17 1/2 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.

  • Worth more than 78% of homes in Salem 01970
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Essex County
  • Among the smallest lots in McIntire Historic District
  • Older than 95% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Salem 01970

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

This home
$326K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Salem 01970.

How it measures up in Salem 01970

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 01970.

Estimated value$736,559
CheaperTypical $608,953Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$457
CheaperTypical $416Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,612 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,654 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size1,124 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1860
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 17 1/2 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMcIntire Historic DistrictSalem 01970Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$736,55953% of homes78% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45752% of homes66% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than1,612 ft²43% of homes47% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,124 ft²almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than186052% of homes12% of homes5% of homes

About 17 1/2 River St

How much is 17 1/2 River St, Salem, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 1/2 River St, Salem, MA is $736,559 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $678,906 to $794,212. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 1/2 River St, Salem, MA last sell?

17 1/2 River St, Salem, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17 1/2 River St, Salem, MA?

17 1/2 River St, Salem, MA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,612 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 17 1/2 River St, Salem, MA built?

17 1/2 River St, Salem, MA was built in 1860, making it 166 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 17 1/2 River St, Salem, MA?

17 1/2 River St, Salem, MA is assigned to Salem Preparatory High School (high); Collins Middle School (middle), rated B-; Saltonstall School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Salem School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17 1/2 River St, Salem, MA compare to other homes in Salem 01970?

Among the 12,071 homes in Salem 01970, it is worth more than 78% of them ($736,559 against a typical $608,953), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($457 against a typical $416), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,612 ft² against a typical 1,654 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (1,124 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1860 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 56% 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 17 1/2 River St, Salem, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 1/2 River St, Salem, MA was $7,294. The county assessed it at $643,200.

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