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$589,931$405 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $300,000 on Aug 16, 2004

17 1/2 SWAMPSCOTT AVE

PEABODY, MA 01960
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,456 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.
3,999 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$590K
$525K low$654K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · Aug 16, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,384 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$568,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$210,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$358,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$565,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$614,328

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
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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
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(7)

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
William A. Welch Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
J. Henry Higgins Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Peabody Veterans Memorial High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Peabody School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01960These 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.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.86

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.97%
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.6.5%
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.55,508
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,314 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,909
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,402
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

17 1/2 Swampscott Ave 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 73% of homes in Peabody 01960
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Peabody 01960
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Peabody Town Center

What homes are worth in Peabody 01960

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

This home
$346K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Peabody 01960.

How it measures up in Peabody 01960

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Peabody 01960.

Estimated value$589,931
CheaperTypical $666,960Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$405
CheaperTypical $401Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,456 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,695 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size3,999 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 17 1/2 Swampscott Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePeabody Town CenterPeabody 01960Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$589,93158% of homes27% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40550% of homes52% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,456 ft²43% of homes34% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,999 ft²17% of homes4% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than196473% of homes64% of homes58% of homes

About 17 1/2 Swampscott Ave

How much is 17 1/2 Swampscott Ave, Peabody, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 1/2 Swampscott Ave, Peabody, MA is $589,931 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $525,376 to $654,486. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 1/2 Swampscott Ave, Peabody, MA last sell?

17 1/2 Swampscott Ave, Peabody, MA last sold on Aug 16, 2004 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17 1/2 Swampscott Ave, Peabody, MA?

17 1/2 Swampscott Ave, Peabody, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,456 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 17 1/2 Swampscott Ave, Peabody, MA built?

17 1/2 Swampscott Ave, Peabody, MA was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 17 1/2 Swampscott Ave, Peabody, MA?

17 1/2 Swampscott Ave, Peabody, MA is assigned to William A. Welch Elementary School (elementary), rated D; J. Henry Higgins Middle School (middle), rated C-; Peabody Veterans Memorial High School (high), rated D. All sit in Peabody School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17 1/2 Swampscott Ave, Peabody, MA compare to other homes in Peabody 01960?

Among the 14,494 homes in Peabody 01960, it is worth more than 27% of them ($589,931 against a typical $666,960), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($405 against a typical $401), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,456 ft² against a typical 1,695 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (3,999 ft² against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1964 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 33% 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 Swampscott Ave, Peabody, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 17 1/2 Swampscott Ave, Peabody, MA was $5,384. The county assessed it at $568,500.

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