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$358,128$363 / 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 $138,000 on May 25, 2001

17 CENTRAL ST

MERRIMAC, MA 01860
2
Beds
1
Baths
987 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.
2,762 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1876
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

$358K
$342K low$374K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$138,000 · May 25, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,170 (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.$314,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$173,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$140,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$357,105

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.4 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.06
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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. Frederick N. Sweetsir Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.8 mi
H
Pentucket Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi
M
Pentucket Regional Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.5 mi

District: Pentucket School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01860These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
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.95%
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.8.0%
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.6,895
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.759 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,610
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,088
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 Central 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Merrimac 01860
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Essex County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Merrimac 01860
  • Among the smallest lots in Merrimac 01860
  • Older than 94% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Merrimac 01860

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

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$373K$1.2M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Merrimac 01860.

How it measures up in Merrimac 01860

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Merrimac 01860.

Estimated value$358,128
CheaperTypical $669,440Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$363
CheaperTypical $353Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area987 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,937 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size2,762 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.53 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1876
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 17 Central St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerrimac 01860Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$358,128almost no homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36357% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than987 ft²4% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,762 ft²almost no homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than187610% of homes6% of homes

About 17 Central St

How much is 17 Central St, Merrimac, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Central St, Merrimac, MA is $358,128 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $341,792 to $374,464. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Central St, Merrimac, MA last sell?

17 Central St, Merrimac, MA last sold on May 25, 2001 for $138,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17 Central St, Merrimac, MA?

17 Central St, Merrimac, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 987 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 17 Central St, Merrimac, MA built?

17 Central St, Merrimac, MA was built in 1876, making it 150 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 17 Central St, Merrimac, MA?

17 Central St, Merrimac, MA is assigned to Dr. Frederick N. Sweetsir Elementary School (elementary); Pentucket Regional High School (high), rated B+; Pentucket Regional Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Pentucket School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17 Central St, Merrimac, MA compare to other homes in Merrimac 01860?

Among the 2,134 homes in Merrimac 01860, it is worth more than almost none of them ($358,128 against a typical $669,440), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($363 against a typical $353), it is bigger than 4% of them (987 ft² against a typical 1,937 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (2,762 ft² against a typical 0.53 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1876 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 5% 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 Central St, Merrimac, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Central St, Merrimac, MA was $4,170. The county assessed it at $314,700.

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