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$516,041$336 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $128,500 on Apr 9, 1990

21 SUNSET TER

MERRIMAC, MA 01860
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,535 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.
1988
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

$516K
$484K low$548K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$128,500 · Apr 9, 1990

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,503 (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.$415,300 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$415,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$513,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
CountyESSEX
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(9)

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 · 2.0 mi
H
Pentucket Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi
M
Pentucket Regional Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.0 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

21 Sunset Ter 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 82% of homes in Merrimac 01860
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Essex County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Merrimac 01860
  • Newer than 80% 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.

This home
$378K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 18% of 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$516,041
CheaperTypical $668,556Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$336
CheaperTypical $352Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,535 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,937 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 21 Sunset Ter ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerrimac 01860Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$516,04118% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33639% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,535 ft²26% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than198860% of homes80% of homes

About 21 Sunset Ter

How much is 21 Sunset Ter, Merrimac, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 21 Sunset Ter, Merrimac, MA is $516,041 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $483,924 to $548,158. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 21 Sunset Ter, Merrimac, MA last sell?

21 Sunset Ter, Merrimac, MA last sold on Apr 9, 1990 for $128,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 21 Sunset Ter, Merrimac, MA?

21 Sunset Ter, Merrimac, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and 1,535 square feet of living space.

When was 21 Sunset Ter, Merrimac, MA built?

21 Sunset Ter, Merrimac, MA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 21 Sunset Ter, Merrimac, MA?

21 Sunset Ter, 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 21 Sunset Ter, Merrimac, MA compare to other homes in Merrimac 01860?

Among the 2,134 homes in Merrimac 01860, it is worth more than 18% of them ($516,041 against a typical $668,556), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($336 against a typical $352), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,535 ft² against a typical 1,937 ft²) and it is newer than 60% of them (1988 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 20% 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 21 Sunset Ter, Merrimac, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 21 Sunset Ter, Merrimac, MA was $5,503. The county assessed it at $415,300.

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