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$553,320$547 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

253 MAIN ST

ROCKPORT, MA 01966
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,012 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.
2,483 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$553K
$522K low$584K 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.111%
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.$318,000
ROCKET MORTGAGE · R · recorded Aug 30, 2021
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.$266,400
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Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,833 (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.$437,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$228,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$208,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$422,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$526,110

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
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.Colonial
CountyESSEX
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1993
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
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
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(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
Rockport Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Rockport Middle High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Rockport School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01966These 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.164
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 100.94

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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,145
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.833 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,805
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,609
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%

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

253 Main 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 88% of homes in Rockport 01966
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Essex County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Essex County
  • Older than 65% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Rockport 01966

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

This home
$380K$3.1M

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Rockport 01966.

How it measures up in Rockport 01966

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockport 01966.

Estimated value$553,320
CheaperTypical $883,909Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$547
CheaperTypical $588Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,012 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,596 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size2,483 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 253 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockport 01966Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$553,32012% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$54738% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,012 ft²18% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,483 ft²3% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than193037% of homes35% of homes

About 253 Main St

How much is 253 Main St, Rockport, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Main St, Rockport, MA is $553,320 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $522,234 to $584,406. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Main St, Rockport, MA last sell?

253 Main St, Rockport, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 253 Main St, Rockport, MA?

253 Main St, Rockport, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,012 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 253 Main St, Rockport, MA built?

253 Main St, Rockport, MA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 253 Main St, Rockport, MA?

253 Main St, Rockport, MA is assigned to Rockport Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Rockport Middle High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Rockport School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Main St, Rockport, MA compare to other homes in Rockport 01966?

Among the 3,498 homes in Rockport 01966, it is worth more than 12% of them ($553,320 against a typical $883,909), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($547 against a typical $588), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,012 ft² against a typical 1,596 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (2,483 ft² against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1930 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 25% 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 253 Main St, Rockport, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 Main St, Rockport, MA was $3,833. The county assessed it at $437,500.

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