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$399,319$322 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

256 ELM ST

AMESBURY, MA 01913
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,240 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.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$399K
$369K low$430K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,532 (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.$361,600 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$361,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$294,500

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.
5
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.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Condominium
CountyESSEX
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Amesbury Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Amesbury High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
E
Charles C. Cashman Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 2.0 mi

District: Amesbury School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01913These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.96

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
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.17,658
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,285 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$98,244
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$119,419
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

256 Elm 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 92% of homes in Essex County
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Essex County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Amesbury 01913

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

This home
$187K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Amesbury 01913.

How it measures up in Amesbury 01913

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Amesbury 01913.

Estimated value$399,319
CheaperTypical $603,051Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$322
CheaperTypical $375Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area1,240 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 256 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmesbury 01913Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$399,31917% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32223% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,240 ft²29% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than195545% of homes48% of homes

About 256 Elm St

How much is 256 Elm St, Amesbury, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Elm St, Amesbury, MA is $399,319 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $368,532 to $430,106. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Elm St, Amesbury, MA last sell?

256 Elm St, Amesbury, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 Elm St, Amesbury, MA?

256 Elm St, Amesbury, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,240 square feet of living space.

When was 256 Elm St, Amesbury, MA built?

256 Elm St, Amesbury, MA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 Elm St, Amesbury, MA?

256 Elm St, Amesbury, MA is assigned to Amesbury Middle School (middle), rated C+; Amesbury High School (high), rated B-; Charles C. Cashman Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Amesbury School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Elm St, Amesbury, MA compare to other homes in Amesbury 01913?

Among the 5,769 homes in Amesbury 01913, it is worth more than 17% of them ($399,319 against a typical $603,051), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($322 against a typical $375), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,240 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²) and it is newer than 45% of them (1955 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 8% 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 256 Elm St, Amesbury, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Elm St, Amesbury, MA was $5,532. The county assessed it at $361,600.

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