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$1,449,000$461 / 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 93How 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 $1,600,000 on Sep 23, 2026

28 HOWLETT ST

TOPSFIELD, MA 01983
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,144 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.
1.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.3M low$1.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,600,000 · Sep 23, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$18,944 (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.$1,263,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$400,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$863,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,082,620

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.19 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.38
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
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

Transaction History(15)

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
Steward Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 1.3 mi
M
Masconomet Regional Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Masconomet Regional High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Topsfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01983These 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.22
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.7%
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.6,698
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.515 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$166,678
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$169,053
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

28 Howlett 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 more than 94% of homes in Essex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Topsfield 01983
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Essex County
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Topsfield 01983

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

This home
$555K$2M

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Topsfield 01983.

How it measures up in Topsfield 01983

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topsfield 01983.

Estimated value$1,449,000
CheaperTypical $939,587Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$461
CheaperTypical $421Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area3,144 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,300 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size1.38 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 28 Howlett St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopsfield 01983Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,449,00091% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$46171% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than3,144 ft²82% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.38 ac66% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than199483% of homes86% of homes

About 28 Howlett St

How much is 28 Howlett St, Topsfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 28 Howlett St, Topsfield, MA is $1,449,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,343,279 to $1,554,721. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 28 Howlett St, Topsfield, MA last sell?

28 Howlett St, Topsfield, MA last sold on Sep 23, 2026 for $1,600,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 28 Howlett St, Topsfield, MA?

28 Howlett St, Topsfield, MA has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,144 square feet of living space and a 1.38-acre lot.

When was 28 Howlett St, Topsfield, MA built?

28 Howlett St, Topsfield, MA was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 28 Howlett St, Topsfield, MA?

28 Howlett St, Topsfield, MA is assigned to Steward Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Masconomet Regional Middle School (middle), rated A-; Masconomet Regional High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Topsfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 28 Howlett St, Topsfield, MA compare to other homes in Topsfield 01983?

Among the 2,104 homes in Topsfield 01983, it is worth more than 91% of them ($1,449,000 against a typical $939,587), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($461 against a typical $421), it is bigger than 82% of them (3,144 ft² against a typical 2,300 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (1.38 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (1994 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 94% 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 28 Howlett St, Topsfield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 28 Howlett St, Topsfield, MA was $18,944. The county assessed it at $1,263,800.

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