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$1,438,565$375 / 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 Oct 21, 2026

285 WASHINGTON ST

BOXFORD, MA 01921
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,835 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.
14.8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.3M low$1.5M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,857 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,097,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$554,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$543,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,054,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,118,952

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
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.

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.14.80
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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.

E
Harry Lee Cole
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 5.6 mi
M
Masconomet Regional Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 8.2 mi
H
Masconomet Regional High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.2 mi

District: Boxford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01921These 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.14
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.89

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.7%
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.8,217
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.346 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$198,803
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$256,763
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

285 Washington 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
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Essex County
  • Among the largest lots in Boxford 01921
  • Older than 68% of homes in Boxford 01921

What homes are worth in Boxford 01921

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

This home
$527K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 85% of homes in Boxford 01921.

How it measures up in Boxford 01921

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Boxford 01921.

Estimated value$1,438,565
CheaperTypical $1,022,526Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$375
CheaperTypical $385Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area3,835 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,692 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size14.8 ac
SmallerTypical 2.1 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 285 Washington St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBoxford 01921Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,438,56585% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37543% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than3,835 ft²82% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than14.8 acalmost all homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than197032% of homes64% of homes

About 285 Washington St

How much is 285 Washington St, Boxford, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Washington St, Boxford, MA is $1,438,565 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,327,379 to $1,549,751. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Washington St, Boxford, MA last sell?

285 Washington St, Boxford, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 Washington St, Boxford, MA?

285 Washington St, Boxford, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,835 square feet of living space and a 14.80-acre lot.

When was 285 Washington St, Boxford, MA built?

285 Washington St, Boxford, MA was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 285 Washington St, Boxford, MA?

285 Washington St, Boxford, MA is assigned to Harry Lee Cole (elementary); Masconomet Regional Middle School (middle), rated A-; Masconomet Regional High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Boxford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 285 Washington St, Boxford, MA compare to other homes in Boxford 01921?

Among the 2,782 homes in Boxford 01921, it is worth more than 85% of them ($1,438,565 against a typical $1,022,526), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($375 against a typical $385), it is bigger than 82% of them (3,835 ft² against a typical 2,692 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (14.8 ac against a typical 2.1 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1970 against a typical 1979). 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 285 Washington St, Boxford, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 285 Washington St, Boxford, MA was $14,857. The county assessed it at $1,097,300.

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