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$749,382$471 / 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 96How 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

42 APPLETON AVE

SOUTH HAMILTON, MA 01982
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,591 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$749K
$720K low$779K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,917 (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.$633,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$282,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$351,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$790,780

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.Ranch
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
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(2)

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.

M
Miles River Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Hamilton Wenham Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
E
Winthrop Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.0 mi

District: Hamilton-Wenham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01982These 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.50
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.92

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
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.7,595
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.540 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$127,368
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$165,926
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

42 Appleton Ave 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 70% of homes in South Hamilton 01982
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Essex County
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in South Hamilton 01982
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in South Hamilton 01982

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

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$122K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in South Hamilton 01982.

How it measures up in South Hamilton 01982

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Hamilton 01982.

Estimated value$749,382
CheaperTypical $901,980Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$471
CheaperTypical $460Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,591 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,992 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.49 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 42 Appleton Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Hamilton 01982Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$749,38230% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$47155% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,591 ft²32% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac46% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than196057% of homes54% of homes

About 42 Appleton Ave

How much is 42 Appleton Ave, South Hamilton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Appleton Ave, South Hamilton, MA is $749,382 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $719,590 to $779,174. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Appleton Ave, South Hamilton, MA last sell?

42 Appleton Ave, South Hamilton, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Appleton Ave, South Hamilton, MA?

42 Appleton Ave, South Hamilton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,591 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 42 Appleton Ave, South Hamilton, MA built?

42 Appleton Ave, South Hamilton, MA was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42 Appleton Ave, South Hamilton, MA?

42 Appleton Ave, South Hamilton, MA is assigned to Miles River Middle School (middle), rated A-; Hamilton Wenham Regional High School (high), rated A; Winthrop Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Hamilton-Wenham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Appleton Ave, South Hamilton, MA compare to other homes in South Hamilton 01982?

Among the 2,600 homes in South Hamilton 01982, it is worth more than 30% of them ($749,382 against a typical $901,980), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($471 against a typical $460), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,591 ft² against a typical 1,992 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.49 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1960 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 58% 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 42 Appleton Ave, South Hamilton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Appleton Ave, South Hamilton, MA was $9,917. The county assessed it at $633,700.

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