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$436,162$601 / 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 95How 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 $335,000 on May 14, 2021

42 CABOT ST

SALEM, MA 01970
Building report
1
Beds
1
Baths
726 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.
4,099 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1917
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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

$436K
$413K low$460K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$335,000 · May 14, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,930 (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.$346,600 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$346,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$398,145

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.35
7
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
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.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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.Slate
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

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Saltonstall SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Salem Preparatory High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Salem School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01970These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.87

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.44,728
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,443 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,271
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,638
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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 Cabot 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 89% of homes in Essex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in South Salem
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Essex County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Salem 01970

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

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$312K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Salem 01970.

How it measures up in Salem 01970

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 01970.

Estimated value$436,162
CheaperTypical $611,636Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$601
CheaperTypical $417Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area726 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,656 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size4,099 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1917
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 42 Cabot St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth SalemSalem 01970Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$436,16220% of homes14% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$60197% of homes95% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than726 ft²5% of homes4% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,099 ft²24% of homes27% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than191755% of homes47% of homes26% of homes

About 42 Cabot St

How much is 42 Cabot St, Salem, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Cabot St, Salem, MA is $436,162 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $412,536 to $459,788. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Cabot St, Salem, MA last sell?

42 Cabot St, Salem, MA last sold on May 14, 2021 for $335,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42 Cabot St, Salem, MA?

42 Cabot St, Salem, MA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 726 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 42 Cabot St, Salem, MA built?

42 Cabot St, Salem, MA was built in 1917, making it 109 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 42 Cabot St, Salem, MA?

42 Cabot St, Salem, MA is assigned to Saltonstall School (elementary), rated C+; Salem Preparatory High School (high). All sit in Salem School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Cabot St, Salem, MA compare to other homes in Salem 01970?

Among the 12,071 homes in Salem 01970, it is worth more than 14% of them ($436,162 against a typical $611,636), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($601 against a typical $417), it is bigger than 4% of them (726 ft² against a typical 1,656 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (4,099 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1917 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 11% 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 Cabot St, Salem, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Cabot St, Salem, MA was $3,930. The county assessed it at $346,600.

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