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$543,105$399 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $455,000 on Oct 27, 2022

42 CHESTNUT ST

SAUGUS, MA 01906
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,360 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.
4,260 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1805
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$543K
$518K low$568K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$455,000 · Oct 27, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,906 (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.$459,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$278,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$181,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$527,155

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.39 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.79%
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.0.10
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
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(7)

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
Veterans Early Learning Center
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 0.8 mi
M
Saugus Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Saugus High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Saugus School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01906These 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.72
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.79

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
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.29,549
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,506 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,903
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$119,719
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

42 Chestnut 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 83% of homes in Saugus 01906
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Saugus 01906
  • Among the oldest homes in Saugus 01906

What homes are worth in Saugus 01906

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

This home
$345K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Saugus 01906.

How it measures up in Saugus 01906

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saugus 01906.

Estimated value$543,105
CheaperTypical $648,448Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$399
CheaperTypical $398Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,360 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,705 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size4,260 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1805
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 42 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaugus 01906Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$543,10517% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39950% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,360 ft²29% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,260 ft²4% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than1805almost no homesalmost no homes

About 42 Chestnut St

How much is 42 Chestnut St, Saugus, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Chestnut St, Saugus, MA is $543,105 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $518,090 to $568,120. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Chestnut St, Saugus, MA last sell?

42 Chestnut St, Saugus, MA last sold on Oct 27, 2022 for $455,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42 Chestnut St, Saugus, MA?

42 Chestnut St, Saugus, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,360 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 42 Chestnut St, Saugus, MA built?

42 Chestnut St, Saugus, MA was built in 1805, making it 221 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Chestnut St, Saugus, MA?

42 Chestnut St, Saugus, MA is assigned to Veterans Early Learning Center (elementary); Saugus Middle School (middle), rated C-; Saugus High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Saugus School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Chestnut St, Saugus, MA compare to other homes in Saugus 01906?

Among the 8,776 homes in Saugus 01906, it is worth more than 17% of them ($543,105 against a typical $648,448), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($399 against a typical $398), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,360 ft² against a typical 1,705 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (4,260 ft² against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1805 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 25% 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 Chestnut St, Saugus, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Chestnut St, Saugus, MA was $4,906. The county assessed it at $459,400.

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