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$719,184$472 / 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 94How 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 $400,000 on Jan 30, 2004

42 EAST ST

IPSWICH, MA 01938
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,524 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1860
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$719K
$679K low$760K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$400,000 · Jan 30, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,751 (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.$605,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$268,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$337,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$739,670

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.45
40
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
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.

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
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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
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.

Neighborhood · ZIP 01938These 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.95
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 100.90

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,429
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.369 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$123,091
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$153,809
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 East 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Essex County
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Ipswich 01938
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Ipswich 01938
  • Older than 96% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Ipswich 01938

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

This home
$329K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Ipswich 01938.

How it measures up in Ipswich 01938

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ipswich 01938.

Estimated value$719,184
CheaperTypical $810,577Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$472
CheaperTypical $426Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area1,524 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,896 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1860
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 42 East St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIpswich 01938Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$719,18438% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$47265% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,524 ft²32% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac19% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than18605% of homes4% of homes

About 42 East St

How much is 42 East St, Ipswich, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 East St, Ipswich, MA is $719,184 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $678,769 to $759,599. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 East St, Ipswich, MA last sell?

42 East St, Ipswich, MA last sold on Jan 30, 2004 for $400,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42 East St, Ipswich, MA?

42 East St, Ipswich, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,524 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 42 East St, Ipswich, MA built?

42 East St, Ipswich, MA was built in 1860, making it 166 years old. The building has 2 stories.

How does 42 East St, Ipswich, MA compare to other homes in Ipswich 01938?

Among the 5,117 homes in Ipswich 01938, it is worth more than 38% of them ($719,184 against a typical $810,577), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($472 against a typical $426), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,524 ft² against a typical 1,896 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1860 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 54% 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 East St, Ipswich, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 East St, Ipswich, MA was $6,751. The county assessed it at $605,500.

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