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$997,335$343 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

42 PORTER RD

BOXFORD, MA 01921
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,904 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.
6.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$997K
$917K low$1.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,458 (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.$920,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$489,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$430,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$877,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,001,062

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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Colonial
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.38
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(5)

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
Harry Lee Cole
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 4.0 mi
M
Masconomet Regional Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 6.6 mi
H
Masconomet Regional High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.6 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

42 Porter Rd 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 80% of homes in Essex County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Boxford 01921
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Essex County
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Essex County

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
$542K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 46% 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$997,335
CheaperTypical $1,019,688Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$343
CheaperTypical $380Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area2,904 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,704 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size6.38 ac
SmallerTypical 2.09 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 42 Porter Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBoxford 01921Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$997,33546% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34324% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than2,904 ft²57% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.38 ac93% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than198663% of homes78% of homes

About 42 Porter Rd

How much is 42 Porter Rd, Boxford, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Porter Rd, Boxford, MA is $997,335 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $916,873 to $1,077,797. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Porter Rd, Boxford, MA last sell?

42 Porter Rd, Boxford, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Porter Rd, Boxford, MA?

42 Porter Rd, Boxford, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,904 square feet of living space and a 6.38-acre lot.

When was 42 Porter Rd, Boxford, MA built?

42 Porter Rd, Boxford, MA was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Porter Rd, Boxford, MA?

42 Porter Rd, 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 42 Porter Rd, Boxford, MA compare to other homes in Boxford 01921?

Among the 2,782 homes in Boxford 01921, it is worth more than 46% of them ($997,335 against a typical $1,019,688), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($343 against a typical $380), it is bigger than 57% of them (2,904 ft² against a typical 2,704 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (6.38 ac against a typical 2.09 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1986 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 80% 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 Porter Rd, Boxford, MA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 42 Porter Rd, Boxford, MA was $12,458. The county assessed it at $920,100.

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