Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $240,101 on Mar 31, 2017
42 ROWE ST
LAWRENCE, MA 01843
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,216 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.
3,480 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
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
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$240,101 · Mar 31, 2017
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,969 (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.$337,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$92,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$245,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$337,400
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.46
59
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.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.23 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.2 percent flood zone
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.0.08
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EH
Wetherbee Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 mi
Lawrence High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
District: Lawrence School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 01843These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,979
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,139 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,170
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,327
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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 Rowe 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.
- Smaller than 81% of homes in Essex County
- Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Lawrence 01843
- Older than 96% of homes in Lawrence 01843
How it measures up in Lawrence 01843
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lawrence 01843.
Living area1,216 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 31% of homes nearby
Lot size3,480 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger
Bigger than 6% of homes nearby
Year built1880
OlderTypical 1945Newer
Newer than 4% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Lawrence 01843 | Essex County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,216 ft² | 31% of homes | 19% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 3,480 ft² | 6% of homes | 6% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1880 | 4% of homes | 7% of homes |
About 42 Rowe St
When did 42 Rowe St, Lawrence, MA last sell?
42 Rowe St, Lawrence, MA last sold on Mar 31, 2017 for $240,101, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 42 Rowe St, Lawrence, MA?
42 Rowe St, Lawrence, MA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,216 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.
When was 42 Rowe St, Lawrence, MA built?
42 Rowe St, Lawrence, MA was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 42 Rowe St, Lawrence, MA?
42 Rowe St, Lawrence, MA is assigned to Wetherbee Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Lawrence High School (high), rated F. All sit in Lawrence School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 42 Rowe St, Lawrence, MA compare to other homes in Lawrence 01843?
Among the 4,496 homes in Lawrence 01843, it is bigger than 31% of them (1,216 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (3,480 ft² against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1880 against a typical 1945). 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 Rowe St, Lawrence, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Rowe St, Lawrence, MA was $2,969. The county assessed it at $337,400.
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