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$1,368,895$381 / 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 90How 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

42 WAY TO THE RIVER RD

WEST NEWBURY, MA 01985
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,590 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.
1.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
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

$1.4M
$1.2M low$1.5M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,173 (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.$1,219,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$701,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$517,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,232,245

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.60 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.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.Cape Cod
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.28
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

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
Dr. John C. Page Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.8 mi
H
Pentucket Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi
M
Pentucket Regional Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.0 mi

District: Pentucket School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01985These 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.26
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 100.95

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
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.4,716
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.316 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$176,182
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$198,754
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 Way To The River 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 92% of homes in Essex County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Essex County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in West Newbury 01985

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

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$513K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in West Newbury 01985.

How it measures up in West Newbury 01985

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Newbury 01985.

Estimated value$1,368,895
CheaperTypical $923,175Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$381
CheaperTypical $375Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area3,590 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,543 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size1.28 ac
SmallerTypical 1.6 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 42 Way To The River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Newbury 01985Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,368,89591% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38153% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than3,590 ft²82% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.28 ac43% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than198150% of homes72% of homes

About 42 Way To The River Rd

How much is 42 Way To The River Rd, West Newbury, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Way To The River Rd, West Newbury, MA is $1,368,895 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,230,553 to $1,507,237. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Way To The River Rd, West Newbury, MA last sell?

42 Way To The River Rd, West Newbury, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Way To The River Rd, West Newbury, MA?

42 Way To The River Rd, West Newbury, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,590 square feet of living space and a 1.28-acre lot.

When was 42 Way To The River Rd, West Newbury, MA built?

42 Way To The River Rd, West Newbury, MA was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Way To The River Rd, West Newbury, MA?

42 Way To The River Rd, West Newbury, MA is assigned to Dr. John C. Page Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Pentucket Regional High School (high), rated B+; Pentucket Regional Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Pentucket School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Way To The River Rd, West Newbury, MA compare to other homes in West Newbury 01985?

Among the 1,669 homes in West Newbury 01985, it is worth more than 91% of them ($1,368,895 against a typical $923,175), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($381 against a typical $375), it is bigger than 82% of them (3,590 ft² against a typical 2,543 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (1.28 ac against a typical 1.6 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1981 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 92% 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 Way To The River Rd, West Newbury, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Way To The River Rd, West Newbury, MA was $13,173. The county assessed it at $1,219,700.

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