Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $230,000 on Nov 26, 1997
47 PROSPECT ST
SWAMPSCOTT, MA 01907
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,116 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$230,000 · Nov 26, 1997
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,616 (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.$751,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$276,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$474,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$729,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$812,535
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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1998
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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
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, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(6)
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.
HME
Swampscott High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
Swampscott Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.6 mi
Swampscott Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.9 mi
District: Swampscott School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 01907These 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.62
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 100.81
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
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.15,022
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,395 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,474
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$175,738
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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
47 Prospect 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.
- Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Essex County
- Newer than 94% of homes in Swampscott 01907
How it measures up in Swampscott 01907
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Swampscott 01907.
Living area2,116 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,845 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 62% of homes nearby
Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger
Bigger than 18% of homes nearby
Year built1997
OlderTypical 1936Newer
Newer than 94% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Swampscott 01907 | Essex County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,116 ft² | 62% of homes | 61% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.11 ac | 18% of homes | 15% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1997 | 94% of homes | 87% of homes |
About 47 Prospect St
When did 47 Prospect St, Swampscott, MA last sell?
47 Prospect St, Swampscott, MA last sold on Nov 26, 1997 for $230,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 47 Prospect St, Swampscott, MA?
47 Prospect St, Swampscott, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,116 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.
When was 47 Prospect St, Swampscott, MA built?
47 Prospect St, Swampscott, MA was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 47 Prospect St, Swampscott, MA?
47 Prospect St, Swampscott, MA is assigned to Swampscott High School (high), rated B+; Swampscott Middle School (middle), rated B; Swampscott Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Swampscott School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 47 Prospect St, Swampscott, MA compare to other homes in Swampscott 01907?
Among the 5,167 homes in Swampscott 01907, it is bigger than 62% of them (2,116 ft² against a typical 1,845 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (1997 against a typical 1936). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 47 Prospect St, Swampscott, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 47 Prospect St, Swampscott, MA was $8,616. The county assessed it at $751,200.
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