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$538,456$471 / 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 97How 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 $500,000 on Apr 12, 2023

48 TOWNSEND AVE

SALEM, NH 03079
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,144 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$538K
$524K low$553K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500,000 · Apr 12, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,584 (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.$417,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$162,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$255,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$490,200

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.19 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.Ranch
CountyROCKINGHAM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.39
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

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.

M
Woodbury SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
E
William E. Lancaster SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
H
Salem High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Salem School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 03079These 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.84
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 100.90

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,843
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,193 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,239
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$125,726
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.54%

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How this home compares

48 Townsend Ave 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 less than 66% of homes in Rockingham County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Salem 03079
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Rockingham County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Rockingham County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Rockingham County

What homes are worth in Salem 03079

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

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$237K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Salem 03079.

How it measures up in Salem 03079

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 03079.

Estimated value$538,456
CheaperTypical $584,252Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$471
CheaperTypical $363Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,144 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 48 Townsend Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 03079Rockingham County
Estimated valuepricier than$538,45638% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$47185% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than1,144 ft²29% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac46% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than197144% of homes31% of homes

About 48 Townsend Ave

How much is 48 Townsend Ave, Salem, NH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 48 Townsend Ave, Salem, NH is $538,456 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $523,927 to $552,985. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 48 Townsend Ave, Salem, NH last sell?

48 Townsend Ave, Salem, NH last sold on Apr 12, 2023 for $500,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 48 Townsend Ave, Salem, NH?

48 Townsend Ave, Salem, NH has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,144 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.

When was 48 Townsend Ave, Salem, NH built?

48 Townsend Ave, Salem, NH was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 48 Townsend Ave, Salem, NH?

48 Townsend Ave, Salem, NH is assigned to Woodbury School (middle), rated B-; William E. Lancaster School (elementary), rated C-; Salem High School (high), rated B. All sit in Salem School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 48 Townsend Ave, Salem, NH compare to other homes in Salem 03079?

Among the 11,053 homes in Salem 03079, it is worth more than 38% of them ($538,456 against a typical $584,252), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($471 against a typical $363), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,144 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1971 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Rockingham County, it is worth more than 34% 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 48 Townsend Ave, Salem, NH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 48 Townsend Ave, Salem, NH was $7,584. The county assessed it at $417,600.

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