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$2,016,449$547 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $1,100,000 on Apr 14, 2006

49 FORSTER RD

MANCHESTER, MA 01944
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,684 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.
1.06 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2M
$1.9M low$2.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,100,000 · Apr 14, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,430 (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.$1,577,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$631,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$945,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,173,790

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.1.06
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(10)

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
Manchester Memorial Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
H
Manchester Essex Regional High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Manchester Essex Regional Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Manchester Essex Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01944These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.91

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.46%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.9%
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.5,934
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.516 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$205,008
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$224,952
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

49 Forster 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 98% of homes in Essex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Essex County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Manchester 01944

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

This home
$541K$9M

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Manchester 01944.

How it measures up in Manchester 01944

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Manchester 01944.

Estimated value$2,016,449
CheaperTypical $1,382,131Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$547
CheaperTypical $572Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area3,684 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,595 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size1.06 ac
SmallerTypical 0.57 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 49 Forster Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeManchester 01944Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,016,44972% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$54742% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than3,684 ft²73% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.06 ac72% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than195650% of homes49% of homes

About 49 Forster Rd

How much is 49 Forster Rd, Manchester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 49 Forster Rd, Manchester, MA is $2,016,449 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,935,291 to $2,097,607. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 49 Forster Rd, Manchester, MA last sell?

49 Forster Rd, Manchester, MA last sold on Apr 14, 2006 for $1,100,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 49 Forster Rd, Manchester, MA?

49 Forster Rd, Manchester, MA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,684 square feet of living space and a 1.06-acre lot.

When was 49 Forster Rd, Manchester, MA built?

49 Forster Rd, Manchester, MA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 49 Forster Rd, Manchester, MA?

49 Forster Rd, Manchester, MA is assigned to Manchester Memorial Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Manchester Essex Regional High School (high), rated A+; Manchester Essex Regional Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Manchester Essex Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 49 Forster Rd, Manchester, MA compare to other homes in Manchester 01944?

Among the 1,991 homes in Manchester 01944, it is worth more than 72% of them ($2,016,449 against a typical $1,382,131), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($547 against a typical $572), it is bigger than 73% of them (3,684 ft² against a typical 2,595 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (1.06 ac against a typical 0.57 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1956 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 98% 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 49 Forster Rd, Manchester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 49 Forster Rd, Manchester, MA was $14,430. The county assessed it at $1,577,000.

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