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$425,998$180 / 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 92How 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 $112,500 on Feb 9, 1999

5 HOWARD ST

TOWNSEND, MA 01469
3
Beds
3 / 2
Baths
2,369 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1845
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

$426K
$392K low$460K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$112,500 · Feb 9, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,264 (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.$362,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$78,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$283,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$444,505

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.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
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
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(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
Hawthorne Brook Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Spaulding Memorial SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.4 mi
H
North Middlesex Regional High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: North Middlesex School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01469These 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.108
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 100.72

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,255
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.309 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,595
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,337
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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

5 Howard 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.

  • Worth less than 91% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Middlesex County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Townsend 01469
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Townsend 01469
  • Among the oldest homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Townsend 01469

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

This home
$111K$770K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Townsend 01469.

How it measures up in Townsend 01469

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Townsend 01469.

Estimated value$425,998
CheaperTypical $478,053Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$180
CheaperTypical $263Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area2,369 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,795 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.92 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1845
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 5 Howard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTownsend 01469Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$425,99831% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1806% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,369 ft²78% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac31% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than18453% of homesalmost no homes

About 5 Howard St

How much is 5 Howard St, Townsend, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Howard St, Townsend, MA is $425,998 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $391,765 to $460,231. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Howard St, Townsend, MA last sell?

5 Howard St, Townsend, MA last sold on Feb 9, 1999 for $112,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 Howard St, Townsend, MA?

5 Howard St, Townsend, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,369 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 5 Howard St, Townsend, MA built?

5 Howard St, Townsend, MA was built in 1845, making it 181 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Howard St, Townsend, MA?

5 Howard St, Townsend, MA is assigned to Hawthorne Brook Middle School (middle), rated C-; Spaulding Memorial School (elementary), rated C-; North Middlesex Regional High School (high), rated B-. All sit in North Middlesex School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Howard St, Townsend, MA compare to other homes in Townsend 01469?

Among the 2,539 homes in Townsend 01469, it is worth more than 31% of them ($425,998 against a typical $478,053), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($180 against a typical $263), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,369 ft² against a typical 1,795 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.92 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1845 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 9% 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 5 Howard St, Townsend, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Howard St, Townsend, MA was $5,264. The county assessed it at $362,500.

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