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$471,011$596 / 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 94How 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 $323,500 on Jul 31, 2017

5 SOUTH ST

WENHAM, MA 01984
1
Beds
1
Baths
790 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.
1,742 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$471K
$445K low$497K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$323,500 · Jul 31, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,308 (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.$405,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$156,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$249,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$477,850

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.48
54
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%

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
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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.Electric
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Bessie Buker Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Hamilton Wenham Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi
M
Miles River Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi

District: Hamilton-Wenham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01984These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.89

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.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.6%
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.5,208
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.631 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$182,347
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$191,239
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

5 South 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Wenham 01984
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Wenham 01984
  • Among the smallest homes in Wenham 01984
  • Among the smallest lots in Wenham 01984
  • Older than 80% of homes in Wenham 01984

What homes are worth in Wenham 01984

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

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$516K$2.9M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Wenham 01984.

How it measures up in Wenham 01984

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wenham 01984.

Estimated value$471,011
CheaperTypical $1,091,077Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$596
CheaperTypical $446Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area790 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,550 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1,742 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.92 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 5 South St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWenham 01984Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$471,011almost no homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$59691% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than790 ft²almost no homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,742 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than193020% of homes35% of homes

About 5 South St

How much is 5 South St, Wenham, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 South St, Wenham, MA is $471,011 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $444,620 to $497,402. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 South St, Wenham, MA last sell?

5 South St, Wenham, MA last sold on Jul 31, 2017 for $323,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 South St, Wenham, MA?

5 South St, Wenham, MA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 790 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 5 South St, Wenham, MA built?

5 South St, Wenham, MA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 South St, Wenham, MA?

5 South St, Wenham, MA is assigned to Bessie Buker Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Hamilton Wenham Regional High School (high), rated A; Miles River Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Hamilton-Wenham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 South St, Wenham, MA compare to other homes in Wenham 01984?

Among the 1,273 homes in Wenham 01984, it is worth more than almost none of them ($471,011 against a typical $1,091,077), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($596 against a typical $446), it is bigger than almost none of them (790 ft² against a typical 2,550 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (1,742 ft² against a typical 0.92 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1930 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 14% 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 South St, Wenham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 South St, Wenham, MA was $6,308. The county assessed it at $405,900.

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