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$857,801$399 / 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 $560,000 on Jun 11, 2021

5 VALE ST

MERRIMAC, MA 01860
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,148 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$858K
$805K low$910K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$560,000 · Jun 11, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,801 (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.$739,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$289,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$450,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$739,700

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
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.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Cape Cod
CountyEssex
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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

Transaction History(1)

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
Dr. Frederick N. Sweetsir Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.9 mi
H
Pentucket Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 mi
M
Pentucket Regional Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.4 mi

District: Pentucket School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01860These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.95

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,895
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.759 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,610
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,088
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 Vale 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 more than 79% of homes in Merrimac 01860
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Merrimac 01860
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Merrimac 01860
  • Among the newest homes in Merrimac 01860

What homes are worth in Merrimac 01860

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

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$353K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Merrimac 01860.

How it measures up in Merrimac 01860

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Merrimac 01860.

Estimated value$857,801
CheaperTypical $652,108Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$399
CheaperTypical $344Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area2,148 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,937 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.53 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 5 Vale St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerrimac 01860Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$857,80179% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39979% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than2,148 ft²61% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac20% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than2021almost all homesalmost all homes

About 5 Vale St

How much is 5 Vale St, Merrimac, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Vale St, Merrimac, MA is $857,801 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $805,271 to $910,331. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Vale St, Merrimac, MA last sell?

5 Vale St, Merrimac, MA last sold on Jun 11, 2021 for $560,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Vale St, Merrimac, MA?

5 Vale St, Merrimac, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,148 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 5 Vale St, Merrimac, MA built?

5 Vale St, Merrimac, MA was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Vale St, Merrimac, MA?

5 Vale St, Merrimac, MA is assigned to Dr. Frederick N. Sweetsir Elementary School (elementary); Pentucket Regional High School (high), rated B+; Pentucket Regional Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Pentucket School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Vale St, Merrimac, MA compare to other homes in Merrimac 01860?

Among the 2,134 homes in Merrimac 01860, it is worth more than 79% of them ($857,801 against a typical $652,108), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($399 against a typical $344), it is bigger than 61% of them (2,148 ft² against a typical 1,937 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.53 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2021 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 70% 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 Vale St, Merrimac, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Vale St, Merrimac, MA was $9,801. The county assessed it at $739,700.

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