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$940,206$979 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

5 WATER TOWER RD

ROCKPORT, MA 01966
1
Beds
1
Baths
960 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.
3.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2018
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$940K
$840K low$1M high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$740,206
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$592,165
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.23%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$200,000
INST SVGS NEWBURYPORT · recorded Nov 22, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,163 (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.$703,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$403,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$300,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$685,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$690,650

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
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.
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
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.40
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Rockport Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Rockport Middle High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Rockport School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01966These 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.164
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 100.94

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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,145
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.833 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,805
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,609
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5 Water Tower 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 76% of homes in Essex County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Essex County
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Rockport 01966
  • Among the newest homes in Rockport 01966

What homes are worth in Rockport 01966

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

This home
$366K$3M

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Rockport 01966.

How it measures up in Rockport 01966

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockport 01966.

Estimated value$940,206
CheaperTypical $880,590Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$979
CheaperTypical $587Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,600 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size3.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built2018
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 5 Water Tower Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockport 01966Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$940,20657% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$97993% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²15% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.4 ac96% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than2018almost all homes98% of homes

About 5 Water Tower Rd

How much is 5 Water Tower Rd, Rockport, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Water Tower Rd, Rockport, MA is $940,206 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $839,773 to $1,040,639. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Water Tower Rd, Rockport, MA last sell?

5 Water Tower Rd, Rockport, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Water Tower Rd, Rockport, MA?

5 Water Tower Rd, Rockport, MA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 3.40-acre lot.

When was 5 Water Tower Rd, Rockport, MA built?

5 Water Tower Rd, Rockport, MA was built in 2018, making it 8 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 Water Tower Rd, Rockport, MA?

5 Water Tower Rd, Rockport, MA is assigned to Rockport Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Rockport Middle High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Rockport School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Water Tower Rd, Rockport, MA compare to other homes in Rockport 01966?

Among the 3,498 homes in Rockport 01966, it is worth more than 57% of them ($940,206 against a typical $880,590), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($979 against a typical $587), it is bigger than 15% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,600 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (3.4 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2018 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 76% 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 Water Tower Rd, Rockport, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Water Tower Rd, Rockport, MA was $6,163. The county assessed it at $703,500.

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