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$635,106$389 / 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 93How 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 $250,000 on Aug 28, 2014

517 ESSEX AVE

GLOUCESTER, MA 01930
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,632 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$635K
$589K low$681K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Aug 28, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,590 (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.$575,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$178,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$396,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$538,935

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.5 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.0.2 percent flood zone

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.Colonial
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(12)

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
West Parish Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Gloucester High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi
M
O'Maley Innovation Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi

District: Gloucester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01930These 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.142
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 100.90

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.89%
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.9.9%
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.30,229
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.958 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,930
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,096
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

517 Essex Ave 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Gloucester 01930
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Gloucester 01930

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

This home
$283K$3.6M

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Gloucester 01930.

How it measures up in Gloucester 01930

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gloucester 01930.

Estimated value$635,106
CheaperTypical $718,215Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$389
CheaperTypical $487Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area1,632 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1941Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 517 Essex Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGloucester 01930Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$635,10639% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38920% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,632 ft²50% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac43% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than198677% of homes78% of homes

About 517 Essex Ave

How much is 517 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 517 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA is $635,106 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $589,283 to $680,929. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 517 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA last sell?

517 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA last sold on Aug 28, 2014 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 517 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA?

517 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,632 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 517 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA built?

517 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 517 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA?

517 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA is assigned to West Parish Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Gloucester High School (high), rated C-; O'Maley Innovation Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Gloucester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 517 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA compare to other homes in Gloucester 01930?

Among the 11,007 homes in Gloucester 01930, it is worth more than 39% of them ($635,106 against a typical $718,215), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($389 against a typical $487), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,632 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (1986 against a typical 1941). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 41% 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 517 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 517 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA was $5,590. The county assessed it at $575,100.

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