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$803,118$468 / 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 $370,000 on Jun 29, 2001

523 MAIN ST

BOXFORD, MA 01921
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,716 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.
4.71 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$803K
$753K low$853K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$370,000 · Jun 29, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,057 (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.$673,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$427,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$246,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$856,805

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.72 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 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.Split Level
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.71
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Harry Lee Cole
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 4.2 mi
M
Masconomet Regional Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 6.8 mi
H
Masconomet Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.8 mi

District: Boxford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01921These 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.14
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.7%
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.8,217
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.346 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$198,803
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$256,763
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

523 Main 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 82% of homes in Boxford 01921
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Boxford 01921
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Boxford 01921
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Essex County
  • Older than 70% of homes in Boxford 01921

What homes are worth in Boxford 01921

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

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$550K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Boxford 01921.

How it measures up in Boxford 01921

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Boxford 01921.

Estimated value$803,118
CheaperTypical $1,002,008Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$468
CheaperTypical $377Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,716 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,714 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size4.71 ac
SmallerTypical 2.09 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 523 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBoxford 01921Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$803,11818% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$46888% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,716 ft²11% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.71 ac85% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than196830% of homes62% of homes

About 523 Main St

How much is 523 Main St, Boxford, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 523 Main St, Boxford, MA is $803,118 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $752,946 to $853,290. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 523 Main St, Boxford, MA last sell?

523 Main St, Boxford, MA last sold on Jun 29, 2001 for $370,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 523 Main St, Boxford, MA?

523 Main St, Boxford, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,716 square feet of living space and a 4.71-acre lot.

When was 523 Main St, Boxford, MA built?

523 Main St, Boxford, MA was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 523 Main St, Boxford, MA?

523 Main St, Boxford, MA is assigned to Harry Lee Cole (elementary); Masconomet Regional Middle School (middle), rated C; Masconomet Regional High School (high), rated A. All sit in Boxford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 523 Main St, Boxford, MA compare to other homes in Boxford 01921?

Among the 2,782 homes in Boxford 01921, it is worth more than 18% of them ($803,118 against a typical $1,002,008), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($468 against a typical $377), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,716 ft² against a typical 2,714 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (4.71 ac against a typical 2.09 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1968 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 65% 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 523 Main St, Boxford, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 523 Main St, Boxford, MA was $9,057. The county assessed it at $673,400.

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