Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $362,500 on Jul 1, 1997
8 OLD PENZANCE RD
ROCKPORT, MA 01966
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,564 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.
0.71 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$362,500 · Jul 1, 1997
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$22,768 (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.$2,599,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,869,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$729,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,432,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$3,217,555
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.128 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.72%
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 coastal 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.Cape Cod
CountyESSEX
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2006
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.71
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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(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.
ME
Rockport Middle High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 1.2 mi
Rockport Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 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%
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How this home compares
8 Old Penzance 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.
- Bigger than 85% of homes in Rockport 01966
- Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Rockport 01966
- Newer than 89% of homes in Essex County
How it measures up in Rockport 01966
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockport 01966.
Living area2,564 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,589 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 85% of homes nearby
Lot size0.71 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger
Bigger than 84% of homes nearby
Year built1998
OlderTypical 1954Newer
Newer than 88% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Rockport 01966 | Essex County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,564 ft² | 85% of homes | 75% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.71 ac | 84% of homes | 77% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1998 | 88% of homes | 89% of homes |
About 8 Old Penzance Rd
When did 8 Old Penzance Rd, Rockport, MA last sell?
8 Old Penzance Rd, Rockport, MA last sold on Jul 1, 1997 for $362,500, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 8 Old Penzance Rd, Rockport, MA?
8 Old Penzance Rd, Rockport, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,564 square feet of living space and a 0.71-acre lot.
When was 8 Old Penzance Rd, Rockport, MA built?
8 Old Penzance Rd, Rockport, MA was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 8 Old Penzance Rd, Rockport, MA?
8 Old Penzance Rd, Rockport, MA is assigned to Rockport Middle High School (middle), rated B; Rockport Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Rockport School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 8 Old Penzance Rd, Rockport, MA compare to other homes in Rockport 01966?
Among the 3,498 homes in Rockport 01966, it is bigger than 85% of them (2,564 ft² against a typical 1,589 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.71 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (1998 against a typical 1954). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 8 Old Penzance Rd, Rockport, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Old Penzance Rd, Rockport, MA was $22,768. The county assessed it at $2,599,100.
More homes on Old Penzance Rd
- 2 Old Penzance Rd1.8 ac · Sold $2.4M · Nov 2019
- Old Penzance Rd$3.3M5 bd · 4.5 ba · 5,905 ft² · Sold $1.8M · Oct 2016
- 3 Old Penzance Rd$1.9M5 bd · 2.5 ba · 3,316 ft² · Sold $758K · Mar 2016
- 6 Old Penzance Rd$2.7M4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,574 ft² · Sold $1.3M · Jun 2007
- 10 Old Penzance Rd$2.9M3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,925 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
Closest homes
- 10 Old Penzance Rd$2.9M371 ft · 3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,925 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 6 Old Penzance Rd$2.7M410 ft · 4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,574 ft² · Sold $1.3M · Jun 2007
- 2 Old Penzance Rd441 ft · 1.8 ac · Sold $2.4M · Nov 2019
- 43 Penzance Rd$2.9M0.1 mi · 4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,354 ft² · Sold $2M · Jun 2010
- 3 Old Penzance Rd$1.9M455 ft · 5 bd · 2.5 ba · 3,316 ft² · Sold $758K · Mar 2016
- 44 Penzance Rd0.1 mi · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2,092 ft² · Sold $12K · Dec 1998
- 47 Penzance Rd$2.9M0.1 mi · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2,503 ft² · Sold $1.5M · May 2017
- 49 Penzance Rd$2.5M0.2 mi · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2,457 ft² · Sold $1.9M · Jul 2016
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