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$778,283$477 / 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 97How 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

81 FOREST ST

SOUTH HAMILTON, MA 01982
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.
2.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$778K
$758K low$798K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,478 (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.$669,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$338,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$331,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$827,070

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.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Cape Cod
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
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.

M
Miles River Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Hamilton Wenham Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
E
Winthrop Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.3 mi

District: Hamilton-Wenham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01982These 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.50
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.92

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
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.7,595
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.540 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$127,368
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$165,926
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

81 Forest 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 65% of homes in South Hamilton 01982
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Essex County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in South Hamilton 01982
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Essex County
  • Older than 72% of homes in South Hamilton 01982

What homes are worth in South Hamilton 01982

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

This home
$129K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in South Hamilton 01982.

How it measures up in South Hamilton 01982

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Hamilton 01982.

Estimated value$778,283
CheaperTypical $904,078Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$477
CheaperTypical $454Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area1,632 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,992 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size2.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.49 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 81 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Hamilton 01982Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$778,28335% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$47760% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,632 ft²34% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.5 ac90% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than194128% of homes38% of homes

About 81 Forest St

How much is 81 Forest St, South Hamilton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 81 Forest St, South Hamilton, MA is $778,283 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $758,241 to $798,325. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 81 Forest St, South Hamilton, MA last sell?

81 Forest St, South Hamilton, MA last sold on May 6, 2016, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 81 Forest St, South Hamilton, MA?

81 Forest St, South Hamilton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,632 square feet of living space and a 2.50-acre lot.

When was 81 Forest St, South Hamilton, MA built?

81 Forest St, South Hamilton, MA was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 81 Forest St, South Hamilton, MA?

81 Forest St, South Hamilton, MA is assigned to Miles River Middle School (middle), rated A-; Hamilton Wenham Regional High School (high), rated A; Winthrop Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Hamilton-Wenham School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 81 Forest St, South Hamilton, MA compare to other homes in South Hamilton 01982?

Among the 2,600 homes in South Hamilton 01982, it is worth more than 35% of them ($778,283 against a typical $904,078), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($477 against a typical $454), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,632 ft² against a typical 1,992 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (2.5 ac against a typical 0.49 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1941 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 61% 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 81 Forest St, South Hamilton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 81 Forest St, South Hamilton, MA was $10,478. The county assessed it at $669,500.

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