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$2,006,238$749 / 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 87How 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 $845,000 on Jan 8, 2010

81 NORWOOD HTS

GLOUCESTER, MA 01930
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,680 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.
0.63 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2M
$1.8M low$2.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$845,000 · Jan 8, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$18,345 (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.$1,887,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$895,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$991,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,672,665

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.35
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.
54
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
81
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.

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.Contemporary
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.63
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(14)

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
Plum Cove Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
M
O'Maley Innovation Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Gloucester High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 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

81 Norwood Hts 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 98% of homes in Essex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Essex County
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Gloucester 01930
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Gloucester 01930
  • Newer than 87% 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.

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$301K$3.5M

This home is worth more than 92% 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$2,006,238
CheaperTypical $720,292Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$749
CheaperTypical $487Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area2,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size0.63 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 81 Norwood Hts ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGloucester 01930Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,006,23892% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$74986% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than2,680 ft²85% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.63 ac80% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than199786% of homes87% of homes

About 81 Norwood Hts

How much is 81 Norwood Hts, Gloucester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 81 Norwood Hts, Gloucester, MA is $2,006,238 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,751,295 to $2,261,181. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 81 Norwood Hts, Gloucester, MA last sell?

81 Norwood Hts, Gloucester, MA last sold on Jan 8, 2010 for $845,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 81 Norwood Hts, Gloucester, MA?

81 Norwood Hts, Gloucester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,680 square feet of living space and a 0.63-acre lot.

When was 81 Norwood Hts, Gloucester, MA built?

81 Norwood Hts, Gloucester, MA was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 81 Norwood Hts, Gloucester, MA?

81 Norwood Hts, Gloucester, MA is assigned to Plum Cove Elementary School (elementary), rated B; O'Maley Innovation Middle School (middle), rated C; Gloucester High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Gloucester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 81 Norwood Hts, Gloucester, MA compare to other homes in Gloucester 01930?

Among the 11,007 homes in Gloucester 01930, it is worth more than 92% of them ($2,006,238 against a typical $720,292), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($749 against a typical $487), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,680 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.63 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (1997 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 98% 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 Norwood Hts, Gloucester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 81 Norwood Hts, Gloucester, MA was $18,345. The county assessed it at $1,887,300.

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