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$661,824$1,003 / 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 75How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $170,000 on Mar 5, 1991

85 WOOD DR

ESSEX, MA 01929
2
Beds
1
Baths
660 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.
0.83 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$662K
$494K low$830K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$170,000 · Mar 5, 1991

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,166 (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.$585,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$471,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$114,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$580,600

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.50
61
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
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.
84
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.90 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.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.Cottage
CountyEssex
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.83
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.Forced Air
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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(8)

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 · 2.5 mi
H
Hamilton Wenham Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
E
Winthrop Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.1 mi

District: Hamilton-Wenham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01929These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.96

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,886
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.248 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,902
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$149,333
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

85 Wood Dr 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 85% of homes in Essex 01929
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Essex 01929
  • Among the smallest homes in Essex 01929
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Essex County
  • Older than 65% of homes in Essex 01929

What homes are worth in Essex 01929

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

This home
$459K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Essex 01929.

How it measures up in Essex 01929

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Essex 01929.

Estimated value$661,824
CheaperTypical $900,705Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1003
CheaperTypical $472Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area660 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,051 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.83 ac
SmallerTypical 0.76 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 85 Wood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEssex 01929Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$661,82415% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1003almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than660 ft²almost no homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.83 ac52% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than193035% of homes35% of homes

About 85 Wood Dr

How much is 85 Wood Dr, Essex, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 85 Wood Dr, Essex, MA is $661,824 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $493,553 to $830,095. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 85 Wood Dr, Essex, MA last sell?

85 Wood Dr, Essex, MA last sold on Mar 5, 1991 for $170,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 85 Wood Dr, Essex, MA?

85 Wood Dr, Essex, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 660 square feet of living space and a 0.83-acre lot.

When was 85 Wood Dr, Essex, MA built?

85 Wood Dr, Essex, MA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a cottage home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 85 Wood Dr, Essex, MA?

85 Wood Dr, Essex, 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 85 Wood Dr, Essex, MA compare to other homes in Essex 01929?

Among the 1,315 homes in Essex 01929, it is worth more than 15% of them ($661,824 against a typical $900,705), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($1003 against a typical $472), it is bigger than almost none of them (660 ft² against a typical 2,051 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.83 ac against a typical 0.76 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1930 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 46% 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 85 Wood Dr, Essex, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 85 Wood Dr, Essex, MA was $9,166. The county assessed it at $585,700.

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