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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $720,000 on Apr 1, 2026

98 MAIN ST

WENHAM, MA 01984
3
Beds
3
Baths
3,158 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.
0.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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.$720,000 · Apr 1, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,220 (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.$1,108,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$556,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$551,900

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
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.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.92
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Bessie Buker Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Hamilton Wenham Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
M
Miles River Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi

District: Hamilton-Wenham School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01984These 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.85
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 100.89

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.6%
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.5,208
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.631 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$182,347
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$191,239
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

98 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.

  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Essex County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Wenham 01984

How it measures up in Wenham 01984

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wenham 01984.

Living area3,158 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,550 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.92 ac
SmallerTypical 0.92 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 98 Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWenham 01984Essex County
Living areabigger than3,158 ft²67% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.92 ac50% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than190012% of homes20% of homes

About 98 Main St

When did 98 Main St, Wenham, MA last sell?

98 Main St, Wenham, MA last sold on Apr 1, 2026 for $720,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 98 Main St, Wenham, MA?

98 Main St, Wenham, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,158 square feet of living space and a 0.92-acre lot.

When was 98 Main St, Wenham, MA built?

98 Main St, Wenham, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 98 Main St, Wenham, MA?

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

How does 98 Main St, Wenham, MA compare to other homes in Wenham 01984?

Among the 1,273 homes in Wenham 01984, it is bigger than 67% of them (3,158 ft² against a typical 2,550 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.92 ac against a typical 0.92 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1900 against a typical 1960). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 98 Main St, Wenham, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 98 Main St, Wenham, MA was $17,220. The county assessed it at $1,108,100.

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