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$514,954$391 / 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 89How 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 $176,000 on Nov 13, 2009

98 RIVER ST

LYNN, MA 01905
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,317 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$515K
$456K low$574K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$176,000 · Nov 13, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,123 (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.$494,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$201,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$293,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$537,035

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.51 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.79%
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
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.1963
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

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
A Drewicz Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Classical High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Breed Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Lynn School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01905These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.83

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.27,635
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,029 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,236
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,080
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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 River 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 80% of homes in Essex County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Essex County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Lynn 01905

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

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$237K$776K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Lynn 01905.

How it measures up in Lynn 01905

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lynn 01905.

Estimated value$514,954
CheaperTypical $532,293Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$391
CheaperTypical $407Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,317 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1915Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 98 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest LynnLynn 01905Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$514,95475% of homes42% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39159% of homes43% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,317 ft²38% of homes40% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac48% of homes28% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than188011% of homes9% of homes8% of homes

About 98 River St

How much is 98 River St, Lynn, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 98 River St, Lynn, MA is $514,954 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $456,212 to $573,696. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 98 River St, Lynn, MA last sell?

98 River St, Lynn, MA last sold on Nov 13, 2009 for $176,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 98 River St, Lynn, MA?

98 River St, Lynn, MA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,317 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 98 River St, Lynn, MA built?

98 River St, Lynn, MA was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 98 River St, Lynn, MA?

98 River St, Lynn, MA is assigned to A Drewicz Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Classical High School (high), rated D; Breed Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Lynn School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 98 River St, Lynn, MA compare to other homes in Lynn 01905?

Among the 5,087 homes in Lynn 01905, it is worth more than 42% of them ($514,954 against a typical $532,293), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($391 against a typical $407), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,317 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1880 against a typical 1915). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 20% 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 98 River St, Lynn, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 98 River St, Lynn, MA was $5,123. The county assessed it at $494,500.

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