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$835,702$399 / 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 94How 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
Last sold for $283,600 on Oct 29, 1998

981 FOREST ST

NORTH ANDOVER, MA 01845
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,092 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.
1.06 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$836K
$788K low$884K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$283,600 · Oct 29, 1998
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$559,202
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$447,362
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.33%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$206,500
WELLS FARGO MORTGAGE · R · recorded Mar 14, 2013
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$70,000
DIGITAL FCU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,397 (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.$745,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$414,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$331,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$720,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$844,170

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.21 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.Colonial
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.06
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(9)

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
Annie L Sargent SchoolB
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 3.4 mi
M
North Andover Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.3 mi
H
North Andover High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi

District: North Andover School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01845These 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.61
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.95

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.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
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.33,053
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,181 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$137,878
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$165,511
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

981 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 more than 67% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Essex County
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in North Andover 01845

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

This home
$292K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in North Andover 01845.

How it measures up in North Andover 01845

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North Andover 01845.

Estimated value$835,702
CheaperTypical $823,852Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$399
CheaperTypical $376Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area2,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,226 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size1.06 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 981 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Andover 01845Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$835,70251% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39964% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than2,092 ft²46% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.06 ac66% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than197750% of homes69% of homes

About 981 Forest St

How much is 981 Forest St, North Andover, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 981 Forest St, North Andover, MA is $835,702 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $787,746 to $883,658. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 981 Forest St, North Andover, MA last sell?

981 Forest St, North Andover, MA last sold on Oct 29, 1998 for $283,600, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 981 Forest St, North Andover, MA?

981 Forest St, North Andover, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,092 square feet of living space and a 1.06-acre lot.

When was 981 Forest St, North Andover, MA built?

981 Forest St, North Andover, MA was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 981 Forest St, North Andover, MA?

981 Forest St, North Andover, MA is assigned to Annie L Sargent School (elementary), rated B; North Andover Middle School (middle), rated B; North Andover High School (high), rated A. All sit in North Andover School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 981 Forest St, North Andover, MA compare to other homes in North Andover 01845?

Among the 9,079 homes in North Andover 01845, it is worth more than 51% of them ($835,702 against a typical $823,852), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($399 against a typical $376), it is bigger than 46% of them (2,092 ft² against a typical 2,226 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (1.06 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1977 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 67% 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 981 Forest St, North Andover, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 981 Forest St, North Andover, MA was $8,397. The county assessed it at $745,700.

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