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$1,283,500$607 / 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 91How 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

WHALE COVE RD

ROCKPORT, MA 01966
3
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
2,115 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.4M high
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.$1,283,500
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$1,026,800

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,428 (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.$1,076,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$424,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$651,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,076,300

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
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.
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.Cape Cod
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.2006
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
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
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(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.

M
Rockport Middle High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Rockport Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi

District: Rockport School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01966These 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.164
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.94

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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,145
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.833 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,805
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,609
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

Whale Cove Rd 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 91% of homes in Essex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Essex County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Rockport 01966
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Rockport 01966
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Rockport 01966

What homes are worth in Rockport 01966

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

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$389K$3.2M

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Rockport 01966.

How it measures up in Rockport 01966

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockport 01966.

Estimated value$1,283,500
CheaperTypical $886,814Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$607
CheaperTypical $588Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area2,115 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,592 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How Whale Cove Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockport 01966Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,283,50078% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$60754% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than2,115 ft²72% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac72% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than199888% of homes88% of homes

About Whale Cove Rd

How much is Whale Cove Rd, Rockport, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Whale Cove Rd, Rockport, MA is $1,283,500 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,169,399 to $1,397,601. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Whale Cove Rd, Rockport, MA last sell?

Whale Cove Rd, Rockport, MA last sold on Jul 9, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Whale Cove Rd, Rockport, MA?

Whale Cove Rd, Rockport, MA has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,115 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was Whale Cove Rd, Rockport, MA built?

Whale Cove Rd, Rockport, MA was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve Whale Cove Rd, Rockport, MA?

Whale Cove Rd, Rockport, MA is assigned to Rockport Middle High School (middle), rated B; Rockport Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Rockport School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does Whale Cove Rd, Rockport, MA compare to other homes in Rockport 01966?

Among the 3,498 homes in Rockport 01966, it is worth more than 78% of them ($1,283,500 against a typical $886,814), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($607 against a typical $588), it is bigger than 72% of them (2,115 ft² against a typical 1,592 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (1998 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 91% 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 Whale Cove Rd, Rockport, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for Whale Cove Rd, Rockport, MA was $9,428. The county assessed it at $1,076,300.

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