Apartments (Generic)Residential
Last sold for $225,000 on Mar 1, 2001
20 FOREST ST
ROCKPORT, MA 01966
5
Beds
5
Baths
4,697 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1860
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
16
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.$225,000 · Mar 1, 2001
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,257 (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.$942,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$325,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$617,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$942,600
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.22 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Apartments (Generic)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
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.1991
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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(5)
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.
EM
Rockport Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
Rockport Middle High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.9 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.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
20 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.
- Among the largest homes in Rockport 01966
- Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Rockport 01966
- Older than 96% of homes in Essex County
How it measures up in Rockport 01966
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockport 01966.
Living area4,697 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,596 ft²Bigger
Bigger than almost all homes nearby
Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger
Bigger than 18% of homes nearby
Year built1860
OlderTypical 1953Newer
Newer than 11% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Rockport 01966 | Essex County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 4,697 ft² | almost all homes | 97% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.13 ac | 18% of homes | 22% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1860 | 11% of homes | 4% of homes |
About 20 Forest St
When did 20 Forest St, Rockport, MA last sell?
20 Forest St, Rockport, MA last sold on Mar 1, 2001 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 20 Forest St, Rockport, MA?
20 Forest St, Rockport, MA has 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 4,697 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.
When was 20 Forest St, Rockport, MA built?
20 Forest St, Rockport, MA was built in 1860, making it 166 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 3 stories.
What schools serve 20 Forest St, Rockport, MA?
20 Forest St, Rockport, MA is assigned to Rockport Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Rockport Middle High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Rockport School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 20 Forest St, Rockport, MA compare to other homes in Rockport 01966?
Among the 3,498 homes in Rockport 01966, it is bigger than almost all of them (4,697 ft² against a typical 1,596 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1860 against a typical 1953). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 20 Forest St, Rockport, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 20 Forest St, Rockport, MA was $8,257. The county assessed it at $942,600.
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- 22 Forest St$675K2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,211 ft² · Sold $680K · May 2023
- 19 Forest St0.97 ac · Sold $1.3M · Sep 2022
- 24 Forest St4 bd · 2 ba · 1,681 ft² · Sold $835K · Dec 2021
- 16 Forest St7 bd · 3 ba · 2,625 ft² · Sold $650K · Apr 2021
- 28 Forest St$706K3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,092 ft² · Sold $540K · Feb 2021
- 26b Forest St$651K2 bd · 2 ba · 1,142 ft² · Sold $480K · Sep 2019
- 11r Forest St$447K1 bd · 1.5 ba · 672 ft² · Sold $310K · Sep 2019
- 5 Forest St$709K2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,194 ft² · Sold $355K · Feb 2019
- 11 Forest St$691K3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,212 ft² · Sold Dec 2016
- 4 Forest St$652K2 bd · 2 ba · 1,049 ft² · Sold $295K · Oct 2015
- 23 Forest St$626K3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,397 ft² · Sold $285K · Oct 2014
- 7 Forest St$644K3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,059 ft² · Sold Aug 2010
Closest homes
- 19 Forest St57 ft · 0.97 ac · Sold $1.3M · Sep 2022
- 16 Forest St58 ft · 7 bd · 3 ba · 2,625 ft² · Sold $650K · Apr 2021
- 24 Forest St104 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,681 ft² · Sold $835K · Dec 2021
- 12 Forest St # 14104 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,764 ft²
- 22 King St150 ft · 5 bd · 4 ba · 3,050 ft² · Sold $230K · Nov 1996
- 26a Forest St$997K131 ft · 3 bd · 3 ba · 1,582 ft² · Sold $1 · Nov 2009
- 10 Forest St$578K145 ft · 2 bd · 1.5 ba · 883 ft² · Sold $140K · Dec 2000
- 22 Forest St$675K150 ft · 2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,211 ft² · Sold $680K · May 2023
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- 2 Mount Pleasant St$449K1 bd · 1 ba · 764 ft² · Sold $449K · Jul 2026
- 76 Granite St$832K3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,820 ft² · Sold $800K · Jul 2026
- 4 North Rd$969K4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,818 ft² · Sold $1.8M · Jul 2026
- 38 High St$888K0.48 ac · Sold $985K · Jul 2026
- 15 Beach St$3M4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,410 ft² · Sold $3.5M · Jul 2026
- 42 Squam Hill Rd6 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,214 ft² · Sold $650K · Jul 2026
- 24r High St$455K2 bd · 1.5 ba · 837 ft² · Sold $455K · Jul 2026
- 64 High St$702K4 bd · 2 ba · 1,356 ft² · Sold $699K · Jun 2026
- 12 Frank St$750K3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,122 ft² · Sold $748K · Jun 2026
- 13 Rowe Pt$1.4M2 bd · 3.5 ba · 1,953 ft² · Sold $1.6M · Jun 2026
- 4 Middle Rd$903K2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,225 ft² · Sold $900K · Jun 2026
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