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$874,832$312 / 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

20 RIVER ST

BYFIELD, MA 01922
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,808 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.
4.2 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.
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.

Valuation

$875K
$798K low$952K 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.$634,832
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$507,866
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.27%
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.$240,000
NEWBURYPORT FIVE CENTS SAVINGS BANK · R · recorded Aug 11, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,122 (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.$821,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$437,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$384,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$894,330

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.138 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.20
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

H
Triton High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Triton Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.9 mi
E
Newbury ElementaryA+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 4.8 mi

District: Triton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01922These 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.35
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.91

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.9%
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.2,439
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.319 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$164,292
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$189,032
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.Owner occupied
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

20 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 more than 70% of homes in Essex County
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Byfield 01922
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Essex County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Byfield 01922

What homes are worth in Byfield 01922

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

This home
$559K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Byfield 01922.

How it measures up in Byfield 01922

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Byfield 01922.

Estimated value$874,832
CheaperTypical $874,459Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$312
CheaperTypical $400Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area2,808 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,304 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size4.2 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1860
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 20 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeByfield 01922Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$874,83250% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31211% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than2,808 ft²69% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.2 ac91% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than18605% of homes5% of homes

About 20 River St

How much is 20 River St, Byfield, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20 River St, Byfield, MA is $874,832 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $797,932 to $951,732. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20 River St, Byfield, MA last sell?

20 River St, Byfield, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 20 River St, Byfield, MA?

20 River St, Byfield, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,808 square feet of living space and a 4.20-acre lot.

When was 20 River St, Byfield, MA built?

20 River St, Byfield, MA was built in 1860, making it 166 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 20 River St, Byfield, MA?

20 River St, Byfield, MA is assigned to Triton High School (high), rated B-; Triton Middle School (middle), rated B-; Newbury Elementary (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Triton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 20 River St, Byfield, MA compare to other homes in Byfield 01922?

Among the 1,051 homes in Byfield 01922, it is worth more than 50% of them ($874,832 against a typical $874,459), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($312 against a typical $400), it is bigger than 69% of them (2,808 ft² against a typical 2,304 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (4.2 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1860 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 70% 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 20 River St, Byfield, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 20 River St, Byfield, MA was $6,122. The county assessed it at $821,800.

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