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$705,879$646 / 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 $540,000 on Feb 22, 2021

28 FOREST ST

ROCKPORT, MA 01966
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,092 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.
3,790 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$706K
$663K low$749K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$540,000 · Feb 22, 2021
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.$330,655
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$264,524
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.47%
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.$375,224
PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES LLC · R · recorded Aug 20, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,120 (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.$584,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$324,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$260,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$569,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$720,100

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.Ranch
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.1999
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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
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.

E
Rockport Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.0 mi
M
Rockport Middle High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 1.0 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

28 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 less than 74% of homes in Rockport 01966
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Essex County
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Essex County

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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$373K$3.1M

This home is worth more than 26% 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$705,879
CheaperTypical $885,082Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$646
CheaperTypical $588Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,596 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size3,790 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 28 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockport 01966Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$705,87926% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$64662% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²22% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,790 ft²12% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than196861% of homes61% of homes

About 28 Forest St

How much is 28 Forest St, Rockport, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 28 Forest St, Rockport, MA is $705,879 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $662,913 to $748,845. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 28 Forest St, Rockport, MA last sell?

28 Forest St, Rockport, MA last sold on Feb 22, 2021 for $540,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 28 Forest St, Rockport, MA?

28 Forest St, Rockport, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 28 Forest St, Rockport, MA built?

28 Forest St, Rockport, MA was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 28 Forest St, Rockport, MA?

28 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 28 Forest St, Rockport, MA compare to other homes in Rockport 01966?

Among the 3,498 homes in Rockport 01966, it is worth more than 26% of them ($705,879 against a typical $885,082), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($646 against a typical $588), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,596 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (3,790 ft² against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1968 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 51% 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 28 Forest St, Rockport, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 28 Forest St, Rockport, MA was $5,120. The county assessed it at $584,500.

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