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Massachusetts real estate · Essex County

Ipswich, Massachusetts Real Estate

Homes, values and local insight for Ipswich, Essex County, Massachusetts. Typical home value $852,000.

Reviewed and updated October 3, 2026 by Ryan and Megan Winslow, Winslow Homes

Ryan and Megan Winslow Broker Owners3,000+ homes soldSince 2009 REALTOR®4 states broker in FL, MA, CT, RIU.S. Army RetiredBest of Central MA winners
$852,000Typical home value
+1.9%Home values, past year
14,110Residents (2024)
$124,000Median household income
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About

Living in Ipswich

Ipswich is a town in Essex County, Massachusetts, home to about 14,110 people across 32.1 square miles of land. The median household income is $124,000 and 73% of households own their home. The median home was built in 1965.

Nearby you will find Rowley, Hamilton, Essex. Ryan and Megan help buyers compare Ipswich with these towns on price, commute and lifestyle.

Homes in Ipswich, Massachusetts
Market data

Ipswich by the numbers

The typical home in Ipswich is worth $852,000, 18% above the Essex County typical value of $723,000 and 29% above the Massachusetts typical value of $662,000.

Typical home value

$852,000

Zillow Home Value Index for Ipswich, August 2026. The middle of the market for single family homes and condos.

5 year change

+26.5%

Home values in Ipswich moved +26.5% over five years and +83.6% over ten.

Median rent

$1,525/mo

Median gross rent in Ipswich. Useful for investors running rental numbers.

Homeownership

73%

Share of occupied homes in Ipswich lived in by the owner.

Median year built

1965

Older homes often need inspection focus on roof, systems and windows.

Household income

$124,000

Median household income in Ipswich.

Mortgage planning for a home in Ipswich
Financing

Buying in Ipswich with the right loan

Ryan and Megan are mortgage bankers with The Federal Savings Bank, lending in all 50 states. You get the home and the loan from one team. On a typical Ipswich home of $852,000:

  • FHA, 3.5% down: $29,821 down, loan of $822,000
  • Conventional, 5% down: $42,601 down, loan of $809,000
  • Conventional, 20% down: $170,000 down, loan of $682,000
  • VA, 0% down for eligible veterans, loan of $852,000
Selling

What is your Ipswich home worth?

Ryan and Megan price Ipswich homes from recent sales, not guesses. Send your address and you get a free market analysis, with no obligation.

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Nearby

Towns near Ipswich

Essex County

More in Essex County

See the full Essex County real estate guide or the Massachusetts real estate guide.

FAQ

Common questions

What is the typical home value in Ipswich, MA?

The Zillow Home Value Index for Ipswich was $852,000 in August 2026, +1.9% over the past year.

What county is Ipswich in?

Ipswich is in Essex County, Massachusetts.

How many people live in Ipswich?

About 14,110 people as of the 2024 Census Bureau estimate, up from 13,785 in 2020.

Who are the best real estate agents in Ipswich?

Ryan and Megan Winslow of Winslow Homes have sold over 3,000 homes since 2009 and are licensed in Florida, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island. Call or text 386-690-5858.

How do I get pre-approved to buy in Ipswich?

Apply at www.winslowloan.com. Ryan and Megan are mortgage bankers with The Federal Savings Bank and lend in all 50 states, including FHA, VA and conventional loans.

Do most people in Ipswich own or rent?

73% of occupied homes in Ipswich are owner occupied, based on the 2019 to 2023 American Community Survey.

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Ready to move in Ipswich?

17 years, over 3,000 homes sold, and one team for the home and the loan. Call or text 386-690-5858.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau 2024 population estimates and 2019 to 2023 American Community Survey; Zillow Home Value Index, August 2026. Numbers update as new data is released. Talk to Ryan and Megan for current sold prices on your street.

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Ipswich home values by ZIP code

The typical home in Ipswich is worth $852,293 as of August 2026 in ZIP code 01938. Values moved +1.9% over the last 12 months at the middle ZIP code.

ZIPTypical value12 months5 yearsMedian sale, Mar to May 2026Days on market
01938$852,293+1.9%+26.4%

Sources: Zillow Home Value Index through August 2026 and the Redfin Data Center ZIP code tracker, March to May 2026. Ask Ryan and Megan for a value for your own home.