Raise children or downsize to this mid century contemporary ranch home nestled on a hill overlooking a scenic pond. Come enjoy the wildlife that surrounds you including two couples of swans, foxes, turtles and many birds. This home has an open concept living and dining room, a beautifully renovated kitchen and views of the pond from almost every room. The large windows bring the outdoors in and fill the home with light. Updated systems including central air conditioning, furnace and laundry. Home has a water filtration system and ADT Security. This home is in the excellent Masco school district and is in close proximity to private schools (Brooks, Phillips Academy and Pingree). Part of Hovey Pond is surrounded by conservation land. Come to enjoy the beautiful sunrises, Harvest Moons, Boating, Fishing and Ice skating. The sloping lot and driveway has a 2 car tandem garage. The home is close to Routes 93 and 495 making your commute easy. Make this your home and vacation
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
4.9 acresLot Size
$411Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Elizabeth Lopez• RE/MAX Village Properties
Bought with Sherri Melonas• Cameron Real Estate Group
Spacious mid century modern. Needs some updating but it has amazing pond views. The bedrooms are very spacious. The kitchen, roof and A/C were all recently done. The lower level is partially finished with a larger unfinished area.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.9 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,776
Year built
1971
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
1868229
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jan 27, 2023.
R-A
Residence-Agricultural District
A Residence-Agricultural District is intended as a district of single-family homes and for continuance of agricultural and accessory buildings customarily incidental for residential and agricultural uses upon one lot.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Student
Educational/school
Library
Golf related
Jul 7, 2025 • Final
Gas fitter
Gas
Jan 28, 2025 • Active
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem
Interior
Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 266
Length: 19
Width: 14
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Picture,Hot Tub / Spa,Handicap Accessible,Remodeled
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,400
Foundation Area: 9,999,999,999,999
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame, Post & Beam
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Horses Permitted, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 4.9
Lot Features: Wooded, Easements, Sloped, Steep Slope
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,737
Tax Year: 2017
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Main Street to Lakeshore
UnparsedAddress: 170 Lakeshore Rd, Boxford MA 01921
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
HorseYN: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,776
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.9 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1971
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1868229
Home facts updated by county records on Jan 27, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Spofford Pond School
Public 3-6 • Assigned • 3.5mi
7/10
Masconomet Regional Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 8.2mi
6/10
Masconomet Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.3mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Boxford, MA • 01921
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$937,000 – $1.13M
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