Stunning 4 bedroom 2.5 bath Colonial situated on a fabulous lot in Boxford is more than move in ready. The formal front rooms are currently being used as a dining room & playroom. The expansive eat in kitchen features a large island, stainless appliances, custom cabinetry & dining area. Adjacent to the kitchen are laundry & an oversized half bath. Embodying the true definition of a great room, this 24 x24 living space boasts vaulted ceilings & a gas fireplace. The 2nd floor features a front to back primary suite with walk in closet & luxurious primary bath.Two large bedrooms & family bath finish off this floor. The 3rd floor has a 4th bedroom & bonus space perfect for playroom, game room or office. The lower level with direct access to the 2-car garage has a mudroom/workout room & vast storage space. The backyard has an entertainment patio & play area. Additional features of this home include hardwood floors, generator & water filtration system. Don't miss this amazing opportunity!
Single-familyProperty Type
2016Year Built
2.34 acresLot Size
$381Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Margaret O'Sullivan• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
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Market trends in 01921, MA
Last updated July 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
105.2%
0.1% MoM
Median sale price
$1.3M
$60K MoM
Avg. days on market
21d
3 days MoM
Recently sold homes
23
7 MoM
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Rental estimate
Est. $3,342 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 261 Ipswich Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73513796
Aug 4, 2026
Sold
$1,240,000
$381/sq ft
Jun 18, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 2, 2026
Price Changed
$1,274,900
$392/sq ft
May 6, 2026
Listed
$1,295,000
$398/sq ft
MLS PIN #73210830
Jun 13, 2024
Sold
$1,200,000
$369/sq ft
Mar 15, 2024
Contingent
—
Mar 11, 2024
Listed
$1,200,000
$369/sq ft
+32
Spectacular young colonial in Boxford! Spacious 10 Room, 4 Bedroom, 2 ½ Bath Colonial located on a beautiful lot in the highly coveted Masco School District. Large kitchen w/ center island and dining area leads into a 24’ x 24’ family room with vaulted ceiling and gas fireplace. Formal living/dining room and office with French doors round out the first floor. 2nd floor features spacious primary bedroom with ensuite bath and walk-in closet along with 2 additional bedrooms and another full bathroom with double vanity and tub. 3rd floor features a 4th bedroom with an extra finished bonus room. Lower level is partially finished with large mudroom with ample closet space. Additional features include hardwood flooring throughout 1st and 2nd floor, Natural Gas, Oversized private backyard with patio and beautiful pergola. Current owner added a water filtration system and a Kohler whole home generator. Great location w/ easy access to Routes 95 & 495. An opportunity not to be missed!
MLS PIN #72066886
Jan 18, 2017
Sold
$677,500
$208/sq ft
Dec 2, 2016
Pending
—
Nov 17, 2016
Price Changed
$679,900
$209/sq ft
Nov 3, 2016
Price Changed
$689,900
$212/sq ft
Oct 27, 2016
Price Changed
$699,800
$215/sq ft
Sep 14, 2016
Listed
$699,900
$215/sq ft
+16
**THE BEST VALUE IN BOXFORD** 2016 NEW CONSTRUCTION – LOCATION - LOCATION - BOASTING ALMOST 3,800 S.F. OF LIVING AREA: Spacious 10+ Room, 4 Bedroom, 2 ½ Bath Colonial located a beautiful lot in the highly coveted Masco School District. Special Features Include: Open Concept Floor Plan / 23’ Kitchen with Center Island – Granite & Stainless / 24’ x 24’ Family Room with Vaulted Ceiling - Recessed Lighting & Gas Fireplace / Spacious Master Bedroom / Gleaming Hardwood & Tile Floors throughout / Walk-up Third Floor Bonus Room / Energy Star Rated Construction & Systems / Level Back Yard / Oversized Brick Patio / Professionally Landscaped / Natural Gas. Still time to make Color Choices & Selections. Easy Access to Routes 95 & 495, the Commuter Bus & Rail, Boston and 3 Major Airports.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,686 (+0.9%)
$360,200 + $556,400
$916,600
2022
$12,572 (+4.3%)
$301,000 + $525,000
$826,000
2021
$12,056 (+2.1%)
$273,900 + $479,100
$753,000
2020
$11,809 (+8.6%)
$273,900 + $456,400
$730,300
2018
$10,872 (+45.3%)
$260,900 + $410,200
$671,100
2017
$7,481
$248,600 + $210,100
$458,700
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.34 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,216
Year built
2016
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
4967579
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 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 1, 2025 • Final
Gas fitter
Gas
Apr 23, 2025 • Active
Mechanical / sheet metal
HVAC
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
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Directions: 95 North to Rt 97 Georgetown exit Left on Kelsey Rd , Right on Ipswich Road
UnparsedAddress: 261 Ipswich Road, Boxford MA 01921
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,216
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2016
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 4967579
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Spofford Pond School
Public 3-6 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
Masconomet Regional Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi
6/10
Masconomet Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
9/10
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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 95° 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
3 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
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.2 hrs
6.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.18M – $1.42M
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