OFF MARKET

Off Market Aug 2017 for $610K

$1,004,227

•

2,505

sq ft

279 Main St, Boxford, MA 01921

About this home

Custom 4BR, 2.5BA Colonial on a private 5+ acre lot with central air, new septic system and updated heating system! Built in 1989 by the current owner with 2 x 6 construction and a floor plan that offers traditional and contemporary features. Bright and immaculate, this home has been well maintained and updated. Large eat-in kitchen has custom cherry cabinets, Corian counter tops and a window seat overlooking the lovely perennial gardens. Cozy fireplaced family room with vaulted ceiling and slider to the rear deck and patio. Large living room and elegant dining room with large bay window and beautiful architectural details is perfect for entertaining family and friends! Convenient 1st floor laundry room and half bath.The 2nd floor has an oversized master suite with a sitting area, 3 additional bedrooms and full bathroom. Partially finished basement with fireplace offers potential for expansion. Heated 2 car garage, beautiful level yard and a wonderful place to call your new home!

Single-familyProperty Type

1989Year Built

5.26 acresLot Size

$401Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Cathy Johnson • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Andover

Bought with Willis and Smith Group • Keller Williams Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72167671

Redfin Estimate

$1,004,227

$394K since sold in August 2017$3,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 3.3% lower than the average sale price ($1.04M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$1,025,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,302 sq ft
82 Spofford Rd, Boxford, MA 01921
SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$950,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,400 sq ft
9 Andersen Dr, Boxford, MA 01921
SOLD JUL 20, 2026
$1,175,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,542 sq ft
33 Coventry Ln, North Andover, MA 01845
SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$1,115,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths3,216 sq ft
12 Inverness Cir, Boxford, MA 01921
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$944,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,327 sq ft
193 Lacy St, North Andover, MA 01845
SOLD APR 24, 2026
$1,025,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,844 sq ft
252 Ipswich Rd, Boxford, MA 01921

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$558,458

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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

7 MoM

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Sale history for 279 Main St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$10,723 (+2.1%)

$386,200 + $388,600

$774,800

2022

$10,506 (+4.3%)

$327,000 + $363,300

$690,300

2021

$10,072 (+2.0%)

$299,900 + $329,200

$629,100

2020

$9,875 (+6.6%)

$299,900 + $310,800

$610,700

2018

$9,260 (+0.8%)

$286,900 + $284,700

$571,600

2017

$9,187 (+2.8%)

$273,400 + $289,900

$563,300

2016

$8,939 (+5.4%)

$273,400 + $269,700

$543,100

2015

$8,478 (+8.1%)

$273,400 + $256,800

$530,200

2014

$7,846 (+3.8%)

$273,400 + $233,800

$507,200

2013

$7,562 (+1.4%)

$273,400 + $234,800

$508,200

2012

$7,455 (+1.3%)

$289,100 + $240,000

$529,100

2011

$7,361 (+3.4%)

$296,900 + $240,000

$536,900

2010

$7,118 (−0.5%)

$318,500 + $256,900

$575,400

2009

$7,151

$354,100 + $254,000

$608,100

Tax history for 279 Main St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$10,723 (+2.1%)

$386,200 + $388,600

$774,800

2022

$10,506 (+4.3%)

$327,000 + $363,300

$690,300

2021

$10,072 (+2.0%)

$299,900 + $329,200

$629,100

2020

$9,875 (+6.6%)

$299,900 + $310,800

$610,700

2018

$9,260 (+0.8%)

$286,900 + $284,700

$571,600

2017

$9,187 (+2.8%)

$273,400 + $289,900

$563,300

2016

$8,939 (+5.4%)

$273,400 + $269,700

$543,100

2015

$8,478 (+8.1%)

$273,400 + $256,800

$530,200

2014

$7,846 (+3.8%)

$273,400 + $233,800

$507,200

2013

$7,562 (+1.4%)

$273,400 + $234,800

$508,200

2012

$7,455 (+1.3%)

$289,100 + $240,000

$529,100

2011

$7,361 (+3.4%)

$296,900 + $240,000

$536,900

2010

$7,118 (−0.5%)

$318,500 + $256,900

$575,400

2009

$7,151

$354,100 + $254,000

$608,100

*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

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5.26 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,456

Year built

1989

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

1869463

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

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 8
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 272
Length: 17
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Double Vanity

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 143
Length: 11
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 150
Length: 15
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 120
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 21
Length: 7
Width: 3
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 63
Length: 9
Width: 7
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 70
Length: 10
Width: 7
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Double Vanity

Living Room Information
Area: 315
Length: 21
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Area: 280
Length: 20
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Balcony / Deck,Recessed Lighting,Slider

Dining Room Information
Area: 195
Length: 15
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Kitchen Information
Area: 300
Length: 20
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 11X7
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, First Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
Interior Features: Exercise Room, Central Vacuum

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,505
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Blue
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Garden

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 5.26
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,187
Tax Year: 2017

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: The driveway for #279 Main is next to the entrance to Spring Tide Farm.
UnparsedAddress: 279 Main Street, Boxford MA 01921

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, House of Worship

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,456
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1869463

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
Exclusions: See Exclusion List At The Home.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Spofford Pond School

Public 3-6 • Assigned • 1.7mi

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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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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 96° 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

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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Nov

Dec

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

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$955,000 – $1.16M

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Home values near 279 Main St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
253 Main St, Boxford, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1512 Sq. Ft.	$756,187
289 Main St, Boxford, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2305 Sq. Ft.	$852,388

Address	Redfin Estimate
249 Main St, Boxford, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2758 Sq. Ft.	$923,408
290 Main St, Boxford, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2442 Sq. Ft.	$1,016,260

Address	Redfin Estimate
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