Charming Storybook Cape. This 3 bedroom home features newer custom kitchen cabinets, Corian countertops, stainless steel appliances, gorgeous tile work and a beautifully masoned fireplace with custom crafted mantle. New England colors. First floor bedroom suite. New half bath on second floor. Healthy horticultural exterior gives color all year long. Spacious deck with beautiful views of a pond. Great starter home in the Masco school district or nice sunny home to downsize.
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$449Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Carla Tuzzo Husak• By The Sea Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Joseph Bean• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Dedham
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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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Sale history for 498 Main St
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #71483009
Jul 29, 2013
Sold
$340,000
$222/sq ft
Jun 4, 2013
Contingent
—
May 15, 2013
Price Changed
$349,900
$228/sq ft
Feb 15, 2013
Listed
$359,900
$235/sq ft
MLS PIN #70677399
Mar 7, 2008
Sold
$405,000
$264/sq ft
Jan 18, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Nov 14, 2007
Listed
$418,000
$273/sq ft
Characteristic cape with flawless renovations. Picture yourself in this 3 bedroom home with fabulous new custom kitchen cabinets, corian counter tops, stainless steel appliances, gorgeous tile work and the most charming masoned fireplace with custom crafted mantel, pottery barn New England colors. family room on first floor is also 3rd bedroom The healthy horticultural exterior surroundings give living color all year long.
MLS PIN #70405555
Aug 30, 2006
Sold
$406,000
$265/sq ft
Aug 4, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jun 13, 2006
Listed
$400,000
$261/sq ft
The renovations are complete….move right in and enjoy! This three-bedroom home includes one bedroom on the first floor, providing easy access to the spacious, new bathroom. The fantastic new kitchen features custom cabinets, Corian countertops, stainless steel appliances & corner windows. Hardwood floors throughout and a centerpiece fireplace with hand-crafted mantel are just some of the details that make this a delightful home.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,963 (+6.1%)
$263,100 + $240,000
$503,100
2022
$6,564 (+3.6%)
$219,300 + $212,000
$431,300
2021
$6,334 (+1.2%)
$199,400 + $196,200
$395,600
2020
$6,261 (+7.9%)
$199,400 + $187,800
$387,200
2019
$5,802 (+3.9%)
$189,900 + $166,500
$356,400
2018
$5,586 (+4.5%)
$189,900 + $154,900
$344,800
2017
$5,346 (+0.7%)
$180,800 + $147,000
$327,800
2016
$5,310 (+6.8%)
$180,800 + $141,800
$322,600
2015
$4,970 (+25.2%)
$180,800 + $130,000
$310,800
2014
$3,971 (+2.9%)
$165,000 + $91,700
$256,700
2013
$3,860 (−5.1%)
$165,000 + $94,400
$259,400
2012
$4,066 (+0.8%)
$175,500 + $113,100
$288,600
2011
$4,032 (+4.8%)
$181,000 + $113,100
$294,100
2010
$3,848 (−1.6%)
$194,600 + $116,500
$311,100
2009
$3,911
$216,200 + $116,400
$332,600
Tax history for 498 Main St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,963 (+6.1%)
$263,100 + $240,000
$503,100
2022
$6,564 (+3.6%)
$219,300 + $212,000
$431,300
2021
$6,334 (+1.2%)
$199,400 + $196,200
$395,600
2020
$6,261 (+7.9%)
$199,400 + $187,800
$387,200
2019
$5,802 (+3.9%)
$189,900 + $166,500
$356,400
2018
$5,586 (+4.5%)
$189,900 + $154,900
$344,800
2017
$5,346 (+0.7%)
$180,800 + $147,000
$327,800
2016
$5,310 (+6.8%)
$180,800 + $141,800
$322,600
2015
$4,970 (+25.2%)
$180,800 + $130,000
$310,800
2014
$3,971 (+2.9%)
$165,000 + $91,700
$256,700
2013
$3,860 (−5.1%)
$165,000 + $94,400
$259,400
2012
$4,066 (+0.8%)
$175,500 + $113,100
$288,600
2011
$4,032 (+4.8%)
$181,000 + $113,100
$294,100
2010
$3,848 (−1.6%)
$194,600 + $116,500
$311,100
2009
$3,911
$216,200 + $116,400
$332,600
*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
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,297
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
1868529
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
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 176
Length: 11
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Living Room Information
Area: 252
Length: 21
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room Information
Area: 88
Length: 8
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen Information
Area: 70
Length: 7
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,533
Foundation Area: 900
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Grey
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch, Storage
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Has Waterview
Pond
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,066
Tax Year: 2012
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Inspection Required for Sale, Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Ipswich Rd West right onto Main Street.
UnparsedAddress: 498 Main Street, Boxford MA 01921
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,297
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1868529
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Spofford Pond School
Public 3-6 • Assigned • 2.0mi
7/10
Masconomet Regional Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 6.5mi
6/10
Masconomet Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.6mi
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
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
$655,000 – $792,000
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