Charming 2710 sq ft West Boxford Country Cape! Offers 3BR/3BA on 2 acres of gently sloping, partially wooded USDA Farm lot nicely set back off Ipswich Rd. Oversized private 1st floor Main BR wing features a walk-in closet, a beautifully updated en-suite full bath, and separate 20 x 8' sitting room. A bright country kitchen with a fireplace and breakfast bar adjacent to both the family room and the dining room with built-in china cabinets, large front to back living room with a second wood burning fireplace, beautiful sunroom and a 2nd full bath complete the 1st floor. Upstairs find 2 BR plus the 3rd full bath. Hardwood flooring throughout, oversized picture windows and a combination of wall units and Minisplit AC for cooling. Additional flexible living space is found in the partially finished basement with a wood stove. Outside living on multiple decks, custom chicken coop and cleared space for crops, garden beds or simply enjoying the quiet of nature. Oversize garage and walk/drive-in basement for your workshop, storage and outdoor equipment plus plenty of off-street parking. New electrical service, lighting, plumbing, appliances, refinished hardwood flooring, exterior cedar siding and paint, and brick driveway entry columns. All of this is found in the desirable Masco school district. This home is perfect for all!
Second-floor bedroom with hardwood floors and closet
Second-floor bedroom with hardwood floors and closet
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms
Master bathroom present
First-floor full bathroom with tiled tub/shower and stone/ceramic tile floors
Second-floor full bathroom with tiled tub/shower and stone/ceramic tile floors
First-floor 3/4 bathroom with stone/ceramic tile floors
Kitchen
Country-style kitchen with pantry, dining area and peninsula
Stone/ceramic tile flooring
Overhead lighting
Appliances included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Water Heater
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer present
Washer hookup and electric dryer hookup in basement
Flooring
Hardwood flooring in living, family and bedrooms
Wall-to-wall carpet where noted
Tile and stone/ceramic tile floors in kitchen and bathrooms
Heating & cooling
Oil-fired baseboard heating
Ductless cooling and wall units
Has heating and has cooling
Exterior features
Decks and porches including wood and composite decks
Enclosed and screened porch
Rain gutters
Stone wall
Property suitable for horses
Wooded and cleared areas
Gentle sloping terrain
Farm-friendly features
Lake/pond on property and beach access within 1–2 miles
Public road frontage (312 feet)
Home design
Single-family residence
White exterior
Shingle roof
Above-grade and below-grade finished living areas (finished lower level)
Entry level includes main/first level living spaces
Parking
Attached garage with 2 garage spaces
Garage includes storage, workshop and garage door opener
Covered parking for 2 vehicles
Additional paved off-street parking for about 6 vehicles (total 8 spaces)
Paved driveway
Construction
Frame construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Year built recorded from public records (unknown/mixed)
Utilities
Private water and private sewer
220-volt electric service with 200+ amp panel
Generator connection
Utilities set for electric range, electric oven and electric dryer
HOA & community
Not a senior community
Community amenities nearby include shopping, tennis courts, walk/jog trails, stables, golf, bike paths, conservation areas, highway access and schools (public and private)
Other
Property listed as active
Honeysuckle vine (or a portion) will be taken by the seller
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Opportunity awaits! Desirable Boxford is in reach, great schools and a nature lover’s location! Come see this 2710 sq. ft. Expanded 3BR/3BA Cape, setback from Ipswich Rd. on a private 2.01 acre gently sloping wooded lot. Main BR suite is on the 1st floor with walk-in closet, full BA plus high ceiling Sitting Room. Cute Country Kitchen with adjacent Family, Dining Rooms with built-in China cabinet, plus a large Living Room with wood burning fireplace and 2nd full BA. The 2nd floor offers two BRs plus third full BA! Hardwood flooring throughout, multiple oversize picture windows, Minisplit and wall AC units for cooling. Find additional living spaces both in the 3-season Sunroom and partially finished basement with wood stove. Outside living spaces on multiple decks! Large garage with storage, huge walk/drive-in basement with more space for all your toys, workshop, or equipment and plenty of off-street parking. Lots of potential awaits. Add finishing touches or simply move right in!
MLS PIN #71178675
Jul 1, 2011
Sold
$417,500
$154/sq ft
May 8, 2011
Contingent
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Mar 9, 2011
Price Changed
$429,900
$159/sq ft
Jan 14, 2011
Listed
$439,900
$162/sq ft
Picturesque sprawling cape. Large living room with fireplace.. Country kitchen has gas fireplace and slider to 3 season porch. First floor master with private bath and walk-in closet. Two large bedrooms and bath on second floor. There is a finished lower level (664 sq. ft.) along with lots of storage areas. Hardwood floors in most rooms. 5 built in air conditioners( two are Sanyo) Attached garage. Home has many recent improvements.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,244 (+2.8%)
$357,300 + $310,600
$667,900
2022
$8,993 (+1.3%)
$298,100 + $292,800
$590,900
2021
$8,881 (+2.6%)
$271,000 + $283,700
$554,700
2020
$8,653 (+7.4%)
$271,000 + $264,100
$535,100
2018
$8,056 (+5.5%)
$258,000 + $239,300
$497,300
2017
$7,635 (+6.0%)
$245,800 + $222,300
$468,100
2016
$7,206 (+5.6%)
$245,800 + $192,000
$437,800
2015
$6,825 (+7.4%)
$245,800 + $181,000
$426,800
2014
$6,355 (+4.0%)
$245,800 + $165,000
$410,800
2013
$6,113 (+2.1%)
$245,800 + $165,000
$410,800
2012
$5,985 (−7.1%)
$261,500 + $163,300
$424,800
2011
$6,440
$269,300 + $200,400
$469,700
2010
$6,444 (+3.6%)
$289,300 + $231,600
$520,900
2009
$6,223
$321,600 + $207,600
$529,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.01 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,264
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,264
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
1868511
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
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
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.7 hrs
5 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 536 Ipswich Rd
$884,750
$15K under list price of $900K
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