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Off Market Aug 2024 for $725K

$769,424

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,067/mo

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1,746

sq ft

21 River Rd, Haverhill, MA 01830

About this home

Waterfront! - Here is your chance to own a piece of history on the Merrimack River! Built circa 1760, the Deacon Phineas Nichols House is part of the Rocks Village Historic District and offers a sweeping back lawn leading to 160' of river frontage with private mooring and the ability to add a dock. Entering through the back porch, you are instantly immersed in nature and can feel the deep history of the home. On the first floor you will find a large entry way with wood stove, living room with a big picture window perfect for plant lovers, gourmet kitchen, dining room and half bath with washer and dryer. The second floor boasts 3 bedrooms, full bath with soaking tub, and large walk in closet. With many improvements over the last 19 years and vast outdoor space, this property is one of a kind!

Single-familyProperty Type

1760Year Built

0.85 acresLot Size

$441Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

6 spacesParking

Listed by Lauren Mears • Churchill Properties

Bought with Sandra Berkenbush • Stone Ridge Properties, Inc.

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•Source:MLS PIN #73258197

Redfin Estimate

$769,424

$44K since sold in August 2024$9,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 30.4% higher than the average sale price ($590K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$602,000
A
2 beds1 bath1,677 sq ft
021 Prospect St, West Newbury, MA 01985
SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$685,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths1,510 sq ft
25 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860
SOLD OCT 28, 2025
$662,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,652 sq ft
53 Old Amesbury Line Rd, Haverhill, MA 01830
SOLD DEC 24, 2025
$631,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,390 sq ft
2 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$460,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,481 sq ft
55 Main St, West Newbury, MA 01985
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$500,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,674 sq ft
8 Newton Rd, Plaistow, NH 03865

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Market trends in 01830, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.0%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$525K

$15K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

0 days MoM

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Sale history for 21 River Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73258197

Aug 29, 2024

Sold

$725,000

$415/sq ft

Jul 21, 2024

Contingent

—

Jun 27, 2024

Listed

$739,900

$424/sq ft

MLS PIN #70159129

Jun 6, 2005

Sold

$640,000

$367/sq ft

Apr 21, 2005

Listing Removed

—

Mar 16, 2005

Listed

$650,000

$372/sq ft

The Deacon Phineas Nichols House, c.1760, located in Historic Rocks Village, on the Merrimack River, has wonderful period features with modern amenities. Including five fireplaces, raised paneling, wide pine floors, gourmet kitchen, new bath with walk in 5' shower, soaking tub and adjoining dressing room, and a new roof. The 25' enclosed back porch overlooks the sweeping back lawn leading to the 160' of frontage and private mooring.

MLS PIN #30606794

Sep 26, 2002

Sold

$405,000

$232/sq ft

Aug 28, 2002

Listing Removed

—

May 14, 2002

Listed

$439,000

$251/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$6,046 (−6.3%)

$289,400 + $252,800

$542,200

2022

$6,453 (−5.4%)

$289,400 + $217,900

$507,300

2021

$6,818 (−1.2%)

$289,400 + $217,900

$507,300

2020

$6,899 (+3.4%)

$289,400 + $217,900

$507,300

2019

$6,674 (+0.4%)

$260,500 + $217,900

$478,400

2018

$6,645 (−1.5%)

$248,100 + $217,900

$466,000

2017

$6,747 (+0.8%)

$248,100 + $202,000

$450,100

2016

$6,694

$237,800 + $198,000

$435,800

2015

$6,690 (+11.6%)

$237,800 + $198,000

$435,800

2014

$5,992 (+0.7%)

$196,400 + $176,000

$372,400

2013

$5,953 (+2.3%)

$196,400 + $184,000

$380,400

2012

$5,821 (−0.6%)

$196,400 + $198,000

$394,400

2011

$5,859

$206,700 + $213,900

$420,600

2010

$5,859 (+4.9%)

$206,700 + $213,900

$420,600

2009

$5,585

$248,100 + $239,700

$487,800

Tax history for 21 River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$6,046 (−6.3%)

$289,400 + $252,800

$542,200

2022

$6,453 (−5.4%)

$289,400 + $217,900

$507,300

2021

$6,818 (−1.2%)

$289,400 + $217,900

$507,300

2020

$6,899 (+3.4%)

$289,400 + $217,900

$507,300

2019

$6,674 (+0.4%)

$260,500 + $217,900

$478,400

2018

$6,645 (−1.5%)

$248,100 + $217,900

$466,000

2017

$6,747 (+0.8%)

$248,100 + $202,000

$450,100

2016

$6,694

$237,800 + $198,000

$435,800

2015

$6,690 (+11.6%)

$237,800 + $198,000

$435,800

2014

$5,992 (+0.7%)

$196,400 + $176,000

$372,400

2013

$5,953 (+2.3%)

$196,400 + $184,000

$380,400

2012

$5,821 (−0.6%)

$196,400 + $198,000

$394,400

2011

$5,859

$206,700 + $213,900

$420,600

2010

$5,859 (+4.9%)

$206,700 + $213,900

$420,600

2009

$5,585

$248,100 + $239,700

$487,800

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.85 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,746

Year built

1740

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

1925502

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 175.4
Length: 14.42
Width: 12.17
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 192.62
Length: 11.17
Width: 17.25
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 30.14
Length: 5.83
Width: 5.17
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dryer Hookup - Gas,Washer Hookup

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 10,706.5
Length: 1,311
Width: 8.17
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Soaking Tub

Living Room Information
Area: 204.11
Length: 13.92
Width: 14.67
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture

Family Room Information
Area: 193.67
Length: 13.83
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Picture

Dining Room Information
Area: 301.39
Length: 11.67
Width: 25.83
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood

Kitchen Information
Area: 164.67
Length: 12.67
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Partial, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 5
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Storm Window(s), Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Marble, Stone / Slate

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,746
Foundation Area: 756
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Certified Historic
Color: mustard

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Storage, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden, Stone Wall

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Has Waterview
Dock/Mooring, River

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.85
Lot Features: Cleared, Gentle Sloping
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,528
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Wood

Location

Location Information
Directions: Rt 110, East Main St, left onto River Road
UnparsedAddress: 21 River Rd, Haverhill MA 01830

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Marina, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,746
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.85 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1740
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1925502

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Golden Hill Elementary School

Public K-4 • Assigned • 3.9mi

6/10

Nettle Middle School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi

4/10

Haverhill High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

6/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 69-77% chance 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

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Haverhill, MA • 01830

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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.

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Estimated sale price

$731,000 – $885,000

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Home values near 21 River Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
2 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1390 Sq. Ft.	$666,128
18 River Rd, Haverhill, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2343 Sq. Ft.	$625,204

Address	Redfin Estimate
36 River Rd, Haverhill, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1742 Sq. Ft.	$757,775
12 River Rd, Haverhill, MA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1400 Sq. Ft.	$461,101

Address	Redfin Estimate
28 River Rd, Haverhill, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2394 Sq. Ft.	$778,467
7 River Rd, Haverhill, MA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1562 Sq. Ft.	$577,543

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