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Off Market Sep 2023 for $943K

$1,062,011

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,448/mo

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2,284

sq ft

15 Labor In Vain Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938

About this home

This is just what you've been waiting for! This spacious and light-filled Cape Cod home is situated on just over an acre in a bucolic setting with mature trees and lovely rock gardens. The first floor boosts an open floor plan with a front-to-back living room with a gas fireplace, a kitchen with a peninsula that separates the dining room. There's also a full bathroom and a sun porch that leads to a large composite deck. The second floor has been expanded to include 3 full bedrooms and another full bath with a soaking tub overlooking the yard and a separate tiled shower. The lower level features a finished family room, laundry with a laundry sink and an extra toilet! Oak floors throughout! There's also a 20' x 10' Reeds Ferry shed for all your toys! Many recent updates throughout! Bordering conservation land and convenient to downtown and to the Ipswich River!

Single-familyProperty Type

1962Year Built

1.02 acresLot Size

$465Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

6 spacesParking

Listed by Mark Vadala • Vadala Real Estate

Bought with Sandy Lezon • J. Barrett & Company

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73152347

Redfin Estimate

$1,062,011

$119K since sold in September 2023$42K since August

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This home's estimate is 20% higher than the average sale price ($885K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$1,065,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,586 sq ft
12 Merrifields St, Rowley, MA 01969
SOLD AUG 26, 2026
$850,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,470 sq ft
5 Dix Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD FEB 24, 2026
$835,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,554 sq ft
60 Lakemans Ln, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD APR 29, 2026
$857,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,376 sq ft
133 Topsfield Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD DEC 3, 2025
$950,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths1,835 sq ft
6 Island Park Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$754,900
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,834 sq ft
231 Haverhill St, Rowley, MA 01969

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Market trends in 01938, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

104.9%

1.5% MoM

Median sale price

$870K

$12K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

1 days MoM

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Unknown
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OPEN SUN, 11AM TO 12:30PM
$589,900
2 beds1.5 baths1,624 sq ft
17 Fairview Ave, Ipswich, MA 01938
OPEN SUN, 2:30PM TO 4PM
$1,349,000
3 beds3 baths2,480 sq ft
12 Capeview Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
$429,000
2 beds1 bath1,117 sq ft
4 Farragut Rd #2, Ipswich, MA 01938
OPEN SUN, 11AM TO 12:30PM
$895,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,091 sq ft
51 Topsfield Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
$1,200,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,615 sq ft
140 High St, Ipswich, MA 01938
OPEN SUN, 11AM TO 1PM
$1,295,000
4 beds2.5 baths3,409 sq ft
75 Boxford Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
$1,250,000
2 beds2 baths1,038 sq ft
34 Eagle Hill Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
$3,299,900
7 beds7 baths7,890 sq ft
28 Pineswamp Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
$595,000
2 beds2 baths1,152 sq ft
13 Estes St, Ipswich, MA 01938
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Sale history for 15 Labor In Vain Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73152347

Sep 27, 2023

Sold

$943,475

$413/sq ft

Aug 29, 2023

Contingent

—

Aug 24, 2023

Listed

$899,900

$394/sq ft

MLS PIN #71660839

Oct 24, 2014

Sold

$460,000

$201/sq ft

Sep 30, 2014

Contingent

—

Aug 13, 2014

Price Changed

$475,000

$208/sq ft

Apr 14, 2014

Listed

$495,000

$217/sq ft

+24

FILLED WITH AIR and LIGHT, Unique IN-TOWN PRIVATE HOME AND YARD, with STONE WALLS, 1 acre, great gardens and pristine easy to maintain home. Large windows, open floor plan, sliding door to deck with south/southeastern exposure and perennial gardens; direct abutter with Essex County Greenbelt preserves privacy, short jaunt down the street to Nichols Field another Greenbelt property with Ipswich River vistas & pedestrian access. 10 minutes to Crane Beach. Centrally located just over the Green Street Bridge from downtown. First floor boosts a very open Living room, Kitchen, Dining room and Sun Porch combination complimented by a full bathroom. Gas fireplace is the focal point of the expansive Living room. Second floor has two spacious bedrooms and there is a spacious well appointed play room/family room in the lower level. SUN ROOM for all seasons, big sliding doors for cross ventilation and separate heat zone to enjoy the changing seasons......works for many lifestyles....call today

MLS PIN #30147580

Jun 17, 1997

Sold

$232,000

$102/sq ft

Apr 22, 1997

Listing Removed

—

Feb 13, 1997

Listed

$234,900

$103/sq ft

MLS PIN #12010095

Mar 31, 1994

Sold

$141,000

$62/sq ft

Feb 2, 1994

Listing Removed

—

Jan 28, 1994

Listed

$135,000

$59/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$9,219 (+2.8%)

$523,000 + $237,000

$760,000

2021

$8,968 (+3.0%)

$479,500 + $198,900

$678,400

2020

$8,708 (+0.7%)

$431,500 + $189,600

$621,100

2019

$8,650 (+3.1%)

$431,500 + $182,400

$613,900

2018

$8,392 (+3.7%)

$414,100 + $175,200

$589,300

2017

$8,090 (+4.3%)

$414,100 + $156,000

$570,100

2016

$7,758 (+5.4%)

$392,300 + $130,100

$522,400

2015

$7,360 (+2.3%)

$392,300 + $152,500

$544,800

2014

$7,198 (+7.3%)

$392,300 + $143,700

$536,000

2013

$6,711 (+6.6%)

$366,200 + $138,400

$504,600

2012

$6,298 (+6.4%)

$357,500 + $135,700

$493,200

2011

$5,918 (+13.3%)

$357,500 + $135,700

$493,200

2010

$5,224 (−7.5%)

$316,100 + $136,600

$452,700

2009

$5,648

$401,100 + $145,100

$546,200

Tax history for 15 Labor In Vain Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$9,219 (+2.8%)

$523,000 + $237,000

$760,000

2021

$8,968 (+3.0%)

$479,500 + $198,900

$678,400

2020

$8,708 (+0.7%)

$431,500 + $189,600

$621,100

2019

$8,650 (+3.1%)

$431,500 + $182,400

$613,900

2018

$8,392 (+3.7%)

$414,100 + $175,200

$589,300

2017

$8,090 (+4.3%)

$414,100 + $156,000

$570,100

2016

$7,758 (+5.4%)

$392,300 + $130,100

$522,400

2015

$7,360 (+2.3%)

$392,300 + $152,500

$544,800

2014

$7,198 (+7.3%)

$392,300 + $143,700

$536,000

2013

$6,711 (+6.6%)

$366,200 + $138,400

$504,600

2012

$6,298 (+6.4%)

$357,500 + $135,700

$493,200

2011

$5,918 (+13.3%)

$357,500 + $135,700

$493,200

2010

$5,224 (−7.5%)

$316,100 + $136,600

$452,700

2009

$5,648

$401,100 + $145,100

$546,200

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.02 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,926

Year built

1962

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

1956771

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: Off Street, Unpaved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 366.29
Length: 24.83
Width: 14.75
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Closet - Double,Window Seat

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 172.9
Length: 16.08
Width: 10.75
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 86.94
Length: 9.75
Width: 8.92
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Main Level Bathrooms: 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 40
Length: 8
Width: 5
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 71.69
Length: 9.67
Width: 7.42
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting,Soaking Tub

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - 1/4

Living Room Information
Area: 416.42
Length: 27.92
Width: 14.92
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Area: 349.88
Length: 25.92
Width: 13.5
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Lighting - Sconce

Dining Room Information
Area: 184.51
Length: 13.58
Width: 13.58
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Deck - Exterior,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Pendant

Kitchen Information
Area: 164.68
Length: 13.92
Width: 11.83
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Gas Stove,Peninsula

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Dining Area, Cable Hookup, Slider, Lighting - Sconce, Sun Room, Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,284
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: Yellow

Exterior Features
Fencing: Invisible
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Exterior, Porch, Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Storage, Screens, Garden, Invisible Fence

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.02
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Dead End

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,295
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Take Main St to Poplar St to Turkey Shore Rd to Labor in Vain Rd. Property is located on the right.
UnparsedAddress: 15 Labor In Vain Road, Ipswich MA 01938

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,926
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.02 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1956771

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Some nearby schools may not be within this home's attendance zone. Please check the Ipswich School District website to verify.

Winthrop School

Public PreK-5 • 0.7mi

6/10

Ipswich Middle School

Public 6-8 • 1.5mi

8/10

Ipswich High School

Public 9-12 • 1.4mi

8/10

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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

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 91° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

70% 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

Ipswich, MA • 01938

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9 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

$1.01M – $1.22M

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Home values near 15 Labor In Vain Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
2 Labor in Vain Rd, Ipswich, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3658 Sq. Ft.	$1,636,492
11 Labor in Vain Rd, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1295 Sq. Ft.	$744,582

Address	Redfin Estimate
14 Labor in Vain Rd, Ipswich, MA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1792 Sq. Ft.	$1,109,829
5 Labor in Vain Rd, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1516 Sq. Ft.	$810,564

Address	Redfin Estimate
22 Labor in Vain Rd, Ipswich, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3878 Sq. Ft.	$1,715,404
30 Labor In Vain, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 5255 Sq. Ft.	$2,536,378

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