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Off Market Aug 2014 for $470K

$927,458

•

1,486

sq ft

17 Spring St, Ipswich, MA 01938

About this home

Amazing location describes this beautifully renovated home that Arthur Dow lived in as a child! Extensive renovations include gutted kitchen/baths; w/ high quality American made wood cabinets, high quality SS GE appliances, new wood, tile & marble flooring on throughout home, new windows, doors, roofing & siding, and all new wiring. Tiled mudroom entrance w/ laundry room. Perfect single level living home or family retreat. Sunny family room takes full advantage of surrounding privacy and gardens which opens onto hardscape patio & yard. Open concept living w/ kitchen/dining/living rooms all open to each other; perfect for entertaining. Large 700sq' barn w/ new windows, siding, subfloor & roof would make great art studio, craftsman shop or additional living space. Town Sewer, natural gas in street & easy access to downtown Ipswich for train into Boston, schools, library & award winning restaurants. Pond & Park at top of Spring St. Call Ipswich home in time to enjoy Crane Beach.

Single-familyProperty Type

1870Year Built

0.26 acresLot Size

$624Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

5 spacesParking

Listed by Sonia Johnson • Windhill Realty, LLC

Bought with Gimmie Sue Valacer • J. Barrett & Company

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #71714434

Redfin Estimate

$927,458

$457K since sold in August 2014$102K since August

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This home's estimate is 18% higher than the average sale price ($786K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$725,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,310 sq ft
3 Argilla Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$775,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,751 sq ft
1 River Ct, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$770,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,662 sq ft
21 Brownville Ave, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$660,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,680 sq ft
12 Hodgkins Dr, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD NOV 6, 2025
$660,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,584 sq ft
18 Lafayette Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD APR 3, 2026
$1,125,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,825 sq ft
7 Woods Ln, Ipswich, MA 01938

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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

106.7%

+0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$881K

$12K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

New listings for sale

$985,000
4 beds3.5 baths3,332 sq ft
4 Chestnut St, Ipswich, MA 01938
$1,200,000
3 beds3.5 baths3,346 sq ft
53 The Fairways, Ipswich, MA 01938
EARLY ACCESS
$889,000
3 beds2 baths1,568 sq ft
45 Town Farm Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
OPEN SUN, 11AM TO 12:30PM
$875,000
3 beds3.5 baths2,651 sq ft
6 Essex Rd #8, Ipswich, MA 01938
$354,000
3 beds1 bath857 sq ft
3 Soffron Ln #1, Ipswich, MA 01938
$739,000
2 beds1.5 baths1,842 sq ft
135 Linebrook Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
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Sale history for 17 Spring St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$5,891 (+1.5%)

$237,100 + $257,900

$495,000

2021

$5,804 (−5.5%)

$225,300 + $213,700

$439,000

2020

$6,141 (+3.3%)

$230,400 + $207,600

$438,000

2019

$5,946 (+5.4%)

$223,600 + $198,400

$422,000

2018

$5,640 (+2.5%)

$211,700 + $184,400

$396,100

2017

$5,501 (+7.1%)

$203,300 + $184,400

$387,700

2016

$5,137 (+12.1%)

$182,900 + $163,000

$345,900

2015

$4,583 (+24.0%)

$176,200 + $163,000

$339,200

2014

$3,696 (−0.6%)

$169,400 + $105,800

$275,200

2013

$3,717 (+1.4%)

$169,400 + $110,100

$279,500

2012

$3,664 (+5.0%)

$177,800 + $109,100

$286,900

2011

$3,490 (+2.4%)

$176,200 + $114,600

$290,800

2010

$3,407 (−0.3%)

$179,500 + $115,700

$295,200

2009

$3,416

$201,600 + $128,800

$330,400

Tax history for 17 Spring St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$5,891 (+1.5%)

$237,100 + $257,900

$495,000

2021

$5,804 (−5.5%)

$225,300 + $213,700

$439,000

2020

$6,141 (+3.3%)

$230,400 + $207,600

$438,000

2019

$5,946 (+5.4%)

$223,600 + $198,400

$422,000

2018

$5,640 (+2.5%)

$211,700 + $184,400

$396,100

2017

$5,501 (+7.1%)

$203,300 + $184,400

$387,700

2016

$5,137 (+12.1%)

$182,900 + $163,000

$345,900

2015

$4,583 (+24.0%)

$176,200 + $163,000

$339,200

2014

$3,696 (−0.6%)

$169,400 + $105,800

$275,200

2013

$3,717 (+1.4%)

$169,400 + $110,100

$279,500

2012

$3,664 (+5.0%)

$177,800 + $109,100

$286,900

2011

$3,490 (+2.4%)

$176,200 + $114,600

$290,800

2010

$3,407 (−0.3%)

$179,500 + $115,700

$295,200

2009

$3,416

$201,600 + $128,800

$330,400

*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

0.26 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,486

Year built

1870

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

1955228

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Barn, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 1

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Remodeled

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Low Flow Toilet,Remodeled

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Low Flow Toilet,Remodeled

Living Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Remodeled

Family Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Laminate,Exterior Access,Remodeled,Slider

Dining Room Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Remodeled

Kitchen Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Partial, Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Remodeled, Washer Hookup, First Floor

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Skylight(s), Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Tile, Marble, Hardwood, Pine, Wood Laminate, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Mud Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,486
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: Tan

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Storage, Barn/Stable, Screens

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Barn/Stable

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Lot Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public, Dead End
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,695.94
Tax Year: 2014

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil

Location

Location Information
Directions: East St to Spring St
UnparsedAddress: 17 Spring Street, Ipswich MA 01938

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,486
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1870
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1955228

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
Exclusions: Interior Furnishings.
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 • 0.4mi

6/10

Ipswich Middle School

Public 6-8 • 1.0mi

8/10

Ipswich High School

Public 9-12 • 0.9mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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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

72% 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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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

$882,000 – $1.07M

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Home values near 17 Spring St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
4 Spring St, Ipswich, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1360 Sq. Ft.	$613,358
11 Spring St, Ipswich, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1312 Sq. Ft.	$772,403

Address	Redfin Estimate
15 Spring St, Ipswich, MA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2790 Sq. Ft.	$770,947
7 Spring St, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1353 Sq. Ft.	$571,585

Address	Redfin Estimate
13 Spring St, Ipswich, MA 7 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3957 Sq. Ft.	$1,771,327
20 Spring St, Ipswich, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3580 Sq. Ft.	$732,446

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