Perched high on a hilltop at the end of Argilla Road this beautiful home is sited on 16+ acres with spectacular views of rolling fields and salt marshes, Hog Island, the Crane Estate and Fox Creek. This 4+ bedroom gambrel colonial dates back to the early 1900s and has undergone complete renovation and thoughtful expansion by its current owners with high quality finishes and attention to detail throughout. Outside enjoy bluestone patios and mature landscaping with established perennial gardens and apple trees. An attached heated 3-car garage, detached heated 2-car workshop/garage, fire pit/pizza oven with patio and heated teahouse complete this special offering. Walk to the beach, paddle from tidal Fox Creek and enjoy the wild life. A rare offering.
"LITTLE HILL" 16.8 ACRES OF PRIVACY, GARDENS AND EXPANSIVE VIEWS OF HOG ISLAND AND, ON CLEAR DAYS, THE COAST OF MAINE. FEATURED IN "HOUSE AND GARDEN" MAGAZINE FOR ITS HORTICULTORAL EXCELLENCE. CANNOT BE SHOWN UNTIL 11/7/96
Public Records
Jun 15, 1987
Sold
$619,000
$95/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$31,929 (+2.9%)
$821,400 + $1,659,300
$2,480,700
2021
$31,035 (+3.0%)
$767,000 + $1,580,600
$2,347,600
2020
$30,130 (+2.3%)
$707,100 + $1,442,000
$2,149,100
2019
$29,448 (+11.3%)
$707,100 + $1,382,900
$2,090,000
2018
$26,448 (+4.1%)
$685,300 + $1,172,000
$1,857,300
2017
$25,413 (+26.6%)
$683,200 + $1,107,700
$1,790,900
2016
$20,071 (+9.9%)
$656,000 + $695,600
$1,351,600
2015
$18,260 (+4.2%)
$656,000 + $695,600
$1,351,600
2014
$17,532 (+4.2%)
$656,000 + $649,400
$1,305,400
2013
$16,826 (+5.7%)
$623,300 + $641,800
$1,265,100
2012
$15,920 (+5.8%)
$612,400 + $634,300
$1,246,700
2011
$15,043 (+3.2%)
$612,400 + $641,200
$1,253,600
2010
$14,580 (−0.6%)
$615,100 + $648,300
$1,263,400
2009
$14,670
$771,100 + $647,700
$1,418,800
Tax history for 208 Argilla Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$31,929 (+2.9%)
$821,400 + $1,659,300
$2,480,700
2021
$31,035 (+3.0%)
$767,000 + $1,580,600
$2,347,600
2020
$30,130 (+2.3%)
$707,100 + $1,442,000
$2,149,100
2019
$29,448 (+11.3%)
$707,100 + $1,382,900
$2,090,000
2018
$26,448 (+4.1%)
$685,300 + $1,172,000
$1,857,300
2017
$25,413 (+26.6%)
$683,200 + $1,107,700
$1,790,900
2016
$20,071 (+9.9%)
$656,000 + $695,600
$1,351,600
2015
$18,260 (+4.2%)
$656,000 + $695,600
$1,351,600
2014
$17,532 (+4.2%)
$656,000 + $649,400
$1,305,400
2013
$16,826 (+5.7%)
$623,300 + $641,800
$1,265,100
2012
$15,920 (+5.8%)
$612,400 + $634,300
$1,246,700
2011
$15,043 (+3.2%)
$612,400 + $641,200
$1,253,600
2010
$14,580 (−0.6%)
$615,100 + $648,300
$1,263,400
2009
$14,670
$771,100 + $647,700
$1,418,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
17 Acres
Year renovated
1986
Sq. Ft.
6,810
Year built
1917
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
1952558
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
# of Garage Spaces: 5
# of Covered Spaces: 5
Parking Spaces: 10
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Detached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Slider, Library, Foyer, Sun Room, Mud Room, Office, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 6,531
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone, Irregular
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: White
Exterior Features
Fencing: Invisible
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fruit Trees, Horses Permitted, Invisible Fence, Stone Wall
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Security Features: Security System
Other Structures: Workshop
Has Waterview
Ocean
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 16.8
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Wooded, Easements, Marsh
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $18,260
Tax Year: 2015
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, Other (See Remarks)
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, Oil
Cooling: Central Air, Whole House Fan
Location
Location Information
Directions: 1A/133 to Argilla Road or Northgate to Argilla Road.
UnparsedAddress: 208 Argilla Road, Ipswich MA 01938
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, T-Station, University
HorseYN: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 6,810
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 17 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1917
Year Renovated: 1986
County: Essex County
APN: 1952558
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 7
Listing Information
Exclusions: See List With Agent.
StandardStatus: Closed
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Schools
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Winthrop School
Public PreK-5 • 2.7mi
6/10
Ipswich Middle School
Public 6-8 • 3.4mi
8/10
Ipswich High School
Public 9-12 • 3.4mi
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, 16 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$3.21M – $3.88M
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