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Off Market Jul 2025 for $790K

$814,415

•

1,629

sq ft

42 Howe St, Ipswich, MA 01938

About this home

Welcome to 42 Howe Street, a charming and move-in ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in the heart of Ipswich on a massive lot! This versatile floor plan offers a first-floor bedroom and full bath—ideal for guests, a home office, or single-level living. The bright and spacious living room flows into a large eat-in kitchen with plenty of cabinet space and direct access to the backyard, perfect for entertaining or relaxing outdoors. Upstairs, you’ll find two comfortable bedrooms and a second full bath, offering privacy and separation of space. With hardwood floors, tiled baths, attached garage and mudroom and two finished rooms in the basement this home is as practical as it is inviting. Enjoy the convenience of being close to downtown shops, restaurants, schools, and the commuter rail. Plus, Ipswich residents enjoy access to beautiful Crane Beach. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a well-maintained home in one of the North Shore’s most desirable coastal towns!

Single-familyProperty Type

1960Year Built

0.57 acresLot Size

$500Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Melissa Weinand • The Proper Nest Real Estate

Bought with Tzortzis Lane Group • Coldwell Banker Realty - Ipswich

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73386383

Redfin Estimate

$814,415

$24K since sold in July 2025$2,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 12.5% higher than the average sale price ($724K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 27, 2026
$713,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,817 sq ft
15 James Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$754,900
B
3 beds2.5 baths1,834 sq ft
231 Haverhill St, Rowley, MA 01969
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$715,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,664 sq ft
33 Farnham Rd, Rowley, MA 01969
SOLD SEP 21, 2026
$750,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,595 sq ft
6 Cedarview Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD SEP 14, 2026
$749,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,964 sq ft
11 Haverhill Rd, Topsfield, MA 01983
SOLD JUN 22, 2026
$660,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,680 sq ft
12 Hodgkins Dr, 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

104.9%

1.5% MoM

Median sale price

$870K

$12K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

1 days MoM

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1 MoM

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Sale history for 42 Howe St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73386383

Jul 30, 2025

Sold

$790,000

$485/sq ft

Jun 11, 2025

Contingent

—

Jun 5, 2025

Listed

$700,000

$430/sq ft

MLS PIN #71794611

Apr 17, 2015

Sold

$428,000

$263/sq ft

Mar 6, 2015

Pending

—

Feb 24, 2015

Listed

$399,000

$245/sq ft

+11

**Value Range Pricing - Sellers will consider offers between $399,000 and $425,000** Turn-key, 3 bedroom, 2 bath cape on one of the largest lots on the street! Attached garage, with access into the heated office/mudroom, is a welcomed convenience. Open dining and kitchen area is great for entertaining. 1st floor bedroom next to the bathroom. Let the day's stress slip away as you unwind by a crackling fire in your living room. Upstairs, two large bedrooms and a full bath with tub. If this isn't enough, there are 2 additional heated rooms in the partially finished lower level. Close to all the wonderful area amenities and of course Cranes Beach! Pride in ownership is an understatement. This is one you don't want to miss!

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$7,144 (+3.5%)

$314,900 + $297,900

$612,800

2021

$6,901 (−0.5%)

$275,000 + $247,000

$522,000

2020

$6,936 (+4.3%)

$261,700 + $233,000

$494,700

2019

$6,653 (+3.9%)

$248,500 + $223,700

$472,200

2018

$6,404 (+7.4%)

$235,200 + $214,500

$449,700

2017

$5,963

$216,200 + $204,000

$420,200

2016

$5,965 (+10.5%)

$216,200 + $185,500

$401,700

2015

$5,399 (+6.0%)

$208,600 + $191,000

$399,600

2014

$5,091 (+4.3%)

$199,200 + $179,900

$379,100

2013

$4,880 (+5.2%)

$195,400 + $171,500

$366,900

2012

$4,638 (+5.3%)

$193,500 + $169,700

$363,200

2011

$4,404 (+2.8%)

$197,300 + $169,700

$367,000

2010

$4,284 (+3.0%)

$201,100 + $170,100

$371,200

2009

$4,158

$227,600 + $174,500

$402,100

Tax history for 42 Howe St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$7,144 (+3.5%)

$314,900 + $297,900

$612,800

2021

$6,901 (−0.5%)

$275,000 + $247,000

$522,000

2020

$6,936 (+4.3%)

$261,700 + $233,000

$494,700

2019

$6,653 (+3.9%)

$248,500 + $223,700

$472,200

2018

$6,404 (+7.4%)

$235,200 + $214,500

$449,700

2017

$5,963

$216,200 + $204,000

$420,200

2016

$5,965 (+10.5%)

$216,200 + $185,500

$401,700

2015

$5,399 (+6.0%)

$208,600 + $191,000

$399,600

2014

$5,091 (+4.3%)

$199,200 + $179,900

$379,100

2013

$4,880 (+5.2%)

$195,400 + $171,500

$366,900

2012

$4,638 (+5.3%)

$193,500 + $169,700

$363,200

2011

$4,404 (+2.8%)

$197,300 + $169,700

$367,000

2010

$4,284 (+3.0%)

$201,100 + $170,100

$371,200

2009

$4,158

$227,600 + $174,500

$402,100

*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

0.57 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,061

Year built

1960

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

1954149

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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Virtural Tour Information
Virtual Tour 1 (External Link)

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 1

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access

Family Room Information
Level: Basement

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

Kitchen Information
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Breakfast Bar / Nook

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Interior Features: Bonus Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,629
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Tan

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Garden

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.57
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,012
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Linebrook Rd to Howe St
UnparsedAddress: 42 Howe St, Ipswich MA 01938

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,061
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1954149

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

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

Paul F Doyon Memorial

Public PreK-5 • 1.3mi

6/10

Ipswich Middle School

Public 6-8 • 2.7mi

8/10

Ipswich High School

Public 9-12 • 2.8mi

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 95° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

66% 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

Ipswich, MA • 01938

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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

$774,000 – $937,000

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Home values near 42 Howe St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
34 Howe Street, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1546 Sq. Ft.	$721,136
46 Howe Street, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1226 Sq. Ft.	$680,922

Address	Redfin Estimate
36 Howe Street, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1546 Sq. Ft.	$742,226
48 Howe Street, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1280 Sq. Ft.	$670,818

Address	Redfin Estimate
40 Howe Street, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 984 Sq. Ft.	$615,380
50 Howe Street, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1508 Sq. Ft.	$715,286

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