Introducing the Allen Perley House, an exquisite c.1748 farmhouse masterfully restored for modern luxury living on 3+ picturesque acres along a scenic road. This 5-bedroom, 5.5-bath estate features a first-floor main suite with sitting room and office, a chef’s kitchen with leathered granite, double ovens, Energy Star appliances, and radiant heated floors. Historic elegance abounds with five fireplaces, exposed beams, period paneling, and bespoke built-ins. Enjoy lush lawns, a blueberry grove, a basketball/pickleball court, an oversized garage with potential studio space, and a charming greenhouse. Recent enhancements include a new septic, newer roof and furnace, upgraded insulation, and a full basement with structural renovations and a radon system. Located just 30 miles from Boston, with access to award-winning restaurants, scenic trails, and Crane Beach, this extraordinary property offers an unparalleled lifestyle of refined New England charm.
The HOUSE with 2 DOORS is beautifully renovated and comfortable antique with lots of space & flexible floor plan. First floor offers a sizeable bedroom suite complete with full-bath, sitting room and office. Use it for yourself, in-laws or guests. Modern kitchen featuring leathered granite counters, double wall ovens, stainless appliances and radiant heat floors! Flexible bedroom space on the 2nd floor and a fun useable attic with lots of rooms for storage or living space and full bath. 3+ acres of land includes a blueberry field & basketball/pickleball court. Separate studio/apartment space over the garage perfect for so many uses. Also includes an oversized garage and greenhouse. Brand new septic, plus newer roof, furnace and other updates completed in the past 5 years. There is something for everyone in this house. Move right in and enjoy. Ipswich is 30 miles North of Boston and is home to Crane Beach, Crane Estate, trails for walking/biking. Ipswich River for kayaking/canoeing.
MLS PIN #72151569
Nov 30, 2017
Sold
$625,000
$114/sq ft
Oct 3, 2017
Pending
—
Jul 12, 2017
Price Changed
$674,900
$123/sq ft
Jun 7, 2017
Price Changed
$695,000
$127/sq ft
Apr 24, 2017
Listed
$699,000
$128/sq ft
+25
Reminiscent of a bygone era of gentlemen farming, this stately home is ready for the discerning buyer. Sited on 3+ acres of broad lawn & blueberry groves on a designated scenic road, this 1748 farmhouse has 5 BR, 5.5 BA, 5 fireplaces plus in-law or au pair living area . Facing the house, the right side entry finds expansive 1st floor master suite, to the left is garage w/dormered office/studio aptmt. above. Architectural features of the Allen Perley House include exposed beams, paneling & built ins. 50+ years of ownership leaves a legacy of cherished memories in this well loved home near Willowdale State Forest. Ipswich has award winning restaurants, commuter rail, library, weekly Farmer's Market & shops plus large employers of EBSCO & New England Biolabs as well as vast trails and open space such as Bradley Palmer State Park, Appleton Farms & local attractions like Castle Hill, Marini Farm, Russell Orchards & resident access to Crane Beach. Enjoy life in Ipswich! Flexible floor plan.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,714 (+4.3%)
$349,800 + $689,800
$1,039,600
2022
$12,191 (+0.3%)
$349,800 + $689,800
$1,039,600
2021
$12,157 (+1.5%)
$306,200 + $613,400
$919,600
2020
$11,972 (−1.0%)
$284,500 + $569,400
$853,900
2019
$12,092 (+3.6%)
$284,500 + $573,700
$858,200
2018
$11,674 (+4.2%)
$284,500 + $535,300
$819,800
2017
$11,206 (−4.4%)
$271,400 + $518,300
$789,700
2016
$11,724 (+11.1%)
$271,100 + $518,400
$789,500
2015
$10,549 (+0.6%)
$262,400 + $518,400
$780,800
2014
$10,487 (+7.9%)
$253,700 + $527,200
$780,900
2013
$9,718 (−1.3%)
$258,100 + $472,600
$730,700
2012
$9,843 (+4.7%)
$262,400 + $508,400
$770,800
2011
$9,404 (+3.4%)
$262,400 + $521,300
$783,700
2010
$9,096 (+4.6%)
$266,800 + $521,400
$788,200
2009
$8,696
$309,400 + $531,600
$841,000
Tax history for 437 Linebrook Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,714 (+4.3%)
$349,800 + $689,800
$1,039,600
2022
$12,191 (+0.3%)
$349,800 + $689,800
$1,039,600
2021
$12,157 (+1.5%)
$306,200 + $613,400
$919,600
2020
$11,972 (−1.0%)
$284,500 + $569,400
$853,900
2019
$12,092 (+3.6%)
$284,500 + $573,700
$858,200
2018
$11,674 (+4.2%)
$284,500 + $535,300
$819,800
2017
$11,206 (−4.4%)
$271,400 + $518,300
$789,700
2016
$11,724 (+11.1%)
$271,100 + $518,400
$789,500
2015
$10,549 (+0.6%)
$262,400 + $518,400
$780,800
2014
$10,487 (+7.9%)
$253,700 + $527,200
$780,900
2013
$9,718 (−1.3%)
$258,100 + $472,600
$730,700
2012
$9,843 (+4.7%)
$262,400 + $508,400
$770,800
2011
$9,404 (+3.4%)
$262,400 + $521,300
$783,700
2010
$9,096 (+4.6%)
$266,800 + $521,400
$788,200
2009
$8,696
$309,400 + $531,600
$841,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.05 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,357
Year built
1800
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
1955555
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street