SOLD MAY 12, 2026

Sold on May 2026

$810,000

•

2,033

sq ft

5 Lafayette Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938

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Exceptional opportunity to own a well-maintained two-family property offering both flexibility and strong investment potential. This spacious home features over 2,000 square feet of living space across two units, each with thoughtfully designed layouts, hardwood floors, and bright, sun-filled rooms that showcase an abundance of natural lighting throughout. Unit configurations provide comfortable living with generous bedrooms, living and dining areas, and well-equipped kitchens, making it ideal for owner-occupants or investors alike. Additional highlights include off-street parking, and a full basement for laundry and added storage. Perfectly situated a block from the commuter rail and downtown, this property offers unbeatable convenience for daily commuting and area amenities. Whether you're looking to expand your portfolio or settle into a versatile multi-family home, this property delivers on location, functionality, and charm.

Multi-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

3,680 sq ftLot Size

$398Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by Laura Crowell • J. Barrett & Company

Listed by • J. Barrett & Company

Bought with Chloe Brown • Lyv Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #73499232

Redfin Estimate

$900,232

$90K since sold in May 2026$75K since July

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This home's estimate is 21.7% higher than the average sale price ($740K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$775,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,751 sq ft
1 River Ct, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD JUN 19, 2026
$755,000
B
4 beds1.5 baths1,472 sq ft
4 6th St, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$770,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,662 sq ft
21 Brownville Ave, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD MAY 8, 2026
$825,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,165 sq ft
2 Farley Ave, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD NOV 10, 2025
$590,000
E
4 beds2 baths1,458 sq ft
22 Brownville Ave, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$725,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,310 sq ft
3 Argilla Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938

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Market trends in 01938, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

106.2%

+3.0% MoM

Median sale price

$868K

$11K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

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42 Avery St, Ipswich, MA 01938
OPEN TODAY, 5PM TO 7PM
$1,700,000
2 beds2 baths2,699 sq ft
76 North Ridge Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 12:30PM
$975,000
3 beds2 baths2,136 sq ft
8 Willowdale Cir #8, Ipswich, MA 01938
OPEN SAT, 10:30AM TO 12PM
$669,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,612 sq ft
10 Lafayette Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 12:30PM
$739,000
2 beds1.5 baths1,842 sq ft
135 Linebrook Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 12:30PM
$779,000
4 beds1.5 baths1,887 sq ft
4 Heard Dr, Ipswich, MA 01938
OPEN SAT, 11:30AM TO 1:30PM
$364,900
2 beds1 bath815 sq ft
16 Appleton Park Unit B3, Ipswich, MA 01938
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$549,900
3 beds1.5 baths1,226 sq ft
204 Lilac Meadows Way #204, Ipswich, MA 01938
$559,000
2 beds1.5 baths1,177 sq ft
117 High St Unit 12A, Ipswich, MA 01938
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Sale and tax history for 5 Lafayette Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73499232

May 12, 2026

Sold

$810,000

$398/sq ft

Apr 14, 2026

Contingent

—

Apr 9, 2026

Listed

$799,000

$393/sq ft

MLS PIN #72223576

Oct 30, 2017

Sold

$391,420

$193/sq ft

Sep 13, 2017

Pending

—

Sep 6, 2017

Listed

$374,900

$184/sq ft

+14

Great 2 family that is extremely convenient to the commuter rail, EBSCO and downtown Ipswich! Both units have hardwood floors, in unit washer and dryers, and separate utilities. The unit on the first level has a living room, large eat in kitchen, two generously sized bedrooms, and a full bathroom. The second unit begins on the second level and has a living room, dining room, large eat in kitchen, a bedroom, and a full bathroom. The top level has two more good sized bedrooms. Ipswich is a sought after North Shore community offering beaches (Crane & Pavilion), biking/hiking trails throughout state parks, award winning restaurant, great shopping, and schools. This 2 family is a fantastic opportunity in an excellent location!

MLS PIN #71736217

Jul 27, 2015

Sold

$312,000

$153/sq ft

Apr 9, 2015

Pending

—

Nov 13, 2014

Relisted

—

Nov 7, 2014

Contingent

—

Sep 30, 2014

Price Changed

$337,900

$166/sq ft

Sep 2, 2014

Listed

$349,900

$172/sq ft

+13

Opportunity knocks! Owner occupied or investor, this is a great property for you. Great 2 family home located walking distance to the commuter rail, EBSCO and downtown Ipswich. Separate utilities for each unit, on town sewer. New roof, newer furnaces, this home just awaits your personal updates. Owner occupied for over 40 years, with rental income from 1st floor unit. Ipswich is a sought after North Shore community offering beaches (Crane & Pavilion); biking/hiking trails throughout state parks; award wining restaurants; great shopping & schools.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$5,728 (+1.5%)

$221,200 + $260,800

$482,000

2021

$5,645 (+2.1%)

$210,100 + $216,900

$427,000

2020

$5,528 (+1.7%)

$214,900 + $179,400

$394,300

2019

$5,433 (+17.5%)

$208,500 + $177,100

$385,600

2018

$4,624 (+2.8%)

$197,500 + $127,200

$324,700

2017

$4,500 (+3.0%)

$189,600 + $127,500

$317,100

2016

$4,369 (+12.3%)

$170,600 + $123,600

$294,200

2015

$3,890 (+2.3%)

$164,300 + $123,600

$287,900

2014

$3,801 (+1.8%)

$158,000 + $125,000

$283,000

2013

$3,733 (−2.8%)

$158,000 + $122,700

$280,700

2012

$3,842 (+6.0%)

$165,900 + $135,000

$300,900

2011

$3,626 (+2.4%)

$164,300 + $137,900

$302,200

2010

$3,542 (−4.7%)

$167,500 + $139,400

$306,900

2009

$3,717

$188,000 + $171,500

$359,500

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

3,485 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,971

Year built

1900

Style

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

County

Essex County

APN

1955973

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Open Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Off Street, Paved

Interior

Virtural Tour Information
Virtual Tour 1 (External Link)

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Appliances
Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Flooring: Hardwood
Interior Features: Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen

Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N

Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 2
Lease: Y

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,033
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 3
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Lead Paint: Certified Treated

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck

Property Information
PropertySubType: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Above Grade Finished Area: 2033
Below Grade Finished Area: 0
Levels: 3
Other Structures: Shed(s)

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
Lot Features: Level
Waterfront Features: Ocean, Beach Ownership(Public)
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,602
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Oven, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Varies per Unit
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Electric
Heating Units: 3
Cooling Units: 0

Location

Location Information
Directions: From Topsfield Road to Lafayette Road. Near Ipswich commuter rail station.
UnparsedAddress: 5 Lafayette Road, Ipswich MA 01938

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,971
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,485 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1955973

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

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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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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

6/10 Wind Factor

75% 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

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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Apr

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Dec

Sun exposure

81/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.9 hrs

3.5 hrs

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Estimated sale price

$856,000 – $1.04M

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Home values near 5 Lafayette Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
4 Lafayette Rd, Ipswich, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2077 Sq. Ft.	—
14 Lafayette Rd, Ipswich, MA 6 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2625 Sq. Ft.	$947,631

Address	Redfin Estimate
16 Lafayette Rd, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1792 Sq. Ft.	$775,262
3 Lafayette Rd, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1380 Sq. Ft.	$591,187

Address	Redfin Estimate
7 Lafayette Rd, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1477 Sq. Ft.	$657,671
6 Lafayette Rd, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1896 Sq. Ft.	$681,286

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