AMAZING WATERFRONT cottage in this very desirable private seaside community in historic Ipswich. Unheard of 5 bdrm home completely & thoughtfully renovated inside with no expense spared. Currently seasonal but can be converted to year round by right. Direct beachfront access right outside your door. AMAZING sunsets year round up the Ipswich River. Beautiful open concept living on 1st floor taking full advantage of the ever changing seaside views out wall of windows. High end kitchen; great for entertaining large crowds. 4 large bdrms upstairs w/ cathedral ceilings. Enjoy everything that this old world charm community has to offer with outdoor activities organized for all ages in the summer months. Clubhouse, pickleball court, ball field, playground, 2 beaches, dock/mooring, along w forever protected views to every direction. Golf cart friendly. Enjoy train into Boston, Crane Beach, 100s of acres of open space & great restaurants/brew pubs, shops & farms nearby. Dream living by the sea.
Single-familyProperty Type
1910Year Built
3,484 sq ftLot Size
$834Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Sonia Johnson• eXp Realty
Bought with Nancy Judge• Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Flood Plain, Gentle Sloping
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Dead End
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,654
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer, Holding Tank
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Ductless
Cooling: Ductless
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: $223.95
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Homeowners Association Membership Required
Location Information
Directions: Jeffreys Neck to Little Neck past Pavilion Beach, right onto Bay, left onto Hilltop, Right on River
UnparsedAddress: 50 River Road, 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: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,523
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 3995292
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2025
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: Kitchen, Living Room & Dining Room Furniture & Art.
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 • 2.5mi
6/10
Ipswich Middle School
Public 6-8 • 3.0mi
8/10
Ipswich High School
Public 9-12 • 2.9mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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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Historical weather
Ipswich, MA • 01938
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$1.21M – $1.46M
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