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Single-familyProperty Type
2004Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$801Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Levesque & Lezon• J. Barrett & Company
Bought with Robert Heil• Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly
GREAT NECK, EXCEPTIONAL RANCH W/COMTEMPORARY FLAIR, WATER VIEW OF PLUM ISLAND, IPSWICH BAY W/SPECTACULAR SUNSETS. SUN RM OFF LIVING ROOM HEATED, KITCHEN UPDATED, WRAP AROUND PORCH. NEWER FURNACE, EXTERIOR PAINTED 9-01-01. EXQUISITE!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$10,949 (+3.9%)
$736,900 + $536,100
$1,273,000
2021
$10,535 (+0.5%)
$342,700 + $454,200
$796,900
2020
$10,487 (+1.5%)
$335,900 + $412,100
$748,000
2019
$10,327 (+4.1%)
$335,900 + $397,000
$732,900
2018
$9,924 (+3.8%)
$299,900 + $397,000
$696,900
2017
$9,564 (−1.0%)
$291,300 + $382,700
$674,000
2016
$9,664 (+9.6%)
$281,000 + $369,800
$650,800
2015
$8,817 (+6.4%)
$282,800 + $369,800
$652,600
2014
$8,288 (+5.1%)
$265,600 + $351,500
$617,100
2013
$7,888 (+1.2%)
$255,300 + $337,800
$593,100
2012
$7,797 (+4.7%)
$260,500 + $350,100
$610,600
2011
$7,446 (+0.9%)
$267,300 + $353,200
$620,500
2010
$7,383 (+4.4%)
$282,800 + $357,000
$639,800
2009
$7,069
$315,300 + $368,400
$683,700
Tax history for 53 Skytop Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$10,949 (+3.9%)
$736,900 + $536,100
$1,273,000
2021
$10,535 (+0.5%)
$342,700 + $454,200
$796,900
2020
$10,487 (+1.5%)
$335,900 + $412,100
$748,000
2019
$10,327 (+4.1%)
$335,900 + $397,000
$732,900
2018
$9,924 (+3.8%)
$299,900 + $397,000
$696,900
2017
$9,564 (−1.0%)
$291,300 + $382,700
$674,000
2016
$9,664 (+9.6%)
$281,000 + $369,800
$650,800
2015
$8,817 (+6.4%)
$282,800 + $369,800
$652,600
2014
$8,288 (+5.1%)
$265,600 + $351,500
$617,100
2013
$7,888 (+1.2%)
$255,300 + $337,800
$593,100
2012
$7,797 (+4.7%)
$260,500 + $350,100
$610,600
2011
$7,446 (+0.9%)
$267,300 + $353,200
$620,500
2010
$7,383 (+4.4%)
$282,800 + $357,000
$639,800
2009
$7,069
$315,300 + $368,400
$683,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,546
Year built
1995
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
1952974
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: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 7
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Laundry Features: Exterior Access, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wood
Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom, Library, High Speed Internet
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,146
Foundation Area: 1,368
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Irregular
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Lt Blue
Lead Paint: None
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Balcony, Professional Landscaping, Screens
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Workshop
Has Waterview
Bay, Marsh, Ocean
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,173
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central
Cooling: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: $50
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Homeowners Association Membership Not Required
Location Information
Directions: Jefffey Neck Rd to North Ridge Rd right on to Goldfinch right on to Skytop Rd
UnparsedAddress: 53 Skytop Rd, Ipswich MA 01938
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,546
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1995
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1952974
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4
Listing Information
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 • 2.4mi
6/10
Ipswich Middle School
Public 6-8 • 2.6mi
8/10
Ipswich High School
Public 9-12 • 2.5mi
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
6/10 Wind Factor
77% 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
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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.
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Estimated sale price
$1.63M – $1.98M
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