OFF MARKET

Off market jul 2023 for $1.1M

$1,518,979

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,536/mo

•

3,531

sq ft

56 Skytop Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938

About this home

Searching for your forever home w/ beautiful hilltop views of the ocean, close proximity to beaches and picturesque sunsets? Situated at the top of Great Neck on a quiet street overlooking the Ipswich Bay, marshes, conservation land, and a marina, this stone-front Colonial offers 5 bedrooms and 4 and a half bathrooms including a large master bed & bath w/ walk-in closet, built-in spa bathtub separate from the shower and his & her vanities. Features include a large kitchen w/ granite countertop, recently re-varnished hardwood floors throughout, tall ceilings w/ exposed wooden beams and 2 balconies on the second floor, 3 fireplaces, 2 car garage, a large office/5th bedroom, a tool shop, and a partially finished basement w/ a playroom and beautiful custom bar. Walk out onto the deck to find a well-manicured backyard, heated inground pool w/ stone waterfall and built-in outdoor grill. Just walking distance of a deeded private beach, a public beach, a public park w/ playground & yacht club.

Single-familyProperty Type

1965Year Built

0.34 acresLot Size

$430Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Sean Hoey • Keller Williams Realty Evolution

Bought with Kathleen Brown • Windhill Realty, LLC

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73086714

Redfin Estimate

$1,518,979

$399K since sold in July 2023$5,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 60.3% higher than the average sale price ($948K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$950,000
A
4 beds2 baths3,388 sq ft
24 Hodgkins Dr, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD OCT 30, 2025
$875,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths3,060 sq ft
23 Heard Dr, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD JAN 9, 2026
$1,125,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,700 sq ft
11 Spillers Ln, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD DEC 18, 2025
$900,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,934 sq ft
4 Dornell Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD MAY 8, 2026
$825,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,165 sq ft
2 Farley Ave, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$1,010,000
F
6 beds2 baths3,575 sq ft
59 Washington St, Ipswich, MA 01938

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Market trends in 01938, MA

Last updated September 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 56 Skytop Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$11,547 (+4.3%)

$453,700 + $543,700

$997,400

2021

$11,073 (+1.3%)

$349,000 + $488,600

$837,600

2020

$10,931 (+1.7%)

$342,000 + $437,700

$779,700

2019

$10,744 (+4.5%)

$342,000 + $420,500

$762,500

2018

$10,284 (+4.0%)

$305,400 + $416,800

$722,200

2017

$9,885 (−0.9%)

$296,700 + $399,900

$696,600

2016

$9,975 (+9.6%)

$286,200 + $385,500

$671,700

2015

$9,098 (+6.6%)

$287,900 + $385,500

$673,400

2014

$8,533 (+4.1%)

$270,500 + $364,900

$635,400

2013

$8,195 (+2.6%)

$260,000 + $356,200

$616,200

2012

$7,985 (+4.7%)

$265,300 + $360,000

$625,300

2011

$7,627 (+0.8%)

$272,200 + $363,400

$635,600

2010

$7,568 (+5.9%)

$287,900 + $367,900

$655,800

2009

$7,145

$321,100 + $369,900

$691,000

Tax history for 56 Skytop Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$11,547 (+4.3%)

$453,700 + $543,700

$997,400

2021

$11,073 (+1.3%)

$349,000 + $488,600

$837,600

2020

$10,931 (+1.7%)

$342,000 + $437,700

$779,700

2019

$10,744 (+4.5%)

$342,000 + $420,500

$762,500

2018

$10,284 (+4.0%)

$305,400 + $416,800

$722,200

2017

$9,885 (−0.9%)

$296,700 + $399,900

$696,600

2016

$9,975 (+9.6%)

$286,200 + $385,500

$671,700

2015

$9,098 (+6.6%)

$287,900 + $385,500

$673,400

2014

$8,533 (+4.1%)

$270,500 + $364,900

$635,400

2013

$8,195 (+2.6%)

$260,000 + $356,200

$616,200

2012

$7,985 (+4.7%)

$265,300 + $360,000

$625,300

2011

$7,627 (+0.8%)

$272,200 + $363,400

$635,600

2010

$7,568 (+5.9%)

$287,900 + $367,900

$655,800

2009

$7,145

$321,100 + $369,900

$691,000

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.34 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,531

Year built

1965

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

1952993

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: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Closet - Linen,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Balcony - Exterior,Cable Hookup,Double Vanity,High Speed Internet Hookup,Slider,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Cable Hookup,High Speed Internet Hookup

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,French Doors,Cable Hookup,High Speed Internet Hookup,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Level: Second
Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Beamed Ceilings,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Balcony - Exterior,Cable Hookup,High Speed Internet Hookup,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Slider

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cable Hookup,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Sump Pump, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Laminate, Electric Dryer Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Washer Hookup, In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Wood Laminate, Concrete, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Cable Hookup, Slider, Lighting - Overhead, Bonus Room, Central Vacuum, Wired for Sound, Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,531
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame, Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Exterior, Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Balcony, Pool - Inground Heated, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, City View(s), Stone Wall

Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Pool - Inground Heated

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Remodeled
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Other Structures: Workshop
Has Waterview
Bay, Marina, Marsh, Ocean

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s), City
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,547
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Humidity Control, Oil
Cooling: Wall Unit(s), Ductless

Location

HOA Information
Has Association
Homeowners Association Membership Not Required

Location Information
Directions: Left onto Jeffrey's Neck Rd, left onto Northridge Rd, right onto Goldfinich Way, right onto Skytop
UnparsedAddress: 56 Skytop Rd, Ipswich MA 01938

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,531
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1952993

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 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.

Winthrop School

Public PreK-5 • 2.3mi

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

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

72% 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.

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Estimated sale price

$1.44M – $1.75M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
49 Skytop Road, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1428 Sq. Ft.	$1,126,210
57 Skytop Road, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3335 Sq. Ft.	$1,641,405

Address	Redfin Estimate
53 Skytop Road, Ipswich, MA 2 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2146 Sq. Ft.	$1,629,947
59 Skytop Road, Ipswich, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1410 Sq. Ft.	$1,335,028

Address	Redfin Estimate
55 Skytop Road, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1820 Sq. Ft.	$1,132,121
61 Skytop Road, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2660 Sq. Ft.	$1,655,652

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