OFF MARKET

Off Market Sep 2020 for $1.5M

$2,233,346

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,749/mo

•

4,054

sq ft

80 Labor In Vain, Ipswich, MA 01938

About this home

Nestled at the confluence of GOULD'S CREEK & THE IPSWICH RIVER on the secluded yet convenient extension of Labor-In-Vain Rd. sits this private 13 + ac WATERFRONT SANCTUARY. Hundreds of feet of navigable river surrounds this retreat. Mature trees offer shade & buffer the elements but not at the expense of panoramic views. This Shingle-style home, built in 1998, has a contemporary flair and views from every room. 1st floor has a master suite w/enormous walk-in closet, a vaulted ceiling LR w/ FP & wall of windows, a custom kitchen w/ FP sitting area & exterior access to expansive deck, DR w/ French doors to a screen porch, study/library w/ FP, playroom/exercise room off kit, a laundry & 2 half baths all w/ HW floors. 2 spacious, sunny bedrooms & bath on the second floor, along with 2 bonus rms. Perfect size home w/ proportions ideal for families or empty nesters. Kayak, boat, swim or just enjoy the wildlife - this is one of a kind! The relationship to the water & nature is unparalleled!

Single-familyProperty Type

1998Year Built

13.27 acresLot Size

$551Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by E. D. Dick Group • J. Barrett & Company

Bought with Sonia Johnson • eXp Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72639107

Redfin Estimate

$2,233,346

$683K since sold in September 2020$152K since August

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This home's estimate is 45.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.53M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$1,525,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths3,747 sq ft
199 John Wise Ave, Essex, MA 01929
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$2,195,000
B
4 beds3 baths5,628 sq ft
1 Ready Marsh Way, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD NOV 20, 2025
$1,020,000
C
3 beds3 baths4,121 sq ft
23 Mulholland Dr, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD APR 24, 2026
$1,380,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,610 sq ft
92 Pineswamp Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$1,575,000
E
4 beds5 baths3,579 sq ft
29 Heartbreak Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$1,500,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths4,137 sq ft
4 Shea Ct, Essex, MA 01929

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Market trends in 01938, MA

Last updated August 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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$1,100,000
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$595,000
2 beds2 baths1,152 sq ft
13 Estes St, Ipswich, MA 01938
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Incredible views of the water. The home needs a touch of TLC, but overall it's in great condition, and its a one of a kind location.
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Sale history for 80 Labor In Vain

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$19,645 (+13.8%)

$617,600 + $1,010,900

$1,628,500

2021

$17,257 (−4.1%)

$587,100 + $718,300

$1,305,400

2020

$17,993 (−0.5%)

$608,900 + $674,500

$1,283,400

2019

$18,083 (+7.2%)

$608,900 + $674,500

$1,283,400

2018

$16,869 (+2.8%)

$565,300 + $619,300

$1,184,600

2017

$16,411 (−4.2%)

$565,300 + $591,200

$1,156,500

2016

$17,128 (+11.1%)

$565,300 + $588,100

$1,153,400

2015

$15,418 (+2.1%)

$565,300 + $575,900

$1,141,200

2014

$15,105 (+2.5%)

$554,500 + $570,200

$1,124,700

2013

$14,730 (+2.3%)

$554,500 + $553,000

$1,107,500

2012

$14,398 (+6.4%)

$565,300 + $562,200

$1,127,500

2011

$13,530 (+3.2%)

$565,300 + $562,200

$1,127,500

2010

$13,113 (+1.3%)

$565,300 + $571,000

$1,136,300

2009

$12,946

$639,400 + $612,600

$1,252,000

Tax history for 80 Labor In Vain

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$19,645 (+13.8%)

$617,600 + $1,010,900

$1,628,500

2021

$17,257 (−4.1%)

$587,100 + $718,300

$1,305,400

2020

$17,993 (−0.5%)

$608,900 + $674,500

$1,283,400

2019

$18,083 (+7.2%)

$608,900 + $674,500

$1,283,400

2018

$16,869 (+2.8%)

$565,300 + $619,300

$1,184,600

2017

$16,411 (−4.2%)

$565,300 + $591,200

$1,156,500

2016

$17,128 (+11.1%)

$565,300 + $588,100

$1,153,400

2015

$15,418 (+2.1%)

$565,300 + $575,900

$1,141,200

2014

$15,105 (+2.5%)

$554,500 + $570,200

$1,124,700

2013

$14,730 (+2.3%)

$554,500 + $553,000

$1,107,500

2012

$14,398 (+6.4%)

$565,300 + $562,200

$1,127,500

2011

$13,530 (+3.2%)

$565,300 + $562,200

$1,127,500

2010

$13,113 (+1.3%)

$565,300 + $571,000

$1,136,300

2009

$12,946

$639,400 + $612,600

$1,252,000

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

13.27 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

4,054

Year built

1998

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

1952475

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: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Insulated, Oversized, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Tandem, Stone/Gravel

Interior

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 1

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 19
Length: 19
Width: 1
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 26
Length: 26
Width: 1
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Marble,Window(s) - Picture,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Double Vanity

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Living Room Information
Area: 26
Length: 26
Width: 1
Level: Main,First
Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Balcony - Interior,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Overhead

Family Room Information
Area: 16
Length: 16
Width: 1
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,French Doors,Exterior Access

Dining Room Information
Area: 14
Length: 14
Width: 1
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,French Doors,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting

Kitchen Information
Area: 20
Length: 20
Width: 1
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Peninsula

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

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Bathroom - Half, Laundry Closet, Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Cable Hookup, Entry Hall, Play Room, Library, Bonus Room, Wet Bar

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,054
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Slab, Irregular
Construction Materials: Frame, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Natural/gr

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Deck, Deck - Composite
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Deck, Deck - Composite, Storage, Garden

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System
Has Waterview
Creek, Marsh, Private, River, Walk to

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 13.27
Lot Features: Wooded, Easements, Gentle Sloping, Level, Marsh
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Road Surface Type: Unimproved
Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Dead End
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,993
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Central Air, Other

Location

Location Information
Directions: Rt 1A to Conty St, rt on Green St over bridge, left on Turkey Shore Rd, rt on Labor-in-Vain to end
UnparsedAddress: 80 Labor In Vain, 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, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,054
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 13.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1952475

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Winthrop School

Public PreK-5 • 1.4mi

6/10

Ipswich Middle School

Public 6-8 • 2.1mi

8/10

Ipswich High School

Public 9-12 • 2.0mi

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

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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Estimated sale price

$2.12M – $2.57M

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Home values near 80 Labor In Vain

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
94 Labor in Vain Rd, Ipswich, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3028 Sq. Ft.	$1,777,060
86 Labor in Vain Rd, Ipswich, MA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 5487 Sq. Ft.	$2,497,468

Address	Redfin Estimate
82 Labor in Vain Rd, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2343 Sq. Ft.	$3,100,759
100 Labor in Vain Rd, Ipswich, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1919 Sq. Ft.	$1,399,928

Address	Redfin Estimate
84 Labor in Vain Rd, Ipswich, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1623 Sq. Ft.	$996,617
66 Labor in Vain Rd, Ipswich, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3232 Sq. Ft.	$2,393,829

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