This delightful 2 bed, 1.5 bath Antique dormered Cape, built in 1856, seamlessly blends historic charm with modern upgrades. Nestled in historic Merrimacport, only 4 miles from Downtown Amesbury and 9 miles from Newburyport, this coastal home offers convenience with scenic water views of the Merrimack River. The layout is both cozy and practical with the 1st floor featuring a beautifully renovated kitchen, airy dining room with stunning water views, cozy living room, full 4-piece bath and convenient stackable washer and dryer. Upstairs, you'll find the primary bedroom, a 2nd bedroom and half bath. This commuter-friendly home is just a few miles from the highway, yet it feels peacefully removed from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With glimpses of the river adding to its allure, this lovely home with private backyard and patio, presents an appealing option for those seeking a move-in-ready home in a historic setting! ** Offer deadline: Sunday 6/30 at 4pm. **
Single-familyProperty Type
1856Year Built
3,332 sq ftLot Size
$487Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Alyssa Gager-McQuaid• Purple Finch Properties LLC
ADORABLE AND AFFORDABLE ! Nestled in the heart of historic Merrimacport & mere minutes from Downtown Amesbury, this move-in-ready bungalow boasts an array of super-smart updates including: a sparkling new kitchen, remodeled 4-piece bath, freshly painted walls, refinished floors...and yes,Central Air! This Cozy Cape has a TON of CHARM, makes for a great condo alternative & even provides choices for those seeking single-level living options. In addition to the oh-so lovely kitchen this home's 1st floor offers: the main full bath, stackable laundry, a bright n sunny den/dining area AND, a spacious family room that could serve as a bedroom. Up on the second floor you'll find the Master & 2nd BRs as well as a convenient 1/2 bath! This cutie patootie is snuggled back from the main roads but is still commuter friendly, as many highway routes are just a few miles away. So if you're looking for a fun, move-in-ready abode (w/ some river views!) this could be the one!
Public Records
Sep 28, 2000
Sold
$220,000
$187/sq ft
Public Records
May 15, 1998
Sold
$160,000
$136/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,793 (+4.0%)
$200,000 + $192,200
$392,200
2022
$5,569 (+4.6%)
$159,000 + $181,800
$340,800
2021
$5,325 (+20.4%)
$153,800 + $172,900
$326,700
2020
$4,424 (−1.6%)
$153,800 + $143,500
$297,300
2019
$4,496 (+3.4%)
$153,800 + $130,600
$284,400
2018
$4,350 (−3.5%)
$142,900 + $133,100
$276,000
2017
$4,510 (+9.3%)
$142,900 + $133,100
$276,000
2016
$4,127 (+3.0%)
$128,600 + $126,800
$255,400
2015
$4,006 (+3.4%)
$128,600 + $117,900
$246,500
2014
$3,876 (+5.1%)
$128,600 + $115,300
$243,900
2013
$3,689 (+6.8%)
$128,600 + $110,200
$238,800
2012
$3,455 (+10.2%)
$119,000 + $107,700
$226,700
2011
$3,135 (+2.8%)
$119,000 + $105,100
$224,100
2010
$3,049 (−2.8%)
$119,000 + $114,100
$233,100
2009
$3,138
$135,700 + $128,900
$264,600
Tax history for 2 Bancroft Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,793 (+4.0%)
$200,000 + $192,200
$392,200
2022
$5,569 (+4.6%)
$159,000 + $181,800
$340,800
2021
$5,325 (+20.4%)
$153,800 + $172,900
$326,700
2020
$4,424 (−1.6%)
$153,800 + $143,500
$297,300
2019
$4,496 (+3.4%)
$153,800 + $130,600
$284,400
2018
$4,350 (−3.5%)
$142,900 + $133,100
$276,000
2017
$4,510 (+9.3%)
$142,900 + $133,100
$276,000
2016
$4,127 (+3.0%)
$128,600 + $126,800
$255,400
2015
$4,006 (+3.4%)
$128,600 + $117,900
$246,500
2014
$3,876 (+5.1%)
$128,600 + $115,300
$243,900
2013
$3,689 (+6.8%)
$128,600 + $110,200
$238,800
2012
$3,455 (+10.2%)
$119,000 + $107,700
$226,700
2011
$3,135 (+2.8%)
$119,000 + $105,100
$224,100
2010
$3,049 (−2.8%)
$119,000 + $114,100
$233,100
2009
$3,138
$135,700 + $128,900
$264,600
*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
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,485 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,176
Year built
1856
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
2032956
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved