OFF MARKET

Off market dec 2024 for $815K

$902,078

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,573/mo

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2,562

sq ft

53 Bear Hill Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860

About this home

Welcome to this stunning colonial home nestled in the beautiful town of Merrimac. This spacious 4-bed, 2.5-bath residence offers over 2,500 square feet of comfortable living space, exuding character & warmth at every turn. The home features charming, exposed beams, wide pine floors & high ceilings throughout. As you enter the home, you'll be greeted by an expansive living room featuring a breathtaking fireplace. The updated kitchen seamlessly opens into the family room, making it perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, you will find the primary suite to be a true retreat, complete with a private office, full bathroom & a cozy fireplace in the bedroom. You also have 3 additional bedrooms & a full bath on this level. Step outside to enjoy the expansive wraparound deck that overlooks 5+ acres of land, offering endless possibilities for outdoor activities, or future expansion. With plenty of parking & a convenient garage, this home is as practical as it is beautiful.

Single-familyProperty Type

1856Year Built

5.1 acresLot Size

$352Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Angela Hirtle • eXp Realty LLC

Bought with Paul Atwood • Return Realty Group, Inc.

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•Source:MLS PIN #73270786

Redfin Estimate

$902,078

$87K since sold in December 2024$4,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 10.8% higher than the average sale price ($814K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 24, 2026
$975,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,795 sq ft
555 Main St, West Newbury, MA 01985
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$765,000
B
3 beds3 baths2,389 sq ft
39 E Main St, Merrimac, MA 01860
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$825,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,918 sq ft
104 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860
SOLD MAY 4, 2026
$710,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths1,400 sq ft
51 Bear Hill Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860
SOLD SEP 22, 2026
$659,900
E
3 beds2 baths2,347 sq ft
11 Merrimac Rd, Newton, NH 03858
SOLD OCT 23, 2026
$952,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths3,124 sq ft
5 Locust Grv, Merrimac, MA 01860

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Market trends in 01860, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.7%

+0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$689K

$4K MoM

Avg. days on market

37d

2 days MoM

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5 MoM

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$1,035,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,856 sq ft
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$874,900
7 beds3.5 baths3,974 sq ft
80 East Main St, Merrimac, MA 01860
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Sale history for 53 Bear Hill Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73270786

Dec 5, 2024

Sold

$815,000

$318/sq ft

Oct 30, 2024

Listing Removed

—

Oct 23, 2024

Contingent

—

Oct 18, 2024

Price Changed

$799,900

$312/sq ft

Sep 24, 2024

Price Changed

$849,900

$332/sq ft

Sep 4, 2024

Relisted

—

Sep 4, 2024

Price Changed

$879,900

$343/sq ft

Aug 30, 2024

Listing Removed

—

Jul 29, 2024

Listed

$899,900

$351/sq ft

MLS PIN #73007613

Sep 9, 2022

Sold

$760,000

$297/sq ft

Jul 13, 2022

Contingent

—

Jul 6, 2022

Listed

$749,900

$293/sq ft

+36

4 bedroom C. 1856 Colonial, approx. 2900+- sq ft of living area with office (14x15) & superbly maintained with care. 5.1+- acres w/ paddock, 30x34 barn w/ metal roof, 5 stalls & a tack room. If you have horses, they will love the proximity to trails, parks & the beach. Peaceful, serene setting w/ pear & apple trees and blue & black berry bushes. Natural wood beams in the dining room & kitchen. Kitchen with Island & a handy pot filler faucet over stove. A wonderful Great Room (18x22) from the kitchen w/ vaulted wooden ceilings, exposed beams, wood stove & double French doors to huge 22x36 deck. Bright 14x23 living rm, coffered ceiling and wood fireplace. Spacious 22x24 main bedroom with new 3/4 bathroom with many closets. Many newer true divided light Pella windows. Front of home is high end, interlock composite siding. Open Houses, Sat & Sunday (7.9 & 7.10.22), 1-2:30 both days. Can be seen before open houses. A lovely home to call you own.

MLS PIN #70129372

Mar 15, 2005

Sold

$574,800

$224/sq ft

Feb 21, 2005

Listing Removed

—

Jan 3, 2005

Listed

$600,000

$234/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,060 (+3.2%)

$310,300 + $303,100

$613,400

2022

$8,775 (+9.1%)

$271,000 + $266,000

$537,000

2021

$8,044 (+9.5%)

$227,500 + $266,000

$493,500

2020

$7,343 (+3.2%)

$227,500 + $266,000

$493,500

2019

$7,116 (+1.5%)

$192,600 + $257,500

$450,100

2018

$7,012 (+4.4%)

$192,600 + $252,300

$444,900

2017

$6,717 (+2.4%)

$166,500 + $244,600

$411,100

2016

$6,561 (+5.3%)

$166,500 + $239,500

$406,000

2015

$6,230 (+2.3%)

$162,100 + $221,300

$383,400

2014

$6,092 (+2.8%)

$162,100 + $221,300

$383,400

2013

$5,924 (+0.3%)

$162,100 + $221,300

$383,400

2012

$5,909

$170,900 + $216,800

$387,700

2011

$5,909 (+2.1%)

$183,900 + $238,500

$422,400

2010

$5,789 (+12.3%)

$192,600 + $250,000

$442,600

2009

$5,157

$183,900 + $250,900

$434,800

Tax history for 53 Bear Hill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,060 (+3.2%)

$310,300 + $303,100

$613,400

2022

$8,775 (+9.1%)

$271,000 + $266,000

$537,000

2021

$8,044 (+9.5%)

$227,500 + $266,000

$493,500

2020

$7,343 (+3.2%)

$227,500 + $266,000

$493,500

2019

$7,116 (+1.5%)

$192,600 + $257,500

$450,100

2018

$7,012 (+4.4%)

$192,600 + $252,300

$444,900

2017

$6,717 (+2.4%)

$166,500 + $244,600

$411,100

2016

$6,561 (+5.3%)

$166,500 + $239,500

$406,000

2015

$6,230 (+2.3%)

$162,100 + $221,300

$383,400

2014

$6,092 (+2.8%)

$162,100 + $221,300

$383,400

2013

$5,924 (+0.3%)

$162,100 + $221,300

$383,400

2012

$5,909

$170,900 + $216,800

$387,700

2011

$5,909 (+2.1%)

$183,900 + $238,500

$422,400

2010

$5,789 (+12.3%)

$192,600 + $250,000

$442,600

2009

$5,157

$183,900 + $250,900

$434,800

*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

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5.1 Acres

Year renovated

1975

Sq. Ft.

2,395

Year built

1856

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2033818

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: 8
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 480.94
Length: 23.75
Width: 20.25
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Beadboard

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 164.68
Length: 13.92
Width: 11.83
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 167
Length: 13.92
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 134.44
Length: 13.33
Width: 10.08
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 15.98
Length: 4.92
Width: 3.25
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 79.38
Length: 13.42
Width: 5.92
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 52.76
Length: 8.92
Width: 5.92
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Beadboard,Pedestal Sink,Decorative Molding

Living Room Information
Area: 320.21
Length: 24.17
Width: 13.25
Level: First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet,Decorative Molding,Window Seat

Family Room Information
Area: 694.19
Length: 22.33
Width: 31.08
Level: First
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Skylight,Beamed Ceilings,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Slider

Dining Room Information
Area: 186.67
Length: 14
Width: 13.33
Level: First
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen Information
Area: 169.74
Length: 16.83
Width: 10.08
Level: First
Features: Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Country Kitchen,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Pot Filler Faucet,Gas Stove

Office Room Information
Area: 181.08
Length: 13.67
Width: 13.25
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Pine, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet, Recessed Lighting, Home Office

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,562
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame, Post & Beam
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle, Metal
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Barn/Stable, Paddock, Fruit Trees, Garden, Horses Permitted

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Other Structures: Barn/Stable

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 5.1
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,762
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Electric Baseboard, Steam, Heat Pump, Oil
Cooling: Heat Pump, Ductless

Location

Location Information
Directions: Please refer to GPS
UnparsedAddress: 53 Bear Hill Rd, Merrimac MA 01860

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Conservation Area
HorseYN: Yes
Horse Amenities: Paddocks

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,395
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5.1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1856
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Essex County
APN: 2033818

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Wall Mounted Tvs, Window Acs, Washer & Dryer Are All Negotiable.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Dr Frederick N Sweetsir School

Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.9mi

Pentucket Regional Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi

6/10

Pentucket Regional Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi

7/10

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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

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 95° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Merrimac, MA • 01860

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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

$857,000 – $1.04M

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Home values near 53 Bear Hill Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
41 Bear Hill Road, Merrimac, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2472 Sq. Ft.	$748,365
42 Bear Hill Road, Merrimac, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2328 Sq. Ft.	$826,025
57 Bear Hill Road, Merrimac, MA 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2673 Sq. Ft.	$750,152
60 Bear Hill Road, Merrimac, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2944 Sq. Ft.	$769,324
55 Bear Hill Road, Merrimac, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3009 Sq. Ft.	$864,503
1 W Shore Road, Merrimac, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 4029 Sq. Ft.	$1,232,559
7 W Shore Road, Merrimac, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2852 Sq. Ft.	$1,110,929

Address	Redfin Estimate
51 Bear Hill Road, Merrimac, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1400 Sq. Ft.	$780,632
44 Bear Hill Road, Merrimac, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1247 Sq. Ft.	$518,000
61 Bear Hill Road, Merrimac, MA 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3859 Sq. Ft.	$900,873
46 Bear Hill Road, Merrimac, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1970 Sq. Ft.	$674,913
2 W Shore Road, Merrimac, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2923 Sq. Ft.	$850,731
3 W Shore Road, Merrimac, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3310 Sq. Ft.	$987,490
3 Lakewoods Drive, Merrimac, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3026 Sq. Ft.	$1,082,790

Address	Redfin Estimate
47 Bear Hill Road, Merrimac, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1960 Sq. Ft.	$733,714
40 Bear Hill Road, Merrimac, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1288 Sq. Ft.	$578,737
63 Bear Hill Road, Merrimac, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1884 Sq. Ft.	$633,032
49 Bear Hill Road, Merrimac, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1100 Sq. Ft.	$628,543
6 W Shore Road, Merrimac, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1524 Sq. Ft.	$737,936
5 W Shore Road, Merrimac, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2702 Sq. Ft.	$980,163
5 Lakewoods Drive, Merrimac, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 4396 Sq. Ft.	$1,236,200

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