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Off Market May 2025 for $1M

$1,307,830

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,624/mo

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4,034

sq ft

56 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860

About this home

Perched high upon a hill in quaint Merrimac, MA, this 4-bed, 3.5-bath contemporary offers 4,000+ sq. ft. of sun-filled living space with unparalleled, unobstructed water views. Set on 2+ private acres, oversized windows flood every level with natural light, highlighting the open-concept layout — perfect for entertaining & everyday comfort. The large front entry makes a statement from the moment you enter the home & you will continue to fall in love as you proceed to the main-level to find the the kitchen, living/dining area & primary suite - featuring a spacious walk-in closet & sizeable full bath with a double vanity. Enjoy warm evenings on the front deck overlooking the river or relax on the back deck surrounded by nature. An expansive two-car attached garage offers opportunity for additional storage & ample parking in the extended driveway allows you to host with ease. Meticulously maintained by its original owner, this one-of-a-kind riverside retreat is ready for its next chapter!

Single-familyProperty Type

2000Year Built

2.31 acresLot Size

$324Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Juli Ford Group • eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office

Bought with Patrick Burns • MerryFox Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #73351081

Redfin Estimate

$1,307,830

$233K since sold in May 2025$18K since July

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This home's estimate is 2.4% higher than the average sale price ($1.28M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 6, 2026
$1,100,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths3,175 sq ft
32 W Shore Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$1,300,000
B
4 beds3 baths3,600 sq ft
19 Crane Neck St, West Newbury, MA 01985
SOLD APR 3, 2026
$1,400,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths4,000 sq ft
718 Main St, West Newbury, MA 01985
SOLD MAY 19, 2026
$1,810,000
D
4 beds3 baths3,299 sq ft
5 Dole Pl, West Newbury, MA 01985
SOLD DEC 18, 2025
$1,283,000
E
3 beds3.5 baths3,511 sq ft
151 River Rd, West Newbury, MA 01985
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$766,500
F
4 beds3.5 baths2,482 sq ft
11 Amesbury Ave, Amesbury, MA 01913

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Market trends in 01860, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.9%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$710K

$85K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

0 MoM

New listings for sale

$689,900
3 beds1.5 baths1,475 sq ft
27 Union Street Ext Unit C, Merrimac, MA 01860
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Sale history for 56 River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$13,060 (+10.8%)

$426,700 + $457,500

$884,200

2022

$11,791 (+1.6%)

$299,100 + $422,500

$721,600

2021

$11,606 (+9.5%)

$289,500 + $422,500

$712,000

2020

$10,595 (−5.0%)

$289,500 + $422,500

$712,000

2019

$11,152 (+2.3%)

$289,500 + $415,900

$705,400

2018

$10,901 (−3.5%)

$289,500 + $402,200

$691,700

2017

$11,302 (+5.5%)

$289,500 + $402,200

$691,700

2016

$10,712 (+2.2%)

$260,700 + $402,200

$662,900

2015

$10,481 (+2.3%)

$260,700 + $384,300

$645,000

2014

$10,249 (+2.8%)

$260,700 + $384,300

$645,000

2013

$9,965 (+4.1%)

$260,700 + $384,300

$645,000

2012

$9,569 (+4.8%)

$241,600 + $386,300

$627,900

2011

$9,133 (+6.7%)

$241,600 + $411,200

$652,800

2010

$8,561 (+1.6%)

$241,600 + $412,900

$654,500

2009

$8,430

$276,600 + $434,200

$710,800

Tax history for 56 River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$13,060 (+10.8%)

$426,700 + $457,500

$884,200

2022

$11,791 (+1.6%)

$299,100 + $422,500

$721,600

2021

$11,606 (+9.5%)

$289,500 + $422,500

$712,000

2020

$10,595 (−5.0%)

$289,500 + $422,500

$712,000

2019

$11,152 (+2.3%)

$289,500 + $415,900

$705,400

2018

$10,901 (−3.5%)

$289,500 + $402,200

$691,700

2017

$11,302 (+5.5%)

$289,500 + $402,200

$691,700

2016

$10,712 (+2.2%)

$260,700 + $402,200

$662,900

2015

$10,481 (+2.3%)

$260,700 + $384,300

$645,000

2014

$10,249 (+2.8%)

$260,700 + $384,300

$645,000

2013

$9,965 (+4.1%)

$260,700 + $384,300

$645,000

2012

$9,569 (+4.8%)

$241,600 + $386,300

$627,900

2011

$9,133 (+6.7%)

$241,600 + $411,200

$652,800

2010

$8,561 (+1.6%)

$241,600 + $412,900

$654,500

2009

$8,430

$276,600 + $434,200

$710,800

*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

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.31 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

4,034

Year built

2000

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2032878

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: 10
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 265.94
Length: 15.42
Width: 17.25
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Dressing Room,Half Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 287.58
Length: 17
Width: 16.92
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 219.44
Length: 16.67
Width: 13.17
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 231.29
Length: 15.17
Width: 15.25
Level: Third
Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 121.01
Length: 17.08
Width: 7.08
Level: Main,Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Marble,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 62.12
Length: 5.25
Width: 11.83
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 74.67
Length: 9.33
Width: 8
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Overhead

Living Room Information
Area: 398.19
Length: 23.08
Width: 17.25
Level: Second
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Overhead

Dining Room Information
Area: 211.83
Length: 15.5
Width: 13.67
Level: Second
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen Information
Area: 316.02
Length: 19.25
Width: 16.42
Level: Second
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Wet Bar,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Wine Chiller,Lighting - Pendant

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 11'7"X7'11"
Laundry Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Closet - Linen, Lighting - Overhead, Storage, Closet, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Sconce, Bathroom, Mud Room, Foyer, Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,034
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Brown
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Storage

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Has Waterview
River

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 2.31
Lot Features: Cleared, Steep Slope
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: $13,998.63
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
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UnparsedAddress: 56 River Rd, Merrimac MA 01860

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,034
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2032878

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Helen R Donaghue School

Public 3-6 • Assigned • 0.5mi

6/10

Pentucket Regional Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi

6/10

Pentucket Regional Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi

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 9.1 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

$1.24M – $1.51M

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Home values near 56 River Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
36 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2391 Sq. Ft.	$938,281
46 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2007 Sq. Ft.	$1,147,565

Address	Redfin Estimate
40 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2525 Sq. Ft.	$779,605
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Address	Redfin Estimate
42 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2536 Sq. Ft.	$895,473
54 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1554 Sq. Ft.	$1,121,369

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