This home's estimate is 21.3% higher than the average sale price ($762K) of 6 comparable homes.
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74 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860
About this home
Dramatic price improvement! This lovingly maintained and upgraded home sits majestically above the Merrimac River with fabulous views and Merrimacport location. Light filled front porch welcomes your friends and guests where everyone will enjoy watching the change of season and river activity all year. This charming colonial cottage style home offers lots of modern amenities. The updated kitchen will impress with custom cabinetry, gas cooking and sunlit breakfast nook. The laundry, mudroom and 1st floor bath offer much convenience for the busy household. The living area is located adjacent to the kitchen and runs the length of the home and is centered on the gas fireplace. The spacious dining room is perfect for entertaining. The second floor offers 3 generous bedrooms, with great closet space, and updated bath. There is a spacious walk up attic for all your storage needs as well as a 2 car garage complete with workshop. This is a home you wont want to miss!
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Last updated August 2026
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Sale history for 74 River Rd
$245/sq ft
$254/sq ft
$262/sq ft
$85/sq ft
Tax history for 74 River Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
- Parking Information
- Has Garage
- # of Garage Spaces: 2
- # of Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Workshop in Garage, Off Street, Deeded
Interior
- Master Bedroom Information
- Area: 169
- Length: 13
- Width: 13
- Level: Second
- Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Dressing Room
- Bedroom #2 Information
- Area: 169
- Length: 13
- Width: 13
- Level: Second
- Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood
- Bedroom #3 Information
- Area: 128
- Length: 16
- Width: 8
- Level: Second
- Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
- Bathroom Information
- # of Bathrooms (Full): 2
- Main Level Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom #1 Information
- Area: 35
- Length: 7
- Width: 5
- Level: Main,First
- Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Wood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Bathroom #2 Information
- Area: 80
- Length: 10
- Width: 8
- Level: Second
- Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Remodeled
- Living Room Information
- Area: 299
- Length: 13
- Width: 23
- Level: First
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Dining Room Information
- Area: 156
- Length: 13
- Width: 12
- Level: First
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail
- Kitchen Information
- Area: 190
- Length: 10
- Width: 19
- Level: First
- Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Remodeled,Gas Stove
- Basement Information
- Basement: Full, Interior Entry
- Laundry Information
- Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Main Level, First Floor
- Fireplace Information
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces (Total): 1
- Fireplace Features: Living Room
- Interior Features
- # of Rooms (Total): 6
- Door Features: Insulated Doors
- Window Features: Insulated Windows
- Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Wood
- Interior Features: Closet, Pantry, Wainscoting, Mud Room, Sun Room
Exterior
- Building Information
- Building Area (Total): 2,003
- Foundation Details: Stone
- Year Built Source: Public Records
- Year Built Details: Renovated Since
- Color: Yellow
- Exterior Features
- Roof: Shingle
- Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Patio
- Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Patio, Storage, Professional Landscaping
- Property Information
- PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
- Has Waterview
- River
- Lot Information
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.88
- Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
- ViewYN: Has View
- View: Scenic View(s)
- WaterfrontYN: Yes
- Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $7,086
- Tax Year: 2016
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Utilities: for Gas Range
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Heating
- Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Location
- Location Information
- Directions: Broad or Locust St to River Rd. in Merrimacport
- UnparsedAddress: 74 River Rd, Merrimac MA 01860
- Community Information
- Senior CommunityYN: No
- Community Features: Public Transportation
Public facts
- Beds: 3
- Baths: 2.5
- Sq. Ft.: 1,680
- Stories: 2.0
- Lot Size: 2.88 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1830
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Essex County
- APN: 2032900
Other
- Miscellaneous Information
- Heat Zones: 2
- Listing Information
- StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Public 3-6 • Assigned • 0.8mi
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Estimated 14-22% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 95° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
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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| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
4 Beds | 2 Baths | 1630 Sq. Ft. | $622,914 |
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 3600 Sq. Ft. | $1,320,561 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
2 Beds | 1 Baths | 1161 Sq. Ft. | $489,030 |
4 Beds | 2 Baths | 1790 Sq. Ft. | $785,242 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 1276 Sq. Ft. | $560,046 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1879 Sq. Ft. | $658,396 |
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