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Off Market Jan 2017 for $452K

$829,413

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,387/mo

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1,832

sq ft

78 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860

About this home

Beautiful views of the Merrimack River from this four-bedroom Antique Colonial with an abundance of warmth and period detail. The spacious & sun filled kitchen has newer appliances, lighting and flooring and will certainly be a wonderful gathering space. The fireplaced living room boasts a captivating view of the river as it meanders by. The dining and living rooms have lovely built-ins. Gorgeous wide pine flooring throughout. There is also a walk-up attic. Outdoors, enjoy the covered veranda and views of the scenic river. Attractive park-like grounds (.8 acres) with lovely landscaping complete this enviable home. A must see!

Single-familyProperty Type

1880Year Built

0.8 acresLot Size

$453Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Deborah Brown • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Beverly

Bought with Philip Bowler • RE/MAX Main St. Associates

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•Source:MLS PIN #72077299

Redfin Estimate

$829,413

$377K since sold in January 2017$6,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 24.3% higher than the average sale price ($668K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$700,000
A
4 beds2 baths1,859 sq ft
10 Buttonwood Rd, Amesbury, MA 01913
SOLD JUL 20, 2026
$585,000
B
4 beds1.5 baths1,876 sq ft
2 North St, Merrimac, MA 01860
SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$685,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,510 sq ft
25 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$710,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,957 sq ft
3 Prospect Hill St, Merrimac, MA 01860
SOLD FEB 13, 2026
$500,000
E
4 beds2 baths1,808 sq ft
20 Albion Ln, West Newbury, MA 01985
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F
4 beds2.5 baths2,918 sq ft
104 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860

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$2,925/mo

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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

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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 78 River Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72077299

Jan 25, 2017

Sold

$452,500

$247/sq ft

Nov 4, 2016

Pending

—

Oct 25, 2016

Price Changed

$449,900

$246/sq ft

Oct 5, 2016

Listed

$459,900

$251/sq ft

MLS PIN #70617516

Jul 19, 2007

Sold

$378,000

$206/sq ft

Jul 19, 2007

Listed

$419,000

$229/sq ft

Great Location! Don’t miss this opportunity to live by the Merrimack River. This sun filled home is ready for your personal touches. Beautifully landscaped yard, large eat-in kitchen, 2 car garage, central air, wide pine floors, fireplaced living room with built-ins, full basement with work area, and walk-up attic are a few of the features of this property. Pentucket School District. A new roof in 2006. A new furnace and new kitchen appliances in 2007.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$8,766 (+18.7%)

$348,000 + $245,500

$593,500

2022

$7,384 (+2.0%)

$243,400 + $208,500

$451,900

2021

$7,239 (+9.5%)

$235,600 + $208,500

$444,100

2020

$6,608 (−3.5%)

$235,600 + $208,500

$444,100

2019

$6,847 (+1.6%)

$235,600 + $197,500

$433,100

2018

$6,737 (−2.2%)

$235,600 + $191,900

$427,500

2017

$6,887 (+8.2%)

$235,600 + $185,900

$421,500

2016

$6,365 (+3.6%)

$212,000 + $181,900

$393,900

2015

$6,143 (+2.3%)

$212,000 + $166,000

$378,000

2014

$6,006 (+2.8%)

$212,000 + $166,000

$378,000

2013

$5,840 (+11.4%)

$212,000 + $166,000

$378,000

2012

$5,241 (+4.1%)

$181,900 + $162,000

$343,900

2011

$5,034 (+4.6%)

$181,900 + $177,900

$359,800

2010

$4,811 (+5.0%)

$181,900 + $185,900

$367,800

2009

$4,582

$207,400 + $178,900

$386,300

Tax history for 78 River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$8,766 (+18.7%)

$348,000 + $245,500

$593,500

2022

$7,384 (+2.0%)

$243,400 + $208,500

$451,900

2021

$7,239 (+9.5%)

$235,600 + $208,500

$444,100

2020

$6,608 (−3.5%)

$235,600 + $208,500

$444,100

2019

$6,847 (+1.6%)

$235,600 + $197,500

$433,100

2018

$6,737 (−2.2%)

$235,600 + $191,900

$427,500

2017

$6,887 (+8.2%)

$235,600 + $185,900

$421,500

2016

$6,365 (+3.6%)

$212,000 + $181,900

$393,900

2015

$6,143 (+2.3%)

$212,000 + $166,000

$378,000

2014

$6,006 (+2.8%)

$212,000 + $166,000

$378,000

2013

$5,840 (+11.4%)

$212,000 + $166,000

$378,000

2012

$5,241 (+4.1%)

$181,900 + $162,000

$343,900

2011

$5,034 (+4.6%)

$181,900 + $177,900

$359,800

2010

$4,811 (+5.0%)

$181,900 + $185,900

$367,800

2009

$4,582

$207,400 + $178,900

$386,300

*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

0.8 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,832

Year built

1880

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2032895

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: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood

Kitchen Information
Level: First

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

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

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Pine, Other
Interior Features: Mud Room, Walk-Up Attic

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,832
Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Lt. green

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Exterior Features: Porch, Rain Gutters

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Has Waterview
River

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.8
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,365
Tax Year: 2016

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Broad to River Road
UnparsedAddress: 78 River Road, Merrimac MA 01860

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Highway Access

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,832
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.8 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2032895

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Helen R Donaghue School

Public 3-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi

6/10

Pentucket Regional Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi

6/10

Pentucket Regional Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi

7/10

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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

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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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

$788,000 – $954,000

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92 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1630 Sq. Ft.	$626,016
101 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4952 Sq. Ft.	$1,746,128

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