Welcome to 12 Rita Road — a beautiful 3-bedroom ranch on a quiet West Peabody cul-de-sac in the Burke Elementary district, a 2025 Massachusetts School of Recognition. Single-level living at its best. The updated kitchen opens to a living room and sunlit dining area. Three comfortable bedrooms, a full bath, and a convenient half bath complete the main floor. The full partially-finished basement adds bonus space for a family room, office, playroom, or gym. Central AC and gas heat provide year-round comfort. The private 15,098 sq ft lot offers a part fenced backyard, storage shed (with electricity) and mature landscaping - space to garden, entertain, and relax. Town sewer and water, updated systems, and off-street parking. Minutes to Brooksby Farm, North Shore Mall, and Routes 1/95/128, Meticulously cared for and set on one of West Peabody's most desirable streets — move-in ready. OH - Thursday, 7/23 5-7pm, SATURDAY 7/25 11-1pm, SUNDAY 7/26 11-1 pm
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
0.35 acresLot Size
$614Price/Sq.Ft.
6 spacesParking
Listed by Joanne Van Stry• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty
Listed by Jack Lister• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty
Est. $2,741 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 12 Rita Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73552383
Aug 21, 2026
Sold
$792,500
$614/sq ft
Aug 12, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 29, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 20, 2026
Listed
$725,000
$562/sq ft
MLS PIN #30459004
Dec 29, 2000
Sold
$280,000
$217/sq ft
Dec 11, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Nov 5, 2000
Listed
$289,000
$224/sq ft
SUPER FAMILY RANCH IN MOVE IN CONDITION KITCHEN OPEN TO DINING AREA/SUNROOM.FIREPLACED LIVING ROOM FORMAL DINING ROOM.LOWER LEVEL FINISHED INTO 2 ROOMS PLUS LAUDRY AND WORKSHOP NEEDS CARPETING.CUL DE SAC. SHED.
Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,291
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Taupe
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Storage, Fenced Yard
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1291
Below Grade Finished Area: 1122
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.35
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,944
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas 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
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: J. Henry Higgins Middle School
High School: Veterans Memorial High School
Location Information
Directions: Lowell to GoodDale to Rita Road - GPS
UnparsedAddress: 12 Rita Rd, Peabody MA 01960
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,118
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2098480
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Refrigerator Washing Machine
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
John E. Burke Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
7/10
J Henry Higgins Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
5/10
Peabody Veterans Memorial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
64% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Peabody, MA • 01960
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 18% for direct sun exposure in Peabody. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$718,000 – $869,000
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