Furnished Beach getaway is a great year round pied-à-terre. Located just ¼ mile to the Atlantic Path, Old Garden Beach & headlands with views of Rockport Harbor. Old Garden Beach is cherished for its stunning homes, coastal gardens & ocean views. Light-filled cottage offers 2 bedrooms with well-proportioned rooms. Sited on a corner lot with a spacious new deck for dining al fresco & oversized outdoor shower. Freshly painted interior, new hot water tank & gas fireplace insert for chilly nights. Enjoy strolls along the Atlantic Path, the Headlands & enjoy the buzz of the village located just 1/2 mile away. Come enjoy all this picture-perfect seaside town offers from the renowned Shalin Liu Performance Center, Rockport Art Association, galleries, shops, restaurants, sailing, kayaking, beaches & public access to miles of trails. Rockport offers stunning natural beauty, historic charm & the finest music and art north of Boston!
A CORNER LOT in the Old Garden Beach neighborhood! Adorable 2 bedroom cottage set on a level lawn with mature maple trees provides the perfect turn-key beach house, lucrative summer rental, or full time cozy residence, in an established year round community just a stone's throw from Old Garden Beach, schools, golf club and all downtown amenities. Superb yard for entertaining with sliders off the dining area leading directly to a small deck & spacious grassy lawn with garden shed and off-street parking. Propane fireplace for cool fall evenings, updated kitchen appliances and bathroom, plus newer sun room/dining area with walls of windows & cathedral ceiling. With room to expand this is a versatile property for the savvy buyer!
MLS PIN #71507325
Oct 4, 2013
Sold
$415,000
$567/sq ft
Sep 26, 2013
Contingent
—
Aug 26, 2013
Price Changed
$445,000
$608/sq ft
Apr 11, 2013
Listed
$459,000
$627/sq ft
Fabulous location near Old Garden Beach for weekend getaways or year-round living! Two bedroom cottage that has been updated with quality in mind for easy living. The living room boasts a cozy wood burning fireplace while the bright and airy sunroom leads out to a beautiful backyard for entertaining and family fun. Set on a corner lot within walking distance to beaches and town. Ready to move in and enjoy!
Public Records
Sep 26, 2007
Sold
$390,000
$533/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,767 (−4.2%)
$363,100 + $142,400
$505,500
2022
$4,978 (+5.9%)
$337,900 + $169,000
$506,900
2021
$4,702 (+15.4%)
$321,800 + $161,000
$482,800
2020
$4,074 (+10.8%)
$306,400 + $97,000
$403,400
2018
$3,676 (+5.0%)
$278,700 + $84,900
$363,600
2017
$3,501 (−0.3%)
$252,700 + $57,700
$310,400
2016
$3,511 (+9.7%)
$254,400 + $57,700
$312,100
2014
$3,200 (−2.4%)
$228,000 + $55,900
$283,900
2013
$3,279 (+3.0%)
$239,000 + $55,900
$294,900
2012
$3,184 (+7.2%)
$257,200 + $59,600
$316,800
2011
$2,970 (+9.4%)
$238,300 + $64,800
$303,100
2010
$2,716 (−9.1%)
$238,300 + $64,800
$303,100
2009
$2,988
$275,600 + $79,300
$354,900
Tax history for 18 Smith Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,767 (−4.2%)
$363,100 + $142,400
$505,500
2022
$4,978 (+5.9%)
$337,900 + $169,000
$506,900
2021
$4,702 (+15.4%)
$321,800 + $161,000
$482,800
2020
$4,074 (+10.8%)
$306,400 + $97,000
$403,400
2018
$3,676 (+5.0%)
$278,700 + $84,900
$363,600
2017
$3,501 (−0.3%)
$252,700 + $57,700
$310,400
2016
$3,511 (+9.7%)
$254,400 + $57,700
$312,100
2014
$3,200 (−2.4%)
$228,000 + $55,900
$283,900
2013
$3,279 (+3.0%)
$239,000 + $55,900
$294,900
2012
$3,184 (+7.2%)
$257,200 + $59,600
$316,800
2011
$2,970 (+9.4%)
$238,300 + $64,800
$303,100
2010
$2,716 (−9.1%)
$238,300 + $64,800
$303,100
2009
$2,988
$275,600 + $79,300
$354,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,148 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1999
Sq. Ft.
700
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
2119520
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 120
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 120
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 35
Length: 7
Width: 5
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - With Shower Stall
Laundry Features: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 732
Foundation Area: 1,200
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Natural
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Vinyl
Exterior Features: Deck - Vinyl
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Frontage Length: 187
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,104
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Electric Baseboard
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Main Street, right onto Mount Pleasant, left onto Smith Road
UnparsedAddress: 18 Smith Road, Rockport MA 01966
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 700
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,148 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Essex County
APN: 2119520
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Rockport Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Rockport High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
6/10
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 87° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Rockport, MA • 01966
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Sun exposure
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.
9 hrs
4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$774,000 – $937,000
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