Price Improvement! Discover the best of coastal living on one of Salisbury's most desirable streets. Nestled on 4.67 private acres, this 1985 Cape-style home offers the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience—just minutes to the Rail Trail, seacoast beaches, marinas, and vibrant downtown Newburyport. Recent updates include a new kitchen, new wood flooring throughout, a new 4-bedroom septic system, new roof, and a newly installed well pump. The main level features an open-concept living room with a cathedral ceiling and wood-burning stove, a cozy family room with direct backyard access, a beautiful kitchen that flows seamlessly into the dining area, a sunroom, and a convenient half bath with laundry. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and a full bath. Need more space? The finished bonus rooms above the two-car garage offer endless possibilities for a home office, guest suite, recreation room, or multigenerational living. Enjoy the privacy you've been searching for without sacrificing proximity to everything the Seacoast has to offer. O/H 8/1 11:30 AM - 12:30PM.
Est. $4,578 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 12 Baker Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73533784
Oct 1, 2026
Sold
$731,875
$266/sq ft
Aug 11, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 30, 2026
Price Changed
$789,000
$287/sq ft
Jul 22, 2026
Relisted
—
Jul 14, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 9, 2026
Price Changed
$799,000
$290/sq ft
Jun 25, 2026
Price Changed
$825,000
$300/sq ft
Jun 10, 2026
Listed
$849,000
$309/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,057 (+4.9%)
$198,000 + $362,800
$560,800
2022
$5,774 (+1.9%)
$180,500 + $337,800
$518,300
2021
$5,665 (+5.1%)
$180,500 + $322,600
$503,100
2020
$5,388 (−0.1%)
$180,500 + $289,700
$470,200
2019
$5,396 (+2.8%)
$180,500 + $274,500
$455,000
2018
$5,250 (+6.9%)
$180,500 + $265,200
$445,700
2017
$4,912 (+2.1%)
$165,900 + $246,200
$412,100
2016
$4,810 (+0.7%)
$163,600 + $248,600
$412,200
2015
$4,778 (+16.9%)
$152,200 + $254,400
$406,600
2014
$4,088 (+1.6%)
$132,600 + $214,100
$346,700
2013
$4,023 (−2.5%)
$132,600 + $216,900
$349,500
2012
$4,127 (+6.2%)
$156,600 + $219,600
$376,200
2011
$3,886
$145,700 + $219,900
$365,600
2010
$3,889 (+2.5%)
$171,800 + $222,600
$394,400
2009
$3,793
$182,700 + $231,400
$414,100
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2 Acres
Year renovated
1986
Sq. Ft.
2,752
Year built
1985
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
2145798
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Nov 4, 2026 • Active
1&2 family residential building permit - 2021 irc
Kitchen
Plumbing
Remodel
Jun 9, 2025 • Active
Electric
Install electrical wiring for a new septic pump.
Electrical
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 10
Parking Spaces: 12
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Skylight,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Skylight,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet