Step back in time and experience the charm of the Historic Moody House, nestled on 1.8 acres in a peaceful country setting. This property includes a 1,512 sq. ft. carriage house with potential for a downstairs workshop, office, or business and an upstairs rental or extended family living. The main house showcases historic character with fireplaces, stained glass windows, wide pumpkin pine floors, beamed ceilings, built in shelving, & charming nooks. The kitchen features vaulted ceilings, skylights, & stainless steel appliances. Characteristics such as a convenient 1st floor bedroom & a deep copper tub ensures comfort. Enjoy the private backyard oasis, patio, & sunroom while you unwind, surrounded by established perennial gardens and trees! 2 miles to Salisbury Beach. Minutes from downtown Newburyport & commuter train to Boston. Salisbury Rail Trail nearby. Discover the unique features of this home! House has been pre-inspected for peace of mind. Showings by appt.
Single-familyProperty Type
1680Year Built
1.8 acresLot Size
$236Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
10 spacesParking
Listed by Tami Mallett• Cameron Prestige - Amesbury
Step back in time and experience the charm of the Historic Moody House, nestled on 1.8 acres of serene privacy in a peaceful country setting. This unique property includes a 1,512 sq. ft. carriage house with potential for a downstairs workshop, office, or business and an upstairs rental or extended family living. The main house showcases historic character with fireplaces, stained glass windows, wide pumpkin pine floors, beamed ceilings, built-in shelving, and charming nooks. The open kitchen features vaulted ceilings, skylights, and stainless steel appliances. Characteristics such as a convenient 1st floor bedroom and a deep copper tub ensures comfort. Enjoy the private backyard oasis with a pool, jacuzzi, patio, and sunroom. Unwind, surrounded by established perennial gardens and trees. 2 miles to Salisbury Beach and just minutes from downtown Newburyport and the commuter train to Boston. Explore the Salisbury Rail Trail nearby. Come discover the unique features of this home! House has been pre-inspected for peace of mind. Showings by appointment.
MLS PIN #73297434
May 13, 2025
Sold
$750,000
$185/sq ft
Jan 5, 2025
Contingent
—
Oct 2, 2024
Listed
$749,900
$185/sq ft
MLS PIN #30458128
Sep 27, 2001
Sold
$470,000
$116/sq ft
Aug 13, 2001
Listing Removed
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Nov 1, 2000
Listed
$495,000
$122/sq ft
FIRST PERIOD ANTQ., THE MOODY HOUSE, AUTHENTICLY RESTORED TO PERIOD.12 YR. OLD ADDITION HAS LARGE GOURMET KITCHEN, DINING ROOM & MSTR. BEDRM. SUITE.KEEPING ROOM HAS AUTH. COOKING FPL CARRIAGE HOUSE HAS 2 FINISHED FLOORS TO USE AS HOME OFFICE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,184 (+7.5%)
$208,000 + $457,200
$665,200
2022
$6,684 (+2.1%)
$186,200 + $413,800
$600,000
2021
$6,544 (+2.3%)
$186,200 + $395,000
$581,200
2020
$6,394 (+3.5%)
$195,000 + $362,900
$557,900
2019
$6,176 (+2.5%)
$187,400 + $333,300
$520,700
2018
$6,024 (+6.7%)
$176,600 + $334,800
$511,400
2017
$5,648 (+6.4%)
$168,900 + $304,900
$473,800
2016
$5,308 (−4.0%)
$148,200 + $306,600
$454,800
2015
$5,531 (+2.3%)
$142,700 + $328,000
$470,700
2014
$5,409 (+2.3%)
$129,600 + $329,200
$458,800
2013
$5,285 (+4.5%)
$129,600 + $329,600
$459,200
2012
$5,055 (+3.8%)
$129,600 + $331,200
$460,800
2011
$4,870 (+1.5%)
$125,300 + $332,800
$458,100
2010
$4,800 (−0.5%)
$153,600 + $333,200
$486,800
2009
$4,822
$164,500 + $361,900
$526,400
Tax history for 8 Ferry Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,184 (+7.5%)
$208,000 + $457,200
$665,200
2022
$6,684 (+2.1%)
$186,200 + $413,800
$600,000
2021
$6,544 (+2.3%)
$186,200 + $395,000
$581,200
2020
$6,394 (+3.5%)
$195,000 + $362,900
$557,900
2019
$6,176 (+2.5%)
$187,400 + $333,300
$520,700
2018
$6,024 (+6.7%)
$176,600 + $334,800
$511,400
2017
$5,648 (+6.4%)
$168,900 + $304,900
$473,800
2016
$5,308 (−4.0%)
$148,200 + $306,600
$454,800
2015
$5,531 (+2.3%)
$142,700 + $328,000
$470,700
2014
$5,409 (+2.3%)
$129,600 + $329,200
$458,800
2013
$5,285 (+4.5%)
$129,600 + $329,600
$459,200
2012
$5,055 (+3.8%)
$129,600 + $331,200
$460,800
2011
$4,870 (+1.5%)
$125,300 + $332,800
$458,100
2010
$4,800 (−0.5%)
$153,600 + $333,200
$486,800
2009
$4,822
$164,500 + $361,900
$526,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.8 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Essex County
APN
2144394
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Sep 11, 2025 • Active
Plumbing
Replace the boiler in a residential building.
Gas
Plumbing
Sep 11, 2025 • Active
Gas
Replace the boiler in a residential building.
Gas
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Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Pool - Inground, Hot Tub/Spa, Storage
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Has Spa
Pool Features: In Ground
Spa Features: Private
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.8
Lot Features: Wooded, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,383
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas, Electric, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Head east toward Beach Rd, turn right onto Ferry Road, destination will be on the right.
UnparsedAddress: 8 Ferry Road, Salisbury MA 01952
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.8 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2144394
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Downstairs Sink Excluded--Will Be Replaced. Stained Glass Lamps Over Kitchen & Dining Room Table.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Salisbury Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Triton Regional Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 7.3mi
7/10
Triton Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.3mi
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
7 days above 91° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
68% 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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Salisbury, MA • 01952
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Estimated sale price
$909,000 – $1.10M
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