The Charles Lake House circa 1866. Classic Greek Revival Victorian situated on 4 acres in Topsfield. Lovingly restored. Unspoiled. This home embodies all of the grandeur and craftmanship of a bygone era. Beautiful garden with fountain and wide graceful porches for entertaining or relaxing. A walk to village. Lot is flat and useable. This is a rare and very special property.
Single-familyProperty Type
1866Year Built
4.01 acresLot Size
$426Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Patricia Houlden• Vernon A. Martin, Inc.
LOVELY VICTORIAN HOME ON OVER 4 ACRES W/ LONG PAVED DRIVE. PERIOD DETAILS BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED. GOURMET KITCHEN, UPDATED BATHS. LARGE FRONT PORCH. GRACEFUL STAIRWAY. HIGH CEILINGS AND LOVELY LARGE WINDOWS.
MLS PIN #30411319
Jun 9, 2000
Sold
$1,200,000
$231/sq ft
Jun 1, 2000
Listing Removed
—
May 15, 2000
Listed
$1,200,000
$231/sq ft
BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED ITALIANATE VICTORIAN HOME ON OVER 4 AC WITH WIDE MOLDINGS, WAINSCOTING, HIGH CEILINGS, GORGEOUS SUNSETS OVER FIELDS & NEWER SEPTIC. SITTING ROOM/DEN ON SECOND FLOOR & STUDY, OFFICE AND PLAYROOM ON THE THIRD.
Public Records
Nov 30, 1995
Sold
$263,000
$51/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 14, 1995
Sold
$330,000
$63/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$24,322 (+13.4%)
$434,700 + $1,165,400
$1,600,100
2022
$21,439 (+7.2%)
$434,700 + $852,900
$1,287,600
2021
$20,001 (+2.9%)
$395,500 + $720,600
$1,116,100
2020
$19,442 (+2.5%)
$395,500 + $720,600
$1,116,100
2019
$18,974 (+2.6%)
$395,500 + $720,600
$1,116,100
2018
$18,494 (+5.1%)
$391,300 + $674,000
$1,065,300
2017
$17,590 (+3.7%)
$378,200 + $660,800
$1,039,000
2016
$16,968 (−7.6%)
$360,800 + $666,300
$1,027,100
2015
$18,358 (+5.9%)
$347,200 + $768,800
$1,116,000
2013
$17,338 (+1.2%)
$339,000 + $748,000
$1,087,000
2012
$17,129 (+4.7%)
$382,000 + $726,700
$1,108,700
2011
$16,360 (−4.3%)
$397,800 + $705,400
$1,103,200
2010
$17,091 (+3.6%)
$401,200 + $831,000
$1,232,200
2009
$16,501
$423,900 + $857,200
$1,281,100
Tax history for 49 Prospect St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$24,322 (+13.4%)
$434,700 + $1,165,400
$1,600,100
2022
$21,439 (+7.2%)
$434,700 + $852,900
$1,287,600
2021
$20,001 (+2.9%)
$395,500 + $720,600
$1,116,100
2020
$19,442 (+2.5%)
$395,500 + $720,600
$1,116,100
2019
$18,974 (+2.6%)
$395,500 + $720,600
$1,116,100
2018
$18,494 (+5.1%)
$391,300 + $674,000
$1,065,300
2017
$17,590 (+3.7%)
$378,200 + $660,800
$1,039,000
2016
$16,968 (−7.6%)
$360,800 + $666,300
$1,027,100
2015
$18,358 (+5.9%)
$347,200 + $768,800
$1,116,000
2013
$17,338 (+1.2%)
$339,000 + $748,000
$1,087,000
2012
$17,129 (+4.7%)
$382,000 + $726,700
$1,108,700
2011
$16,360 (−4.3%)
$397,800 + $705,400
$1,103,200
2010
$17,091 (+3.6%)
$401,200 + $831,000
$1,232,200
2009
$16,501
$423,900 + $857,200
$1,281,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
174,675
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,200
Year built
1866
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
3694460
Parking Spaces
12
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 18, 2021.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 10
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 221
Length: 13
Width: 17
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 266
Length: 14
Width: 19
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 238
Length: 14
Width: 17
Level: Second
Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 238
Length: 14
Width: 17
Level: Second
Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 195
Length: 13
Width: 15
Level: Second
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 54
Length: 6
Width: 9
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half
Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 88
Length: 8
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full
Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 63
Length: 7
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full
Living Room Information
Area: 510
Length: 15
Width: 34
Level: First
Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Family Room Information
Area: 306
Length: 17
Width: 18
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Area: 208
Length: 13
Width: 16
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Area: 208
Length: 13
Width: 16
Level: First
Features: Closet - Linen,Pantry
Office Room Information
Area: 169
Length: 13
Width: 13
Level: Third
Features: Closet - Linen,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry
Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 6X8
Laundry Features: Bathroom - Full, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 15
Window Features: Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Closet - Linen, Office, Game Room, Mud Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,800
Foundation Details: Stone, Granite
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Owner
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Color: white
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 4.01
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Dead End
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,953
Tax Year: 2005
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer, Inspection Required for Sale, Private Sewerage
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Location
Location Information
UnparsedAddress: 49 Prospect Street, Topsfield MA 01983
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Tennis Court(s), Park
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,200
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 12
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 4.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1866
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 3694460
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Nov 18, 2021
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
Exclusions: Refrigerator Negotiable
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Proctor Elementary School
Public 4-6 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Masconomet Regional Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
Masconomet Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% 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
60% 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
Topsfield, MA • 01983
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63
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Sun exposure
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.
9.1 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$2.11M – $2.55M
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