Charming country Victorian farmhouse situated on 1.5 well manicured acres with woodland backyard views.. A beautiful open floor plan on the main level affords effortless entertaining. Expansive family mudroom, well equipped GE Cafe brand kitchen leads to a relaxing back deck. Direct access to the heart of Topsfield Village and walking/biking trails. Detached garage, warm wood details, finished third floor and high ceilings. Renovations and expansion give the perfect blend of old world charm and new. Finished, heated attached barn includes an exercise room, workshop and studio. Floor plans attached.
Single-familyProperty Type
1881Year Built
1.5 acresLot Size
$316Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Karen Evans• Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Bought with Wendy Willis• Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Experience the charm of this 1881 Victorian with all the modern updates. Central AC, recessed lighting and a GE Cafe brand suite of kitchen appliances make for comfortable living. Close to Topsfield Commons, 95, and the Border to Boston Trail. The large updated cherry kitchen seats 4 at the breakfast bar, and opens into a large dining room and further living room. 1st floor accessible bathroom. Large first floor office/ living space/ den. Laundry room is on the first floor. 2nd floor primary bedroom suite/ walk in closet, bathroom. 3rd floor has unfinished storage. Renovated attached barn is perfect for a variety of uses currently set up as an office upstairs and a workshop/ storage room on first floor. Relax on the spacious and private back deck that overlooks the1.5 acres of lawn and woodland. Emergency Generator stays. 2018 roof, New furnace and AC in 2021, New windows 1st floor 2007 and 2023. Well taken care of! OH and private showings Thurs-Sun. Monday for pre-inspections.
MLS PIN #72054401
Oct 26, 2016
Sold
$680,000
$167/sq ft
Sep 13, 2016
Pending
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Sep 6, 2016
Price Changed
$689,000
$169/sq ft
Aug 17, 2016
Listed
$709,900
$174/sq ft
+22
Beautifully renovated and recently expanded 1881 Victorian farmhouse in great location. The kitchen is the heart of the home with cherry cabinets and granite. Eat-in area opens to large family room. First floor also features convenient mudroom with storage and large entryway, half bath, formal living room or office, dining or sitting room and separate laundry room. This home has the added appeal of an attached barn with a heated workshop, exercise room or second office, separate entry and great room above. Master suite with cathedral ceiling, full bath and walk-in closet, 3 large bedrooms and full bath complete the second floor. Third floor presents a spacious multi-use room. Backyard offers a large mahogany deck overlooking lawn and woods, with a sportscourt and shed. Central A/C, recent gas furnace and electric, storage galore, alarm system, wood floors throughout, walk to town and a thoughtful floorplan for today's living are just a few of the hallmarks of this spectacular home!
MLS PIN #30144997
May 27, 1997
Sold
$309,000
$76/sq ft
Mar 8, 1997
Listing Removed
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Jan 29, 1997
Listed
$309,000
$76/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$13,046 (+3.1%)
$360,000 + $498,300
$858,300
2022
$12,656 (+5.0%)
$360,000 + $400,100
$760,100
2021
$12,055 (+2.9%)
$298,000 + $374,700
$672,700
2020
$11,718 (+2.5%)
$298,000 + $374,700
$672,700
2019
$11,436
$298,000 + $374,700
$672,700
2018
$11,442 (+28.1%)
$298,000 + $361,100
$659,100
2017
$8,929 (+3.3%)
$269,000 + $258,400
$527,400
2016
$8,645 (−4.4%)
$252,400 + $270,900
$523,300
2015
$9,044 (+11.3%)
$239,800 + $310,000
$549,800
2013
$8,127 (+3.5%)
$242,700 + $266,800
$509,500
2012
$7,852 (+3.7%)
$262,100 + $246,100
$508,200
2011
$7,569 (−2.6%)
$269,400 + $241,000
$510,400
2010
$7,773 (+1.4%)
$268,700 + $291,700
$560,400
2009
$7,665
$284,000 + $311,100
$595,100
Tax history for 70 Washington St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$13,046 (+3.1%)
$360,000 + $498,300
$858,300
2022
$12,656 (+5.0%)
$360,000 + $400,100
$760,100
2021
$12,055 (+2.9%)
$298,000 + $374,700
$672,700
2020
$11,718 (+2.5%)
$298,000 + $374,700
$672,700
2019
$11,436
$298,000 + $374,700
$672,700
2018
$11,442 (+28.1%)
$298,000 + $361,100
$659,100
2017
$8,929 (+3.3%)
$269,000 + $258,400
$527,400
2016
$8,645 (−4.4%)
$252,400 + $270,900
$523,300
2015
$9,044 (+11.3%)
$239,800 + $310,000
$549,800
2013
$8,127 (+3.5%)
$242,700 + $266,800
$509,500
2012
$7,852 (+3.7%)
$262,100 + $246,100
$508,200
2011
$7,569 (−2.6%)
$269,400 + $241,000
$510,400
2010
$7,773 (+1.4%)
$268,700 + $291,700
$560,400
2009
$7,665
$284,000 + $311,100
$595,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,239
Year built
1881
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
3694059
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 430.61
Length: 28.9
Width: 14.9
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 155.52
Length: 10.8
Width: 14.4
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 145.8
Length: 10.8
Width: 13.5
Level: Second
Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 180.56
Length: 12.2
Width: 14.8
Level: Second
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 96.94
Length: 13.1
Width: 7.4
Level: First
Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 77.6
Length: 12.7
Width: 6.11
Level: Second
Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 70.4
Length: 8
Width: 8.8
Level: Second
Living Room Information
Area: 194.3
Length: 13.4
Width: 14.5
Level: First
Family Room Information
Area: 254.94
Length: 17.11
Width: 14.9
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Area: 198.17
Length: 13.3
Width: 14.9
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Area: 244
Length: 12.2
Width: 20
Level: First
Office Room Information
Area: 209.76
Length: 15.2
Width: 13.8
Level: First
Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 5.7X2.11
Laundry Features: First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup