Located in the HEART of Topsfield is the SPRAWLING 1900's FARMHOUSE COLONIAL w/the perfect combination of CHARM, CHARACTER & TODAY'S AMENITIES! Walking through the vine covered trellis up the granite steps, you enter the spacious KITCHEN w/SS APPLIANCES, GRANITE COUNTERS & ISLAND. A seamless flow from the Kitchen is the DINING ROOM w/HW floors, BUILT IN CHINA CABINET & NEWER PELLET STOVE than can heat the entire downstairs! The SITTING ROOM/PLAYROOM/OFFICE adjacent to the Kitchen can be used in a variety of ways w/HW floors & SLIDERS to the deck overlooking the LUSH BACKYARD! Another versatile space w/garage entry is an OFFICE/PLAYROOM/GYM or MUDROOM w/a LOFT leading to the attic. The LIVING ROOM opens to the FAMILY ROOM w/beautiful EXPOSED BEAMS & another PELLET STOVE. A half bath w/washer & dryer complete the lower level. 3 BEDROOMS w/a FULL BATH is found on the 2nd level with a cozy landing spacious enough to read a bedtime story. CONVENIENTLY LOCATED close to SHOPPING & HIGHWAYS!
Quintessential New England farmhouse located in the heart of Topsfield that has been lovingly cared for and meticulously maintained and has a BRAND NEW SEPTIC SYSTEM! The heart of the home is an updated, open concept kitchen/dining area with a large island perfect for busy mornings, stunning hardwood flooring, built in china closet and updated stainless steel appliances. Adjacent to this is the sun drenched formal living room and an informal sitting area. Also on the first floor is a newer family room addition featuring a cozy pellet stove and marvelous woodwork, having direct access to the back yard making entertaining easy. First floor office/TV room and half bath with laundry round out the main level. Most of the major systems (heat, roof, windows) are less than 10 years old. All this and over 1 acre of land! Much of the gorgeous woodwork in this home was milled right here in Topsfield at Donibristle Farms! Masco Schools!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,207 (+3.4%)
$347,900 + $257,800
$605,700
2022
$8,901 (+10.0%)
$347,900 + $186,700
$534,600
2021
$8,089 (+2.9%)
$287,900 + $163,500
$451,400
2020
$7,863 (+6.3%)
$287,900 + $163,500
$451,400
2019
$7,397 (−0.7%)
$287,900 + $147,200
$435,100
2018
$7,451 (+10.5%)
$287,900 + $141,300
$429,200
2017
$6,742 (+4.8%)
$259,900 + $138,300
$398,200
2016
$6,431 (+4.7%)
$243,900 + $145,400
$389,300
2015
$6,141 (+8.4%)
$232,300 + $141,000
$373,300
2013
$5,665 (−0.2%)
$235,700 + $119,500
$355,200
2012
$5,679 (+5.4%)
$254,700 + $112,900
$367,600
2011
$5,386 (−0.3%)
$257,300 + $105,900
$363,200
2010
$5,401 (+1.5%)
$258,700 + $130,700
$389,400
2009
$5,321
$270,000 + $143,100
$413,100
Tax history for 96 High St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,207 (+3.4%)
$347,900 + $257,800
$605,700
2022
$8,901 (+10.0%)
$347,900 + $186,700
$534,600
2021
$8,089 (+2.9%)
$287,900 + $163,500
$451,400
2020
$7,863 (+6.3%)
$287,900 + $163,500
$451,400
2019
$7,397 (−0.7%)
$287,900 + $147,200
$435,100
2018
$7,451 (+10.5%)
$287,900 + $141,300
$429,200
2017
$6,742 (+4.8%)
$259,900 + $138,300
$398,200
2016
$6,431 (+4.7%)
$243,900 + $145,400
$389,300
2015
$6,141 (+8.4%)
$232,300 + $141,000
$373,300
2013
$5,665 (−0.2%)
$235,700 + $119,500
$355,200
2012
$5,679 (+5.4%)
$254,700 + $112,900
$367,600
2011
$5,386 (−0.3%)
$257,300 + $105,900
$363,200
2010
$5,401 (+1.5%)
$258,700 + $130,700
$389,400
2009
$5,321
$270,000 + $143,100
$413,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.