This beautiful colonial situated on a private lot in one of Wenham’s most sought-after family neighborhoods is a gem! The well thought out floor plan offers 3 levels of living. The 1st floor, perfect for entertaining, has an impressive sun-filled great room w/ a fireplace, cathedral ceilings & access to a gorgeous deck overlooking the property. The kitchen is adorned w/ upgraded appliances, granite counter tops, island & separate eat in area. A dining room, formal living room & home office finish off the first floor. The master suite has a large walk in closet & attached bath. There are crown moldings, hardwood floors & French doors throughout. The finished lower level w/ full bath, guest sleeping area & rec space w/ sliding doors give easy access to the back yard & could easily be used as an in law or Au pair suite. Convenient to Rt. 128 & the commuter rail, located within the top-notch Ham/Wen schools & just minutes to Beverly Farms & downtown Hamilton, this home has it all!
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
0.5 acresLot Size
$371Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Katie McClain• Engel & Volkers By the Sea
Bought with Leslie Pappas• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Beverly
Beautiful Colonial situated on private, elevated, lot in wonderful neighborhood convenient to Rt. 128, top notch schools and Beverly Farms. Three level living. Formal living room with fireplace & dining room; eat-in gourmet kitchen; expansive, sun-filled great room with fireplace & cathedral ceiling; deck & study on first floor. 4 bedrooms (or office) and master suite with Jacuzzi bath on second level. Finished lower level with bedroom area, full bath & recreational space. Walk out to gardens.
MLS PIN #30678782
Aug 1, 2003
Sold
$899,000
$210/sq ft
Jul 7, 2003
Listing Removed
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Jan 8, 2003
Listed
$899,000
$210/sq ft
SPACIOUS NEW 9 ROOM COLONIAL WITH LARGE ENTRY FOYER, 24X24 FAMILY ROOM OFF EAT-IN ISLAND KITCHEN W/BAY WINDOW, 3 FIREPLACES, MASTER SUITE W/FP, 10X8 WALK-IN CLOSET && 10.6X10.9 MASTER BATH. EXC. LOCATION NEAR GORDON COLLEGE
Public Records
Jun 12, 2002
Sold
$145,000
$34/sq ft
MLS PIN #30275647
Dec 18, 1998
Sold
$481,400
$112/sq ft
Dec 1, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Nov 13, 1998
Listed
$499,000
$116/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$19,009 (+3.6%)
$557,800 + $537,800
$1,095,600
2022
$18,352 (+21.2%)
$413,200 + $524,100
$937,300
2021
$15,136 (+13.1%)
$375,200 + $393,900
$769,100
2020
$13,383 (+5.1%)
$370,800 + $335,800
$706,600
2019
$12,733 (−0.3%)
$370,800 + $335,800
$706,600
2018
$12,768 (+2.5%)
$414,000 + $265,500
$679,500
2017
$12,455 (+7.9%)
$414,000 + $265,500
$679,500
2016
$11,538 (+4.5%)
$414,000 + $265,500
$679,500
2015
$11,042 (−8.1%)
$414,000 + $265,500
$679,500
2014
$12,017 (+10.1%)
$288,800 + $301,800
$590,600
2013
$10,914 (−14.3%)
$288,800 + $301,800
$590,600
2012
$12,729 (+16.7%)
$412,100 + $299,400
$711,500
2011
$10,905 (+3.3%)
$329,200 + $305,900
$635,100
2010
$10,561 (+6.8%)
$356,700 + $322,000
$678,700
2009
$9,884
$398,900 + $322,000
$720,900
Tax history for 40 Parsons Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$19,009 (+3.6%)
$557,800 + $537,800
$1,095,600
2022
$18,352 (+21.2%)
$413,200 + $524,100
$937,300
2021
$15,136 (+13.1%)
$375,200 + $393,900
$769,100
2020
$13,383 (+5.1%)
$370,800 + $335,800
$706,600
2019
$12,733 (−0.3%)
$370,800 + $335,800
$706,600
2018
$12,768 (+2.5%)
$414,000 + $265,500
$679,500
2017
$12,455 (+7.9%)
$414,000 + $265,500
$679,500
2016
$11,538 (+4.5%)
$414,000 + $265,500
$679,500
2015
$11,042 (−8.1%)
$414,000 + $265,500
$679,500
2014
$12,017 (+10.1%)
$288,800 + $301,800
$590,600
2013
$10,914 (−14.3%)
$288,800 + $301,800
$590,600
2012
$12,729 (+16.7%)
$412,100 + $299,400
$711,500
2011
$10,905 (+3.3%)
$329,200 + $305,900
$635,100
2010
$10,561 (+6.8%)
$356,700 + $322,000
$678,700
2009
$9,884
$398,900 + $322,000
$720,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,246
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
3220239
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
UnparsedAddress: 40 Parsons Hill Road, Wenham MA 01984
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,246
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 3220239
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2025
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5
Listing Information
Exclusions: Dining Room Chandelier
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Winthrop School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.4mi
9/10
Miles River Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi
8/10
Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi
9/10
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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 93° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$1.51M – $1.83M
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