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Off market feb 2020 for $825K

$1,462,248

•

2,740

sq ft

225 River Rd, West Newbury, MA 01985

About this home

Enjoy Spectacular MILLION DOLLAR WATER VIEWS and daily EAGLE sightings from Contemporary Home! Find your serenity with the beautiful Merrimack River views from your floor to ceiling windows & wraparound 2 yr old mahoghany multi level deck in this private oasis. Adorned by mature plantings, largely surrounded by non buildable Greenbelt land, yet located just 10 minutes from downtown Newburyport's vibrant restaurant scene. Flexible floor plan offers 2 potential bedrooms on the 1st floor and 3 potential bedrooms on the 2nd. Two large rooms on 1st floor have soaring ceilings and abundant space. First time on the market in 37 years, this beauty has been lovingly cared for & maintained. Hardwood flooring throughout 1st floor and tile in the Bonus Room/Studio/Oversized Master. New carpet in the 2nd floor bedrooms. Heat, water & roof in great condition. Large basement, 2 car heated garage & separate Barn on property. Boat/Dock rights /access available w/ permit.

Single-familyProperty Type

1975Year Built

2.35 acresLot Size

$534Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Barb Cullen • Keller Williams Realty

Bought with Cosgrove-Yeastedt Group • Bentley's

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•Source:MLS PIN #72546836

Redfin Estimate

$1,462,248

$637K since sold in February 2020$29K since September

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This home's estimate is 43.9% higher than the average sale price ($1.02M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$750,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,180 sq ft
2 Skunk Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860
SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$605,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,141 sq ft
31 Kimball Rd, Amesbury, MA 01913
SOLD JUL 14, 2026
$1,305,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths3,348 sq ft
15 Parsons Rd, West Newbury, MA 01985
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$2,155,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths3,151 sq ft
237 Storey Ave, Newburyport, MA 01950
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$700,000
E
4 beds2 baths1,859 sq ft
10 Buttonwood Rd, Amesbury, MA 01913
BOUGHT WITH REDFIN JUN 23, 2026
$579,900
F
3 beds2 baths2,205 sq ft
8 Old County Rd, Amesbury, MA 01913

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Market trends in 01985, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.5%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.1M

$175K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

0 MoM

New listings for sale

$525,000
3 beds2 baths1,814 sq ft
390 Main St Unit A, West Newbury, MA 01985
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Sale history for 225 River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,215 (+11.5%)

$702,900 + $404,500

$1,107,400

2022

$10,957 (+4.3%)

$487,300 + $354,900

$842,200

2021

$10,507 (+1.7%)

$411,000 + $295,100

$706,100

2020

$10,333 (−2.0%)

$411,000 + $305,600

$716,600

2019

$10,543 (+8.2%)

$411,000 + $312,600

$723,600

2018

$9,748

$378,400 + $291,100

$669,500

2017

$9,753 (+7.4%)

$378,400 + $291,900

$670,300

2015

$9,083 (+8.0%)

$330,400 + $248,500

$578,900

2014

$8,409 (+0.3%)

$300,000 + $232,200

$532,200

2013

$8,382 (+3.5%)

$300,000 + $232,200

$532,200

2012

$8,102 (+6.0%)

$313,300 + $233,000

$546,300

2011

$7,647 (+0.2%)

$324,200 + $234,800

$559,000

2010

$7,628 (−0.3%)

$352,500 + $237,900

$590,400

2009

$7,651

$380,800 + $252,600

$633,400

Tax history for 225 River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,215 (+11.5%)

$702,900 + $404,500

$1,107,400

2022

$10,957 (+4.3%)

$487,300 + $354,900

$842,200

2021

$10,507 (+1.7%)

$411,000 + $295,100

$706,100

2020

$10,333 (−2.0%)

$411,000 + $305,600

$716,600

2019

$10,543 (+8.2%)

$411,000 + $312,600

$723,600

2018

$9,748

$378,400 + $291,100

$669,500

2017

$9,753 (+7.4%)

$378,400 + $291,900

$670,300

2015

$9,083 (+8.0%)

$330,400 + $248,500

$578,900

2014

$8,409 (+0.3%)

$300,000 + $232,200

$532,200

2013

$8,382 (+3.5%)

$300,000 + $232,200

$532,200

2012

$8,102 (+6.0%)

$313,300 + $233,000

$546,300

2011

$7,647 (+0.2%)

$324,200 + $234,800

$559,000

2010

$7,628 (−0.3%)

$352,500 + $237,900

$590,400

2009

$7,651

$380,800 + $252,600

$633,400

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.35 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,740

Year built

1975

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2178906

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 1

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 210
Length: 14
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Slider

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 90
Length: 10
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 143
Length: 11
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 104
Length: 8
Width: 13
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 36
Length: 6
Width: 6
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 126
Length: 18
Width: 7
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 56
Length: 8
Width: 7
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 416
Length: 16
Width: 26
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony - Interior,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Slider

Family Room Information
Area: 345
Length: 15
Width: 23
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Dining Room Information
Area: 154
Length: 11
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Slider

Kitchen Information
Area: 81
Length: 9
Width: 9
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Office Room Information
Area: 156
Length: 12
Width: 13
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Garage Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Window Features: Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Office, Foyer, High Speed Internet

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,740
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Barn/Stable, Professional Landscaping, Screens

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Barn/Stable
Has Waterview
Dock/Mooring, Public, River

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 2.35
Lot Features: Wooded
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,542
Tax Year: 2019

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Generator Connection
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Generator Connection

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Electric
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Rt 113 to Coffin to River
UnparsedAddress: 225 River Road, West Newbury MA 01985

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,740
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2178906

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 6

Listing Information
Exclusions: Sculpture And Generator On Property Are Excluded.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Dr John C Page School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi

9/10

Pentucket Regional Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi

6/10

Pentucket Regional Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi

7/10

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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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 94° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

51% 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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Historical weather

West Newbury, MA • 01985

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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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

$1.39M – $1.68M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
215 River Rd, West Newbury, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2817 Sq. Ft.	$1,330,633
241 River Rd, West Newbury, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2752 Sq. Ft.	$1,166,288

Address	Redfin Estimate
211 River Rd, West Newbury, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3906 Sq. Ft.	$1,516,274
219 River Rd, West Newbury, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2900 Sq. Ft.	$1,734,919

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