Off market aug 2011 for $336K

$842,221

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,302/mo

•

1,500

sq ft

259 River Rd, West Newbury, MA 01985

About this home

See showing days above.WOW.Look at this GET A WAY PRICE! Beautiful Cont.Cape completely updated.Cathed.Ceilings,Skylights,Nice& open.Granite kit/island &breakfast area.Wood floors.Stylish & romantic master bath, Upscale heating system & appliances. Huge deck gorgeous yrd/fruit trees & plantings. A gardeners dream. Large Antique Barn 'as is'. Merrimac River & hiking trails down drive.Seasonal views. 1.75 acres.Room for addition or space within the house.NOT a short sale. Hurry on this one!

Single-familyProperty Type

1983Year Built

1.75 acresLot Size

$561Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Gael Meyer • RE/MAX On The River, Inc.

Listed by • RE/MAX On The River, Inc.

Bought with Kellie Gentile • William Raveis the Dolores Person

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•Source:MLS PIN #71205763

Redfin Estimate

$842,221

$506K since sold in August 2011$6,000 since September

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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

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Sale history for 259 River Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71205763

Aug 10, 2011

Sold

$336,000

$224/sq ft

Jul 13, 2011

Contingent

—

May 17, 2011

Relisted

—

Apr 26, 2011

Contingent

—

Apr 21, 2011

Relisted

—

Apr 18, 2011

Contingent

—

Mar 26, 2011

Listed

$349,000

$233/sq ft

MLS PIN #30648013

Dec 2, 2002

Sold

$380,000

$253/sq ft

Oct 29, 2002

Listing Removed

—

Sep 17, 2002

Listed

$399,000

$266/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$8,200 (+14.0%)

$525,600 + $217,800

$743,400

2022

$7,196 (+2.1%)

$363,900 + $189,200

$553,100

2021

$7,049 (+3.2%)

$306,700 + $167,000

$473,700

2020

$6,831 (−2.1%)

$306,700 + $167,000

$473,700

2019

$6,978 (+9.7%)

$306,700 + $172,200

$478,900

2018

$6,363

$282,200 + $154,800

$437,000

2017

$6,358 (+6.9%)

$282,200 + $154,800

$437,000

2015

$5,950 (+8.0%)

$246,300 + $132,900

$379,200

2014

$5,511 (+4.5%)

$223,400 + $125,400

$348,800

2013

$5,272 (−0.8%)

$223,400 + $111,300

$334,700

2012

$5,315 (−7.4%)

$248,900 + $109,500

$358,400

2011

$5,740 (−0.2%)

$305,900 + $113,700

$419,600

2010

$5,753 (+0.3%)

$332,800 + $112,500

$445,300

2009

$5,736

$359,700 + $115,100

$474,800

Tax history for 259 River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$8,200 (+14.0%)

$525,600 + $217,800

$743,400

2022

$7,196 (+2.1%)

$363,900 + $189,200

$553,100

2021

$7,049 (+3.2%)

$306,700 + $167,000

$473,700

2020

$6,831 (−2.1%)

$306,700 + $167,000

$473,700

2019

$6,978 (+9.7%)

$306,700 + $172,200

$478,900

2018

$6,363

$282,200 + $154,800

$437,000

2017

$6,358 (+6.9%)

$282,200 + $154,800

$437,000

2015

$5,950 (+8.0%)

$246,300 + $132,900

$379,200

2014

$5,511 (+4.5%)

$223,400 + $125,400

$348,800

2013

$5,272 (−0.8%)

$223,400 + $111,300

$334,700

2012

$5,315 (−7.4%)

$248,900 + $109,500

$358,400

2011

$5,740 (−0.2%)

$305,900 + $113,700

$419,600

2010

$5,753 (+0.3%)

$332,800 + $112,500

$445,300

2009

$5,736

$359,700 + $115,100

$474,800

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.75 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,050

Year built

1983

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2178978

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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Open Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 154
Length: 14
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom #2 Information
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Hot Tub / Spa

Living Room Information
Area: 224
Length: 16
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 208
Length: 16
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Office Room Information
Area: 50
Length: 10
Width: 5
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony - Interior

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Washer Hookup

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

Appliances
Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Balcony - Interior, Office, Mud Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,500
Foundation Area: 840
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Post & Beam
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Lead Paint: None

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck, Storage, Barn/Stable, Screens, Satellite Dish

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Barn/Stable

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.75
Lot Features: Easements
Road Frontage Type: Dead End

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,421
Tax Year: 2011

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer, Private Sewerage
Water Source: Private, Private Water
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Baseboard, Propane

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Page

Location Information
Directions: Main St. Rt. onto Coffin St.;Rt.onto River Rd.go to end take a right. Middle home.
UnparsedAddress: 259 River Rd., West Newbury MA 01985

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,050
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.75 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1983
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2178978

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Dr John C Page School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.6mi

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

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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

4/10 Heat Factor

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

6/10 Wind Factor

48% 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

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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.

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Estimated sale price

$801,000 – $969,000

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Home values near 259 River Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
251 River Road, West Newbury, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2622 Sq. Ft.	$1,973,216
261 River Road, West Newbury, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2102 Sq. Ft.	$1,237,369

Address	Redfin Estimate
245 River Road, West Newbury, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2689 Sq. Ft.	$891,222
255 River Road, West Newbury, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2053 Sq. Ft.	$1,197,545

Address	Redfin Estimate
241 River Road, West Newbury, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2752 Sq. Ft.	$1,166,288
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