This home's estimate is 62% higher than the average sale price ($1.11M) of 6 comparable homes.
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81 River Rd, West Newbury, MA 01985
About this home
Exceptional brick double-bay fronted Colonial on 1.3 acres, with water views,and river frontage. You can boat or bird on the Merrimack, or swim in the heated in-ground pool with adjoining hot tub. Laine Jones designed interior with crown moldings, arched portals, an amazing curving staircase, wonderful details. Chef's kitchen, ample closets and storage. Walk-up third floor if you need more space. Launch your canoe from the shoreline, build or improve or a dock, or share one with neighbors.
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Sale history for 81 River Rd
$239/sq ft
$255/sq ft
$36/sq ft
Tax history for 81 River Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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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, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
- Master Bedroom Information
- Area: 304
- Length: 19
- Width: 16
- Level: Second
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Balcony / Deck
- Bedroom #2 Information
- Area: 224
- Length: 14
- Width: 16
- Level: Second
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Balcony / Deck
- Bedroom #3 Information
- Area: 208
- Length: 13
- Width: 16
- Level: Second
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Bathroom Information
- # of Bathrooms (Full): 2
- # of Bathrooms (Half): 1
- Master Bathroom Features: Yes
- Bathroom #1 Information
- Level: First
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Bathroom #2 Information
- Level: Second
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Bathroom #3 Information
- Level: Second
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Living Room Information
- Area: 320
- Length: 20
- Width: 16
- Level: First
- Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Family Room Information
- Area: 280
- Length: 20
- Width: 14
- Level: First
- Dining Room Information
- Area: 288
- Length: 16
- Width: 18
- Level: First
- Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Kitchen Information
- Area: 256
- Length: 16
- Width: 16
- Level: First
- Features: Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Basement Information
- Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
- Laundry Information
- Laundry Features: First Floor
- Fireplace Information
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces (Total): 2
- Fireplace Features: Family Room
- Interior Features
- # of Rooms (Total): 11
- Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Interior Features: Media Room, Game Room, Sitting Room, Foyer, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wet Bar
Exterior
- Building Information
- Building Area (Total): 3,520
- Foundation Area: 2,432
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
- Year Built Source: Public Records
- Year Built Details: Actual
- Color: pale grey
- Lead Paint: None
- Exterior Features
- Fencing: Fenced
- Roof: Shingle
- Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Covered
- Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Balcony, Pool - Inground, Hot Tub/Spa, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard
- Pool Information
- Has Private Pool
- Has Spa
- Pool Features: In Ground
- Spa Features: Private
- Property Information
- PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
- Green Energy Efficient : Attic Vent Elec.
- Security Features: Security System
- Lot Information
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.26
- Lot Features: Flood Plain
- WaterfrontYN: Yes
- Frontage Length: 150
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Road Frontage Type: Public
- Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $10,477
- Tax Year: 2008
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Utilities: for Gas Range
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Inspection Required for Sale, Private Sewerage
- Water Source: Private, Private Water
- Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Heating
- Has Cooling
- Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Fireplace
- Cooling: Central Air
Location
- HOA Information
- Has Association
- Homeowners Association Membership Not Required
- Location Information
- Directions: Bridge or Coffin Street to River Road,to #81,just east of Worth's Lane
- UnparsedAddress: 81 River Rd, West Newbury MA 01985
- Community Information
- Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
- Beds: 3
- Baths: 3.0
- Sq. Ft.: 3,520
- Stories: 2.0
- Lot Size: 1.26 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1998
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Essex County
- APN: 2178307
Other
- Miscellaneous Information
- Heat Zones: 5
- Listing Information
- StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 2.0mi
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
Lifestyle
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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.
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3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2391 Sq. Ft. | $914,810 |
4 Beds | 2 Baths | 3302 Sq. Ft. | $936,759 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
2 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 1440 Sq. Ft. | $831,357 |
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 3116 Sq. Ft. | $1,170,199 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
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3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1510 Sq. Ft. | $801,957 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1918 Sq. Ft. | $804,157 |
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