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Become the next Curator of this Head of Westport Gem! The "J.P. Gifford House" has been tastefully and historically renovated throughout! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers the ambiance of the "old with the new". Fully restored with a new eat-in new kitchen, bathrooms, wiring, heating, plumbing, period wood roof & antique shutters. Refinished oak and fir floors, fully insulated with a 2 stall oversized garage with double doors and loft area. Relax on the rear patio with sun- shade, take an outdoor shower after a day at the beach, or enjoy some time in the antique bunk house. Enjoy views of the historic East Branch of the Westport River, drop your kayak in for a scenic tour, or enjoy your backyard bound by stone walls!
Master bedroom on the second floor with wood flooring
Second bedroom on the second floor with wood flooring
Third bedroom on the second floor with wood flooring
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
First-floor bathroom with shower stall and wood flooring
Second-floor bathroom with tub and shower and wood flooring
Kitchen
Wood flooring
Dining area
Stone or granite countertops
Upgraded cabinets
Gas stove
Overhead lighting
Laundry & utility
First-floor laundry with washer hookup and electric dryer hookup
Exterior access from the laundry area
Breezeway access
Washer and dryer included
Water treatment system
Gas water heater
Range, dishwasher, refrigerator, freezer
Flooring
Wood flooring throughout main living areas and bedrooms
Tile in select areas
Heating & cooling
Hot water heating using natural gas
ENERGY STAR qualified equipment
Exterior features
Patio
Rain gutters
Outdoor shower
Stone wall
Cleared lot
Scenic views
Harbor, ocean, river access; walk-to public waterfront
100 feet of frontage
Paved public road with public maintenance
Home design
Single family residence
Has waterview
Parking
Detached garage
Garage faces side
Garage door opener
2 covered/garage spaces
6 open/unpaved off-street parking spaces
8 total parking spaces
Storage in garage
Construction
Frame construction
Wood shake roof
Concrete perimeter foundation
Approximate year built (public records)
White exterior color
Utilities
Private water
Private sewer
100 amp electric service
Gas supply for range
Electric hookup for dryer
HOA & community
Community features include park, walk/jog trails, stables, medical facility, conservation area, highway access, house of worship, marina, public school, university
Other
No accessory dwelling unit (ADU)
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Delightful & fresh for year-round or vacation within steps of the East Branch at the Head of Westport! The J. P. GIFFORD HOUSE, circa 1858, lovingly renovated, JUST MOVE IN! Ambiance throughout from the old-fashioned eat-in Kitchen updated w/granite, new appliances & refinished yellow pine floors, formal Dining & Living Rooms w/floors of old long grain hard pine, sweet Den graced w/windows. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths. New wiring, 200 amp service, natural gas heat! Relax on shaded stone patio, feel the crunch of a crushed shell drive under foot to 2-car Garage, frolic in the oversized shed good for games or as bunkhouse. Step along old brick walkway through the utterly charming picket fence to read, snooze, paint along the river's edge or drop in your kayak & go. PERFECT!
MLS PIN #71357264
May 23, 2012
Sold
$199,000
$122/sq ft
Mar 31, 2012
Contingent
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Mar 26, 2012
Listed
$199,000
$122/sq ft
On DRIFT ROAD! Circa 1802, Federal-style ANTIQUE at the Head of Westport needs lots of TLC. Buyer shall pay for new septic system. Kitchen w/soapstone sink! Enclosed heated porch. Natural gas furnace, circuit breakers, roof about 15 years old. 2-car Garage. Nice stone walls. Close to river for kayaking!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,264 (−1.0%)
$164,200 + $235,800
$400,000
2022
$3,296 (+2.3%)
$164,200 + $224,500
$388,700
2021
$3,222 (+8.4%)
$149,300 + $224,500
$373,800
2020
$2,973 (+5.8%)
$138,000 + $214,700
$352,700
2019
$2,810 (−5.1%)
$127,400 + $212,400
$339,800
2018
$2,962 (+32.4%)
$150,300 + $212,300
$362,600
2017
$2,238 (+0.8%)
$150,300 + $130,500
$280,800
2016
$2,221 (+6.1%)
$150,300 + $130,500
$280,800
2015
$2,093 (+1.4%)
$153,700 + $110,200
$263,900
2014
$2,064 (+16.2%)
$153,700 + $114,400
$268,100
2013
$1,776 (−2.5%)
$153,700 + $86,600
$240,300
2012
$1,821 (+3.9%)
$161,700 + $96,600
$258,300
2011
$1,753 (+0.3%)
$161,700 + $99,600
$261,300
2010
$1,747 (+4.6%)
$174,600 + $104,100
$278,700
2009
$1,670
$197,300 + $104,100
$301,400
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,608
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,608
Year built
1870
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Bristol County
APN
2999364
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Westport, MA • 02790
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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48
33
57
41
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80
66
77
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72
57
63
47
53
38
40
27
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 41 Drift Rd
$865,334
$30K under list price of $895K
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