Wake up to water views and wind down with stunning sunsets over Lake Attitash. This Merrimac home is the ideal year-round lakeside retreat, set on a spacious fenced lot with water access just steps away. The open-concept main level features flexible living and dining areas, an updated kitchen with quartz countertops, subway backsplash and new appliances, plus a bonus first-floor room—perfect as an office or guest space. An enclosed three-season porch overlooks the yard and offers potential for future expansion. Upstairs, two bedrooms enjoy peaceful lake views. Recently updated with a brand new water heater (2024), plus a new roof and heating system (late 2023), this home is move-in ready. Hardwood floors, exposed beams, porcelain tile, modern fixtures, and a cozy wood stove add warmth and character throughout. Whether you're looking for weekend escape or full-time living, this lakeside home is ready to welcome you.
Sold for $525,000
$525,000
1 Lake Ave, Merrimac, MA 01860
2beds
1,776sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
5,641 Square Feet Lot
$527,400 Zestimate®
$296/sqft
$2,835 Estimated rent
Home value
$527,400
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Cozy wood stoveModern fixturesOpen-concept main levelExposed beamsPorcelain tileHardwood floorsSpacious fenced lot
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Listed by:
George Medrano 978-476-8292,
Keller Williams Gateway Realty 603-912-5470
Bought with:
Louise Touchette Team
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73369813
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Home Office
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,776
- Total interior livable area: 1,776 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,776
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake,Water
- Waterfront features: Lake/Pond, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach
Lot
- Size: 5,641 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:0093 B:0001 L:00048,2034104
- Zoning: LA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Merrimac
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $296/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $526,900
- Annual tax amount: $6,981
- Date on market: 1/7/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2025 | Sold | $525,000+5%$296/sqft |
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| 5/10/2025 | Contingent | $499,900$281/sqft |
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| 5/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $499,900+6.4%$281/sqft |
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| 1/19/2024 | Sold | $469,900$265/sqft |
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| 11/30/2023 | Contingent | $469,900$265/sqft |
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| 10/16/2023 | Price change | $469,900-3.9%$265/sqft |
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| 9/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $489,000+20.1%$275/sqft |
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| 8/21/2020 | Sold | $407,000+4.6%$229/sqft |
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| 7/15/2020 | Pending sale | $389,000$219/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate #72672072 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2020 | Listed for sale | $389,000+52.5%$219/sqft |
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| 8/26/2016 | Sold | $255,000+2%$144/sqft |
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| 6/26/2016 | Pending sale | $250,000$141/sqft |
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| 6/23/2016 | Price change | $250,000-3.5%$141/sqft |
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| 5/12/2016 | Price change | $259,000-3.7%$146/sqft |
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| 5/4/2016 | Listed for sale | $269,000+8.7%$151/sqft |
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| 5/1/2010 | Listing removed | $247,500$139/sqft |
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| 3/13/2010 | Price change | $247,500-1%$139/sqft |
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| 1/29/2010 | Listed for sale | $249,900-3.5%$141/sqft |
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| 4/4/2009 | Listing removed | $259,000$146/sqft |
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| 2/11/2009 | Price change | $259,000-3.7%$146/sqft |
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| 12/13/2008 | Listed for sale | $269,000-2.2%$151/sqft |
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| 2/27/2004 | Sold | $275,000+209%$155/sqft |
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| 12/19/1994 | Sold | $89,000$50/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,981 -0.9% | $526,900 +1% |
| 2024 | $7,042 +3.1% | $521,600 +12.9% |
| 2023 | $6,827 | $462,200 |
| 2022 | $6,827 +22.4% | $462,200 +35.1% |
| 2021 | $5,576 +17% | $342,100 +6.8% |
| 2020 | $4,765 -3.2% | $320,200 +2.9% |
| 2019 | $4,920 +6.1% | $311,200 +5.8% |
| 2018 | $4,637 -6.5% | $294,200 -3% |
| 2017 | $4,958 +9.8% | $303,400 +8.6% |
| 2016 | $4,517 +2% | $279,500 +2.6% |
| 2015 | $4,427 +3.1% | $272,400 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $4,295 +4.4% | $270,300 +1.5% |
| 2013 | $4,114 -3.4% | $266,300 -4.7% |
| 2012 | $4,260 +4.6% | $279,500 -4% |
| 2011 | $4,074 +4.4% | $291,200 -2.4% |
| 2010 | $3,902 +5.9% | $298,300 -4% |
| 2009 | $3,684 +3.6% | $310,600 -5.8% |
| 2008 | $3,557 -1.8% | $329,700 -9.1% |
| 2007 | $3,622 -2.1% | $362,600 +5.8% |
| 2006 | $3,700 +14.9% | $342,600 +23.2% |
| 2005 | $3,220 +5.1% | $278,100 |
| 2004 | $3,065 +24.6% | $278,100 +69.4% |
| 2003 | $2,460 +12% | $164,200 |
| 2001 | $2,197 | $164,200 +236.5% |
| 1997 | -- | $48,800 |
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Neighborhood: 01860
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- Massachusetts
- Essex County
- Merrimac
- 01860
- 1 Lake Ave
