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  • $1,399,600

    12 Water St, Ipswich, MA 01938

    4beds
    2,867sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1725
    0.35 Acres Lot
    $1,399,600 Zestimate®
    $488/sqft
    $5,144 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,399,600

    $1.26M - $1.57M

    $5,144/mo

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    What's special

    The Glazier-Sweet House harkens back to 18thC w/extensive restoration incorporating modern amenities. Overlooks Ipswich River and Water St, a coveted in-village location finds 4BR/3 full BA. Full cook's kitchen w/custom cabinetry, skylights, large island, S/S appliances (refrig, d/w, gas stove, microwave, and compactor). Private patio is adjacent to kitchen side entry. Great Room, modern-day addition, w/skylights, bank of windows, and porch from which to enjoy riverfront activity. Original dining room w/exposed beams; living room w/fireplace, bookcase alcove; 1st fl BR ensuite w/walk-in shower. Master Suite w/walk-in closet + 2 BRs on 2nd fl. Mechanicals on 2nd fl; storage in pull down attic; unfinished basement/stone foundation. Oversized lot flanked by side lots w/no abutting residences. Artist rendering of painted scene on shed is reminiscent of Ipswich clamming. Professionally landscaped perennial gardens. Mary Conley Award. River avails boating on Ipswich Bay & beyond. A must see.

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven
    Features
    • Cable Available, Security System
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Partially finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,867 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Stone, Wood
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    Lot
    • Size: 0.35 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: IPSWM42AB0081L0

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1725

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Ipswich

    Other

    Other facts
    • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Golf Course, Laundromat, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Public School, T-Station, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Conservation Area
    • Beach Description: Ocean
    • Beach Ownership: Public
    • Beachfront Flag: Yes
    • Construction: Frame
    • Electric Feature: Circuit Breakers
    • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Doors, Prog. Thermostat
    • Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
    • Master Bath: Yes
    • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
    • Utility Connections: For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, For Gas Range
    • Year Round: Yes
    • Exterior: Wood
    • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
    • Terms Feature: Contract For Deed
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Compactor
    • Bed2 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet
    • Bed2 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed3 Level: Second Floor
    • Bth1 Level: First Floor
    • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Gas
    • Interior Features: Cable Available, Security System
    • Kit Dscrp: Main Level, Flooring - Wood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Skylight, Kitchen Island, Stainless Steel Appliances, French Doors, Exterior Access, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant
    • Kit Level: First Floor
    • Mbr Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Bathroom - Full, Closet - Walk-In
    • Mbr Level: Second Floor
    • Bed3 Dscrp: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Din Dscrp: Flooring - Wood, Main Level, Open Floor Plan
    • Din Level: First Floor
    • Cooling: Central Air
    • Bth2 Level: Second Floor
    • Style: Colonial, Antique
    • Bth3 Dscrp: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Full
    • Bed4 Level: First Floor
    • Bth2 Dscrp: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink
    • Bth1 Dscrp: Bathroom - 3/4, Main Level, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Bed4 Dscrp: Main Level, Flooring - Wood, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - 3/4
    • Bth3 Level: Third Floor
    • Lead Paint: Unknown
    • Lot Description: Flood Plain, Corner, Scenic View(s), Level
    • Exterior Features: Patio, Stone Wall, Storage Shed
    • Laundry Dscrp: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
    • Laundry Level: Second Floor
    • Liv Dscrp: Exterior Access, Fireplace, Main Level, Flooring - Wood, Ceiling - Beamed, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
    • Road Type: Public, Paved, Publicly Maint.
    • Liv Level: First Floor
    • Foundation: Irregular
    • Sf Type: Detached
    • Basement Feature: Unfinished Basement, Sump Pump, Crawl
    • CONTINGENCY_TYPE: Inspection

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/19/2019Sold$700,000-6.5%$244/sqft
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    11/12/2019Pending sale$749,000$261/sqft
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    10/23/2019Price change$749,000-5.2%$261/sqft
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    9/21/2019Listed for sale$789,999$276/sqft
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    9/7/2019Pending sale$789,999$276/sqft
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    9/2/2019Price change$789,999-9.7%$276/sqft
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    7/29/2019Price change$875,000-2.8%$305/sqft
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    6/20/2019Price change$899,900+0.1%$314/sqft
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    5/29/2019Listed for sale$899,000-2%$314/sqft
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    1/4/2008Sold$917,500+108.6%$320/sqft
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    6/30/1999Sold$439,900+49.1%$153/sqft
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    7/31/1989Sold$295,000$103/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$10,989 +4.1%$985,600 +6.3%
    2024$10,553 +12.9%$927,300 +21.3%
    2023$9,351 $764,600
    2022$9,351 +0.2%$764,600 +8.3%
    2021$9,329 -23.2%$705,700 -18.6%
    2020$12,150 -0.9%$866,600 -0.4%
    2019$12,257 +2.6%$869,900 +3.7%
    2018$11,943 +2%$838,700 +1.7%
    2017$11,705 -4.4%$824,900
    2016$12,250 +9.9%$824,900
    2015$11,144 +0.6%$824,900 0%
    2014$11,081 +8.7%$825,100 +7.7%
    2013$10,192 -1.6%$766,300 -5.5%
    2012$10,358 +5.1%$811,100 -1.2%
    2011$9,856 -3.8%$821,300 -7.5%
    2010$10,250 +26.1%$888,200 +13%
    2009$8,130 +11.8%$786,300 -0.2%
    2008$7,270 +6.8%$787,700 -3.7%
    2007$6,805 +10.1%$817,900 +20.6%
    2006$6,178 +9.2%$678,200 +12.1%
    2005$5,657 +7.6%$605,000 +9.8%
    2004$5,258 +4.7%$551,200 +25.6%
    2003$5,021 +5.6%$438,900 +5.3%
    2001$4,754 +31.7%$417,000 +65.1%
    1999$3,610 +18.8%$252,600 +11.2%
    1995$3,038 $227,200

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 01938

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Winthrop
    • Middle: Ipswich Middle
    • High: Ipswich High

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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