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Sold for $801,000
  • $801,000

    278 Main St, West Newbury, MA 01985

    3beds
    1,872sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1823
    0.4 Acres Lot
    $867,200 Zestimate®
    $428/sqft
    $4,044 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $867,200

    $824,000 - $911,000

    $4,044/mo

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    What's special

    Step into this beautifully updated classic colonial in the center of West Newbury to find the perfect balance of modern and old world charm. As you walk into the kitchen you will notice the tasteful renovation with commercial grade appliances, white cabinets and plenty of storage. The dining room features a large fireplace, wide plank pine flooring, and access to rare center multi-use room (office/nursery/playroom), follow the hallway to two spacious living areas and a half bathroom. Walk upstairs through either of the staircases to access the three bedrooms and full bathroom. Outside of the home there is beautifully maintained landscaping, a wishing well, and a large patio area surrounded by an expansive backyard, Finally, a large barn completes the package with great storage and a lot of opportunities to make your own! Sidewalk out front with a short walk to shops, action cove playground, and nearby ballfields and parks. Photos are staged. First showings 8/8 from 3-5pm.

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    Listed by:

    The Goodrich Team,

    Compass 617-206-3333,

    Ethan Goodrich 617-398-4444

    Bought with:

    Lisa Fenlon-Major

    Keller Williams Realty - Londonderry

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73273548

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s)
    Features
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Basement: Full,Interior Entry
    • Number of fireplaces: 4
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,872
    • Total interior livable area: 1,872 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Paved Drive
    • Uncovered spaces: 4
    Lot
    • Size: 0.40 Acres
    • Features: Corner Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: M:001.U B:0000 L:0021.0,2177695
    • Zoning: RC

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
    Condition
    • Year built: 1823

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Private Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: West Newbury

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/16/2024Sold$801,000+6.8%$428/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73273548 Report a problem
    8/12/2024Contingent$749,900$401/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73273548 Report a problem
    8/5/2024Listed for sale$749,900+7.1%$401/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73273548 Report a problem
    10/20/2022Sold$700,000+1.6%$374/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73028204 Report a problem
    9/5/2022Listed for sale$689,000+6%$368/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73028204 Report a problem
    8/30/2022Contingent$649,900$347/sqft
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    8/23/2022Listed for sale$649,900+66.2%$347/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73028204 Report a problem
    5/16/2014Sold$391,000-1%$209/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    3/28/2014Pending sale$395,000$211/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty #71648024 Report a problem
    3/22/2014Listed for sale$395,000+114.7%$211/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Realty #71648024 Report a problem
    5/30/1996Sold$184,000$98/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,389 -6.7%$684,200 -6.5%
    2024$7,918 +16.3%$731,800 +18.5%
    2023$6,809 $617,300
    2022$6,809 +4.4%$617,300 +40.9%
    2021$6,520 +4.2%$438,200 +1%
    2020$6,255 +5.2%$433,800 +6.3%
    2019$5,943 +4%$407,900 +4%
    2018$5,713 +0.1%$392,400
    2017$5,709 -0.6%$392,400
    2016$5,741 +20.8%$392,400 +29.5%
    2015$4,753 +3.3%$302,900 +4%
    2014$4,603 +0.3%$291,300
    2013$4,588 +8.6%$291,300 +2.3%
    2012$4,224 -0.3%$284,800 -8%
    2011$4,235 +4.7%$309,600 -1.1%
    2010$4,044 +1.8%$313,000 -4.8%
    2009$3,971 +3.2%$328,700 -3.1%
    2008$3,847 +4.1%$339,200 -0.9%
    2007$3,694 +9.7%$342,400 +3.4%
    2006$3,366 +4.7%$331,300 +4.8%
    2005$3,214 +7.6%$316,000 +2.4%
    2004$2,987 -6.3%$308,600 +18.2%
    2003$3,189 +15.9%$261,000 +11.2%
    2001$2,752 +6.9%$234,800 +16.2%
    2000$2,575 +1.9%$202,100 +18.2%
    1996$2,526 $171,000

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    Neighborhood: 01985

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