Situated atop Great Neck with water views of Plum Island Sound, the original cottage was completely rebuilt to create a comfortable, charming, year-round oasis. Discover the thoughtfully renovated kitchen with granite counters, a breakfast bar island, new appliances, gleaming white, soft close, abundant cabinetry. Enjoy meals in the adjacent dining area with vaulted ceiling. HW floors shine through the home. Gather with family & friends in the large living room with a wall of windows & ocean views. The primary bedroom also faces the ocean with six windows. A 2nd bedroom, updated full bathroom, & storage closet round out the living space. Head down to the tidy lower level on the switchback stairs to discover future possible finished space. The 3-season, enclosed porch with gorgeous windows only adds to the ambiance. Large yard with tended garden beds and mature plantings. Short walk to private Clark Beach. Short drive to town boat launch, commuter rail & downtown shops & restaurants.
Sold for $811,000
$811,000
38 Plover Hill Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938
2beds
1,238sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
0.35 Acres Lot
$874,300 Zestimate®
$655/sqft
$3,339 Estimated rent
Home value
$874,300
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Enclosed porchVaulted ceilingTended garden bedsCommuter railRenovated kitchenFinished spaceLarge yard
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Listed by:
David Brown 617-594-0901,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly 978-927-1111
Bought with:
David Brown
Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73226735
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: First
- Area: 63
- Dimensions: 9 x 7
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 21 x 12
Living room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 286
- Dimensions: 22 x 13
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas, Propane
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Lighting - Pendant, Sun Room, Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Bay/Bow/Box, Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Concrete,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,238
- Total interior livable area: 1,238 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Exterior, Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Bay, Ocean, Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean,Sound,Water
- Waterfront features: Ocean, Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Private)
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:23B B:0070 L:0,1953590
- Zoning: RRB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ipswich
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $655/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $649,500
- Annual tax amount: $7,391
- Date on market: 1/4/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/24/2024 | Sold | $811,000+1.5%$655/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73226735 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2024 | Contingent | $799,000$645/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73226735 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2024 | Listed for sale | $799,000+137.8%$645/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73226735 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2003 | Sold | $336,000+92%$271/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/1994 | Sold | $175,000$141/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,201 -2.6% | $645,800 -0.6% |
| 2024 | $7,391 +1.1% | $649,500 +8.6% |
| 2023 | $7,314 | $598,000 |
| 2022 | $7,314 +15.9% | $598,000 +25.2% |
| 2021 | $6,313 +1.1% | $477,500 +7.3% |
| 2020 | $6,242 +9.6% | $445,200 +10.1% |
| 2019 | $5,695 +9.3% | $404,200 +10.4% |
| 2018 | $5,212 +3.2% | $366,000 +2.8% |
| 2017 | $5,050 -2.1% | $355,900 +2.4% |
| 2016 | $5,159 +9.4% | $347,400 -0.5% |
| 2015 | $4,716 +5.9% | $349,100 +5.3% |
| 2014 | $4,453 +3.4% | $331,600 +2.4% |
| 2013 | $4,308 +1.4% | $323,900 -2.7% |
| 2012 | $4,250 +4.2% | $332,800 -2.1% |
| 2011 | $4,078 -0.6% | $339,800 -4.4% |
| 2010 | $4,102 +2% | $355,500 -8.6% |
| 2009 | $4,020 +7.7% | $388,800 -3.8% |
| 2008 | $3,732 -8.9% | $404,300 -17.9% |
| 2007 | $4,096 +17.4% | $492,300 +28.5% |
| 2006 | $3,489 +6.3% | $383,000 +9.1% |
| 2005 | $3,282 -11.6% | $351,000 -9.8% |
| 2004 | $3,713 +6.3% | $389,200 +27.5% |
| 2003 | $3,493 +27.9% | $305,300 +27.5% |
| 2001 | $2,730 +12.3% | $239,500 +40.8% |
| 1999 | $2,431 +23.3% | $170,100 +15.4% |
| 1995 | $1,971 | $147,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01938
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Winthrop SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.4 mi
- 8/10Ipswich Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 8/10Ipswich High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Doyon Memorial
- Middle: Ipswich Ms
- High: Ipswich Hs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Essex County
- Ipswich
- 01938
- 38 Plover Hill Rd
