For sale

$989,000

41 Drift Rd, Westport, MA 02790

3beds

1,628sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1870

0.29 Acres Lot

$961,600 Zestimate^®

$607/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Outdoor showerAntique bunk houseRear patio with sun-shadeFully insulated

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!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Features: Flooring - Wood
Level: Second

Bedroom 2

Features: Flooring - Wood
Level: Second

Bedroom 3

Features: Flooring - Wood
Level: Second

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Wood
Level: First

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Wood
Level: Second

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Wood
Level: First

Family room

Features: Flooring - Wood
Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Wood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead, Breezeway
Level: Main,First

Living room

Features: Flooring - Wood
Level: First

Heating

Hot Water, Natural Gas, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment
Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, Breezeway, First Floor

Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete,Slab,Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,628
Total interior livable area: 1,628 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,628
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 8
Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Unpaved
Garage spaces: 2
Uncovered spaces: 6

Features

Patio & porch: Patio
Exterior features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Outdoor Shower, Stone Wall
Has view: Yes
View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Public Water View, River
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Public,River,Water
Waterfront features: Harbor, Ocean, River, Beach Ownership(Public)
Frontage length: 100.00

Lot

Size: 0.29 Acres
Features: Cleared

Details

Parcel number: 2999364
Zoning: Historic

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Wood,Shake

Condition

Year built: 1870

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water: Private
Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, University

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Westport

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $607/sqft
Tax assessed value: $464,100
Annual tax amount: $3,485
Date on market: 6/12/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$961,600

$914,000 - $1.01M

$2,963/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/12/2026	Listed for sale	$989,000+115%$607/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73535344 Report a problem
5/31/2016	Sold	$460,000+1.1%$283/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
12/14/2015	Listed for sale	$455,000+5.8%$279/sqft
Source: Alden Hill Real Estate, Inc. #71896274 Report a problem
6/10/2013	Sold	$430,000+116.1%$264/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/23/2012	Sold	$199,000+165.3%$122/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
1/3/1992	Sold	$75,000$46/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,458 +0.7%	$464,100 +4.5%
2024	$3,434 +5.2%	$444,200 +11.1%
2023	$3,264 -1%	$400,000 +2.9%
2022	$3,296 +2.3%	$388,700 +4%
2021	$3,222 +8.4%	$373,800 +6%
2020	$2,973 +5.8%	$352,700 +3.8%
2019	$2,810 -5.1%	$339,800 -6.3%
2018	$2,962 +32.4%	$362,600 +29.1%
2017	$2,238 +0.8%	$280,800
2016	$2,221 +6.1%	$280,800 +6.4%
2015	$2,093 +1.4%	$263,900 -1.6%
2014	$2,064 +16.2%	$268,100 +11.6%
2013	$1,776 -2.5%	$240,300 -7%
2012	$1,821 +3.9%	$258,300 -1.1%
2011	$1,753 +0.3%	$261,300 -6.2%
2010	$1,747 +4.6%	$278,700 -7.5%
2009	$1,670 -10.1%	$301,400 -9.8%
2008	$1,858 +3.1%	$334,100 -2.7%
2007	$1,803 -2.3%	$343,400 -0.8%
2006	$1,845 +32.4%	$346,200 +52.5%
2005	$1,394 -8.2%	$227,000 +20.7%
2004	$1,518 +7.2%	$188,100 +9.6%
2003	$1,416 +18.8%	$171,600 +46.8%
2001	$1,192 +6.3%	$116,900 +5.5%
1998	$1,121	$110,800

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