Environmentally friendly home includes a solar panel system & ductless mini split units. Located on the basin side of Plum Island this property provides easy access to beaches & water-based activities like sailing or kayaking. Fresh sea air enhances the overall experience of living here & an "off the beaten path" location provides a sense of quietude. A recently renovated entry deck w/storage below welcomes you into this charming & meticulously maintained Cape surrounded by mature plantings. There are wide pine floors in many of the rooms & large picture windows in the living rm & study that provide additional natural lighting that permeates the downstairs space. Large kitchen w/onyx countertops opens to the family room w/sliding glass doors that lead to a backyard deck w/pergola - great for entertaining & grilling outdoors. A window in the main bedroom beautifully frames the water views. Additional space under the rear deck provides storage for paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, etc.
Sold for $795,000
$795,000
8 Smith St, Newbury, MA 01951
3beds
1,176sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1983
4,900 Square Feet Lot
$972,600 Zestimate®
$676/sqft
$3,533 Estimated rent
Home value
$972,600
$895,000 - $1.07M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sally Laffely 978-375-1821,
Laffely Real Estate Associates 978-255-4788
Bought with:
The Donahue Group
Keller Williams Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73252560
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Slider
- Level: Second
- Area: 173.54
- Dimensions: 8.75 x 19.83
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window Seat
- Level: Second
- Area: 103.58
- Dimensions: 9.42 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 126.56
- Dimensions: 11.25 x 11.25
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Stained Glass
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Second
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Slider
- Level: First
- Area: 113.72
- Dimensions: 10.42 x 10.92
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floorplan, Gas Stove
- Level: First
- Area: 140.13
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 14.75
Living room
- Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: First
- Area: 124.69
- Dimensions: 11.08 x 11.25
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Oil, Active Solar, Ductless
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Study
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Pine, Flooring - Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Picture, Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,176
- Total interior livable area: 1,176 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street, Stone/Gravel
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite, Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Bay, Public Water View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Public,Water
- Waterfront features: Ocean, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
- Frontage length: 70.00
Lot
- Size: 4,900 sqft
- Features: Flood Plain, Other
Details
- Foundation area: 672
- Parcel number: U05040,2081758
- Zoning: R-AG
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1983
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Conservation Area, Other
Location
- Region: Newbury
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2024 | Sold | $795,000-4.1%$676/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73252560 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2024 | Contingent | $829,000$705/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73252560 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2024 | Listed for sale | $829,000+434.8%$705/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73252560 Report a problem | ||
| 12/30/1996 | Sold | $155,000+10.7%$132/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/1988 | Sold | $140,000$119/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,512 +13.4% | $874,100 +16.9% |
| 2024 | $5,744 +3.6% | $747,900 +17% |
| 2023 | $5,544 | $639,400 |
| 2022 | $5,544 +15.2% | $639,400 +41.7% |
| 2021 | $4,811 -0.9% | $451,300 +2.2% |
| 2020 | $4,853 +3.5% | $441,600 +1.8% |
| 2019 | $4,689 +3.8% | $433,800 +4.7% |
| 2018 | $4,516 +2.7% | $414,300 |
| 2017 | $4,396 +9.9% | $414,300 +18.1% |
| 2016 | $3,999 -1% | $350,800 |
| 2015 | $4,041 +1.8% | $350,800 |
| 2014 | $3,971 +2.3% | $350,800 +3% |
| 2013 | $3,883 +3% | $340,600 |
| 2012 | $3,770 +8.7% | $340,600 |
| 2011 | $3,467 +3.9% | $340,600 -2.9% |
| 2010 | $3,338 -4.2% | $350,600 -7.8% |
| 2009 | $3,484 +0.1% | $380,300 -6.4% |
| 2008 | $3,482 -0.7% | $406,300 -4.7% |
| 2007 | $3,508 +3.8% | $426,300 +10.9% |
| 2006 | $3,379 +4% | $384,400 |
| 2005 | $3,248 +10% | $384,400 +12.2% |
| 2004 | $2,954 +28.1% | $342,700 +51.6% |
| 2003 | $2,306 +6.2% | $226,100 +8.7% |
| 2002 | $2,172 +18.5% | $208,000 +51.6% |
| 1997 | $1,833 | $137,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01951
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Newbury Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 3 mi
- 6/10Triton Regional Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 6.7 mi
- 6/10Triton Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Newbury Elem
- Middle: Triton Regional
- High: Triton Regional
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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