Great Location and perfect for the animal/equestrian lover. This expansive farm-like property is minutes to major routes, downtown Newburyport and Amesbury with shopping, great restaurants, seacoast beaches and much more in the desirable town of Merrimac. Built in 1705, this stately colonial home is a legal 2 family. There is a 9 stall barn, 2 run in sheds and 6 paddocks, direct access to the Maclaren trail and more. Inside the home, you'll find 2 updated kitchens, fresh paint, original wood work and wide pine floors, multiple fireplaces, a Captains Staircase, 6 Bedrooms, 4 in the main home(one on first level) with 2 full baths and first floor laundry. The apt offers 2 br, 1 full bath with laundry allowing for multi generational living or supplemental income. Whether you want to keep horses, build a retreat, or create your family compound or earn investment income, this property is the perfect canvas for your plan with endless possibilities.
Sold for $1,050,000
$1,050,000
81 Church St, Merrimac, MA 01860
6beds
4,469sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1705
-- sqft lot
$1,161,900 Zestimate®
$235/sqft
$5,186 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,161,900
$1.07M - $1.25M
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Multiple fireplacesGreat restaurantsOriginal wood workWide pine floorsMinutes to major routesSeacoast beachesFresh paint
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Listed by:
Karol Flannery 978-270-0876,
Bentley's 978-572-1200,
Colleen Guillou 978-270-9149
Bought with:
Rogers Realty Team
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty Bradford
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73124788
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Vacuum System
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Floored Attic, Pantry, Storage, Central Vacuum, Crown Molding, Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom with Shower Stall, Bathroom With Tub, Remodeled, Slider, Internet Available - Unknown, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Mudroom, Office/Den, Sunroom
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Windows: Skylight(s), Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 6
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,469
- Total interior livable area: 4,469 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony/Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s)
Lot
- Size: 11.85 Acres
- Features: Easements, Farm, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Barn/Stable
- Parcel number: M:0019 B:0001 L:00006,2032740
- Zoning: SR
- Horse amenities: Paddocks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Foundation: Stone, Granite
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1705
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Merrimac
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $235/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $759,700
- Annual tax amount: $11,221
- Date on market: 12/27/2025
- Total actual rent: 0
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/6/2023 | Sold | $1,050,000-4.5%$235/sqft |
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| 6/14/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000-8.3%$246/sqft |
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| 7/26/2022 | Listing removed | $1,199,000$268/sqft |
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| 6/22/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000$268/sqft |
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| 6/3/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/22/2022 | Contingent | $1,199,000$268/sqft |
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| 2/10/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000$268/sqft |
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| 12/12/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/17/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000+85.9%$268/sqft |
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| 8/7/2014 | Sold | $645,000-3.3%$144/sqft |
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| 5/22/2014 | Pending sale | $667,000$149/sqft |
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| 4/30/2014 | Listed for sale | $667,000-0.2%$149/sqft |
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| 10/31/2013 | Listing removed | $668,500$150/sqft |
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| 4/11/2013 | Listed for sale | $668,500-7.8%$150/sqft |
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| 10/20/2012 | Listing removed | $725,000$162/sqft |
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| 6/23/2012 | Listed for sale | $725,000-14.7%$162/sqft |
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| 4/1/2011 | Listing removed | $849,900$190/sqft |
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| 3/2/2011 | Price change | $849,900+100006%$190/sqft |
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| 2/25/2011 | Price change | $849-99.9% |
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| 11/8/2009 | Price change | $849,900+0.5%$190/sqft |
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| 4/23/2009 | Price change | $845,900-0.5%$189/sqft |
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| 3/17/2008 | Listed for sale | $849,900$190/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,008 +5.7% | $981,700 +7.7% |
| 2024 | $12,304 +9.7% | $911,400 +20% |
| 2023 | $11,221 | $759,700 |
| 2022 | $11,221 +6.9% | $759,700 +18% |
| 2021 | $10,494 +9.5% | $643,800 |
| 2020 | $9,580 +1.5% | $643,800 +7.9% |
| 2019 | $9,435 +2.6% | $596,800 +2.2% |
| 2018 | $9,199 +6% | $583,700 +9.9% |
| 2017 | $8,680 -5.4% | $531,200 -6.5% |
| 2016 | $9,179 +2.8% | $568,000 +3.4% |
| 2015 | $8,928 +2.3% | $549,400 |
| 2014 | $8,730 +5.9% | $549,400 +2.9% |
| 2013 | $8,246 -4.9% | $533,700 -6.2% |
| 2012 | $8,670 +2.1% | $568,900 -6.2% |
| 2011 | $8,488 +5.4% | $606,700 -1.5% |
| 2010 | $8,053 +7.9% | $615,700 -2.2% |
| 2009 | $7,463 +6.1% | $629,300 -3.4% |
| 2008 | $7,032 +7.3% | $651,700 -0.7% |
| 2007 | $6,553 | $656,000 |
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Neighborhood: 01860
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NADr Frederick N Sweetsir SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Pentucket Regional Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.1 mi
- 7/10Pentucket Regional Sr High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sweetsr/Donahue
- Middle: Pentucket
- High: Pentucket
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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- Essex County
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- 81 Church St
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