$470,000
SOLD JUN 24, 2025

117 High St Unit 1 Ipswich, MA 01938

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,137 Sq Ft
$375/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$413 Per Sq Ft

10% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit
  • Park
  • Ipswich High School Rated A-
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Shops

About This Home

As of June 2025

Welcome to Brown's Manor—a historic building ideally located just a short stroll from the heart of downtown Ipswich. This charming 2-bedroom, 1.75-bath condo offers the perfect blend of character, convenience, and potential. Inside you’ll find a move-in ready space with original refinished pine floors, carpeted bedrooms, and the opportunity for thoughtful updates to make it your own. A private deck that will be replaced in June 2025, new dishwasher, washer & dryer, and ample basement storage. Additional highlights include two deeded parking spaces, pet-friendly living, and proximity to everything Ipswich has to offer—just one mile to the MBTA commuter rail, and a short drive to state parks, hiking trails, and Cranes Beach. Whether you’re looking for a quiet coastal home base or a smart investment, this well-located unit in the sought-after Brown's Manor is not to be missed.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sara Seber

Engel & Volkers By the Sea Listed on: 05/14/2025

Engel & Volkers By the Sea

Last Buyer's Agent

Felicia Trupiano

J. Barrett & Company

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,107

Year Built

  • Built in 1886

HOA Fees

  • $375 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Garden Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,137 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Parking Spaces
  • Paved Parking
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • 3 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Near Conservation Area

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3995415

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include insurance, maintenance structure, road maintenance, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • 20 Units
  • Brown's Manor Community

Amenities

  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Park

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,107

Year Built

Built in 1886

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$375 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Garden
  • Year Built: 1886
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Basement: Y
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1137
  • Living Area: 1137
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 2
  • MAIN LO: AN4733
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 377.31
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 413.37
  • MAIN SO: C95243

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 3
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 375
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Public School
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 1

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Road Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3995415
  • Zoning: RRA
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 558

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5106.7
  • Tax Book Number: 301085

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 20
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2025
Closed on
Jun 24, 2025
Sold by
117 High Street Ret and Evans
Bought by
Lakin Debra A
Seller's Agent
Sara Seber
Engel & Volkers By the Sea
Buyer's Agent
Felicia Trupiano
J. Barrett & Company
List Price
$429,000
Sold Price
$470,000
Premium/Discount to List
$41,000
9.56%
Views
42

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.59%
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Outstanding Balance
$240,000
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$224,904

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 29, 2010
Sold by
Palmer Stefan J
Bought by
117 High Street Rt and Evans Robert L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2006
Sold by
Esper Dena A
Bought by
Palmer Stefan J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$220,000
Interest Rate
6.36%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 24, 2004
Sold by
Tozier Jody C and Tozier Timothy C
Bought by
Esper Dena A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 24, 2000
Sold by
Jordan Barbara
Bought by
Tozier Timothy C and Tozier Jody C

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 1993
Sold by
109 Street Rt and Putziger Michael
Bought by
Jordan Barbara
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $470,000 None Available
Deed $244,250 --
Deed $244,250 --
Deed $275,000 --
Deed $275,000 --
Deed $270,000 --
Deed $270,000 --
Deed $165,000 --
Deed $165,000 --
Deed $94,000 --
Deed $94,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $240,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $167,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $220,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/24/2025 06/24/25 Sold $470,000 +9.6% $413 / Sq Ft
05/20/2025 05/20/25 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2025 05/14/25 For Sale $429,000 -- $377 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,107 $458,000 $0 $458,000
2024 $5,215 $458,300 $0 $458,300
2023 $4,768 $389,900 $0 $389,900
2022 $4,236 $329,400 $0 $329,400
2021 $4,101 $310,200 $0 $310,200
2020 $4,207 $300,100 $0 $300,100
2019 $3,927 $278,700 $0 $278,700
2018 $3,522 $247,300 $0 $247,300
2017 $3,414 $240,600 $0 $240,600
2016 $3,616 $243,500 $0 $243,500
2015 $3,103 $229,700 $0 $229,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73374377

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: IPSW-000030B-000018-000001