Seller's Agent in 2025
Wendy Willis
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
(978) 270-1872
38 in this area
112 Total Sales
23 River Rd West Newbury, MA 01985
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
4,265
Sq Ft
0.92
Acres
Highlights
- River View
- Landscaped Professionally
- Wood Flooring
- Colonial Architecture
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Mud Room
About This Home
As of April 2025Stunning Georgian Colonial sited w/ commanding views of the river and deeded access & ability to build dock is a study in refined living. This home has everything the discerning buyer could want: inlaid floors, transom windows, moldings, built-ins, columns, no detail overlooked in this custom home built by a local high end builder. Bright eat-in kitchen w/quartz counters, built-ins open to fireplaced family room & heart of this bewitching home. Dining room w/crown moldings, wainscoting & tray ceiling, step down fireplaced living room offers beautiful spaces for all occasions. Office/library w/water views. Great room over garage offers great flex space! Private screen porch & stone patio w/firepit, park-like grounds. Spacious primary suite w/custom spa bathroom & sitting/dressing room plus 3 large bedrooms & guest bath. EV charger in garage. HURRY THIS IS A WELL PRICED HOME FOR THE LOCATION AND QUALITY.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,123
Year Built
- Built in 1996
Lot Details
- 0.92 Acre Lot
- Stone Wall
- Landscaped Professionally
- Sprinkler System
- Property is zoned RB
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 4,265 Sq Ft Home
- Crown Molding
- Tray Ceiling
- Recessed Lighting
- Picture Window
- French Doors
- Mud Room
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Great Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sitting Room
- Dining Area
- Home Office
- Screened Porch
- River Views
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Dressing Area
- Double Vanity
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
- Linen Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Block Basement Construction
Outdoor Features
- Bulkhead
- Patio
- Outdoor Storage
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Dr Page Elementary School
- Pentucket Middle School
- Pentucket High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Baseboard Heating
- Power Generator
- Private Water Source
- Water Heater
- Private Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:012.0 B:0000 L:0013.E,2178289
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Near Conservation Area
Recreation
- Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 28, 2025
Closed on
Apr 25, 2025
Sold by
Brian P Shea T P and Brian Shea
Bought by
Osullivan Aisling A and Osullivan Sherwood R
Seller's Agent
Wendy Willis
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Buyer's Agent
Sally Laffely
Laffely Real Estate Associates
List Price
$1,500,000
Sold Price
$1,540,000
Premium/Discount to List
$40,000
2.67%
Views
32
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$94
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.01%
Original Mortgage
$1,140,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,133,273
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$406,633
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 10, 2023
Sold by
Shea Brian P and Shea Elizabeth M
Bought by
Brian P Shea T P and Brian Shea
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 13, 2020
Closed on
Jan 25, 2021
Sold by
Stead 2 Ret and Bashaw
Bought by
Shea Brian P and Shea Elizabeth M
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Smith
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Smith
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
List Price
$1,300,000
Sold Price
$1,188,580
Premium/Discount to List
-$111,420
-8.57%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.38%
Original Mortgage
$888,750
Interest Rate
2.67%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 13, 2017
Sold by
Bashaw Scott M and Bashaw Terri A
Bought by
Stead 2 Ret and Bashaw
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 12, 2008
Sold by
Fortin Andrew A and Fortin Gail A
Bought by
Bashaw Scott M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$75,000
Interest Rate
6.43%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 19, 1996
Sold by
Wojcicki and Wojcicki Mark
Bought by
Fortin Andrew A and Fortin Gail A
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,540,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,540,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,540,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,188,580 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,188,580 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,188,580 | None Available | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $836,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $836,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $459,900 | -- | |
| Deed | $459,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,140,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $1,140,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $888,750 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $620,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $75,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/25/2025 04/25/25 | Sold | $1,540,000 | +2.7% | $361 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/28/2025 01/28/25 | For Sale | $1,500,000 | +26.2% | $352 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/28/2021 01/28/21 | Sold | $1,188,580 | -3.0% | $279 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/18/2020 11/18/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/03/2020 11/03/20 | Price Changed | $1,225,000 | -5.8% | $287 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/13/2020 10/13/20 | For Sale | $1,300,000 | -- | $305 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $14,759 | $1,366,600 | $431,000 | $935,600 |
| 2024 | $15,123 | $1,397,700 | $499,500 | $898,200 |
| 2023 | $14,555 | $1,319,600 | $462,500 | $857,100 |
| 2022 | $15,336 | $1,178,800 | $467,700 | $711,100 |
| 2021 | $15,218 | $1,022,700 | $393,300 | $629,400 |
| 2020 | $14,560 | $1,009,700 | $393,300 | $616,400 |
| 2019 | $14,879 | $1,021,200 | $393,300 | $627,900 |
| 2018 | $13,826 | $949,600 | $361,400 | $588,200 |
| 2017 | $13,817 | $949,600 | $361,400 | $588,200 |
| 2016 | $13,208 | $902,800 | $314,600 | $588,200 |
| 2015 | $13,415 | $855,000 | $314,600 | $540,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Wendy Willis
-
Sally Laffely
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Sally Laffely
Laffely Real Estate Associates
(978) 375-1821
2 in this area
52 Total Sales
-
Elizabeth Smith
Seller's Agent in 2021
Elizabeth Smith
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
(978) 302-0824
20 in this area
429 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73329820
APN: WNEW-000012-000000-000013E
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