$775,000
SOLD MAR 24, 2020

253 High Rd Newbury, MA 01951

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,132 Sq Ft
3 Acres

Recently Sold

$247 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Fruit Trees
  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Central Vacuum
  • Wood Flooring
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Stone Wall

About This Home

As of March 2025

OPEN HOUSES CANCELLED - OFFER ACCEPTED! NESTLED among Million Dollar homes, this 2001 Custom Colonial set upon 3 acres a stone's throw from the Lower Green & Parker River is almost too good to be true! Beautifully set back from High Rd this 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home offers an open, airy & versatile floor plan with room for all. Natural light & pastoral views abound. Chef worthy kitchen is the heart of the home & boasts Viking range, stainless steel appliances, granite counters with breakfast bar & eat-in kitchen area for more casual meals or family time. Gas fireplaced living room, formal dining room, 14 x 16 sunroom, mudroom, 1/2 bath & laundry area round out the 1st floor. Spacious Master Bedroom suite with spa-worthy master bath complete with Jacuzzi tub & gorgeous walk-in tiled shower, walk in closets. 3 addtl bedrooms & full bath complete the 2nd floor. Central AC, full unfinished bsmt for further expansion possibilities, 2 car attached garage. Don't miss out!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cheryl Caldwell

William Raveis Real Estate Listed on: 02/24/2020

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Deanna Shelley

RE/MAX Bentley's

RE/MAX Bentley's

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,248

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • Year Round Access
  • Stone Wall
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is zoned AR4

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • Central Vacuum
  • Window Screens
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Private Sewer
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:0R27 B:0000 L:0064A

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,248

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Year Built Description: Actual
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 232.76
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2001

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Central Vacuum, Cable Available
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 15X16, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 14X12, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 14X12, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom 4: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 14X32, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 5X5, Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 15X7, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Bathroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 10X9, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • No Rooms: 8
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 12X14, Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting, Lighting - Pendant
  • Family Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 15X21, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Kitchen: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 15X15, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Main Level, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
  • Laundry: On Level: First Floor
  • Living Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 15X14, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Cable Hookup, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting
  • Basement: Y
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Other Room 1: Name: Mud Room, On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 9X8, Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Exterior Access, Beadboard
  • Other Room 2: Name: Sun Room, On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 14X16, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Main Level, Exterior Access
  • Other Room 3: Name: Foyer, On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 13X11, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Main Lo: AN4850
  • Main So: AN2888
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3132.00

Exterior Features

  • Beach Ownership: Public
  • Beachfront Flag: Yes
  • Beach Miles To: 1/2 to 1 Mile
  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Gutters, Screens, Fruit Trees, Stone Wall
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Insulation Feature: Full

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 10
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage
  • Garage Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Water: Private Water
  • Electric Features: 200 Amps
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Heat Zones: 2
  • Hot Water: Propane Gas
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Schools

  • Elementary School: Newbury
  • Middle School: Triton
  • High School: Triton

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 697000.00
  • Lot: 64A
  • Acre: 3.00
  • Lot Size: 130680.00
  • Page: 158
  • Parcel Number: M:0R27 B:0000 L:0064A
  • Zoning: AR4
  • Lot Description: Paved Drive, Cleared, Level, Scenic View(s)

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Insulated Doors, Prog. Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 7535.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4127635

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 23, 2025
Closed on
Mar 31, 2025
Sold by
Matthews Brett J and Matthews Katelyn E
Bought by
Altieri Michael J and Card Bethany A
Seller's Agent
Deanna Shelley
RE/MAX Bentley's
Buyer's Agent
Celine Muldowney
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
List Price
$1,549,000
Sold Price
$1,550,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.06%
Views
37
Current Estimated Value
$1,526,632

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$23,368
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.64%
Original Mortgage
$1,166,250
Outstanding Balance
$1,163,574
Interest Rate
7.38%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$363,058

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 24, 2020
Closed on
Mar 20, 2020
Sold by
Jewett and Kennedy Laurie
Bought by
Matthews Brett J and Matthews Katelyn E
Seller's Agent
Cheryl Caldwell
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Deanna Shelley
RE/MAX Bentley's
List Price
$729,000
Sold Price
$775,000
Premium/Discount to List
$46,000
6.31%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.81%
Original Mortgage
$690,000
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 12, 2012
Closed on
Dec 10, 2012
Sold by
Kennedy John J
Bought by
Kennedy John J and Jewett-Kennedy Laurie
Seller's Agent
Tracy Mousseau
Stone Ridge Properties, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Tasha Mellett
Wellsco, LLC
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-4.35%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.81%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 12, 2012
Closed on
Dec 7, 2012
Sold by
Drueding James A
Bought by
Kennedy John J
Seller's Agent
Tracy Mousseau
Stone Ridge Properties, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Tasha Mellett
Wellsco, LLC
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-4.35%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 2002
Sold by
Sabatini David M
Bought by
Drueding James A
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,555,000 None Available
Deed $1,555,000 None Available
Not Resolvable $775,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Not Resolvable $550,000 --
Deed $615,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,166,250 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $1,166,250 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $680,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $690,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $194,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $136,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $100,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $417,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/31/2025 03/31/25 Sold $1,550,000 +0.1% $351 / Sq Ft
01/28/2025 01/28/25 Pending -- -- --
01/23/2025 01/23/25 For Sale $1,549,000 +99.9% $350 / Sq Ft
03/24/2020 03/24/20 Sold $775,000 +6.3% $247 / Sq Ft
02/25/2020 02/25/20 Pending -- -- --
02/24/2020 02/24/20 For Sale $729,000 +32.5% $233 / Sq Ft
12/07/2012 12/07/12 Sold $550,000 -4.3% $182 / Sq Ft
11/30/2012 11/30/12 Pending -- -- --
08/17/2012 08/17/12 For Sale $575,000 0.0% $190 / Sq Ft
07/25/2012 07/25/12 Pending -- -- --
07/12/2012 07/12/12 For Sale $575,000 -- $190 / 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 $8,248 $1,107,100 $446,600 $660,500
2024 $7,868 $1,024,500 $402,400 $622,100
2023 $8,019 $924,900 $363,200 $561,700
2022 $7,556 $776,600 $324,000 $452,600
2021 $7,691 $721,500 $284,800 $436,700
2020 $7,660 $697,000 $277,000 $420,000
2019 $7,535 $697,000 $277,000 $420,000
2018 $7,305 $670,200 $277,000 $393,200
2017 $6,843 $645,000 $265,200 $379,800
2016 $6,808 $597,200 $235,800 $361,400
2015 $6,699 $581,500 $220,100 $361,400
2014 $6,279 $554,700 $197,600 $357,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72623021

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEWB-000027R-000000-000064A