281 Congress St Duxbury, MA 02332
2
Beds
3
Baths
1,300
Sq Ft
2.52
Acres
Highlights
- Pond View
- Deck
- Porch
- Alden School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- Patio
About This Home
As of November 2023Waterfront! Lovely ranch with 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths & 2 car garage down private driveway to retreat lot located on the South River Reservoir. This home boasts beautiful views of nature, sit & watch the swans swim by! Private backyard with wood deck, circular patio, storage shed & direct pond access for canoe or kayak. Covered porch entry into mudroom with slate flooring. Main level living room & dining room with pine wood floors & views of the pond thru the large windows. Living room with fireplace, beamed vaulted ceiling and finished room in loft for office or crafts. Kitchen with white cabinetry, eating area, island and 2 sinks. 1/2 bath and den finish out the main level. Walk out lower level includes owners suite with full bath and walk in closet as well as a 2nd bedroom, full bath & laundry/storage room. Both bedrooms have serene views of the pond. Don't miss this one! Sold As-is.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,311
Year Built
- Built in 1969
Lot Details
- Year Round Access
- Property is zoned WP
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Property Views
- Pond Views
Kitchen
- <<microwave>>
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Pine Flooring
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Laminate
- Stone
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Storage Shed
- Porch
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Hot Water Baseboard Heater
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Water Holding Tank
- Oil Water Heater
- Private Sewer
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Basement
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:042 B:036 L:025
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 30, 2018
Sold by
Susan M Leigh Johnson M and Susan Leigh
Bought by
Leigh-Johnson Susan M
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 27, 2016
Sold by
Leigh-Johnson Susan M
Bought by
Susan M Leigh Johnson M and Susan Leigh
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 21, 2014
Sold by
281 Congress Dux Llc
Bought by
Johnson Paul E and Johnson Susan M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 2, 2009
Sold by
Johnson Paul E
Bought by
Johnson Paul E and Leigh-Johnson Susan M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 11, 1996
Sold by
Duxbury Acquistion T and Duxbury Twersky
Bought by
Johnson Paul E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$139,500
Interest Rate
8.18%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 9, 1991
Sold by
Pratt John W
Bought by
Duxbury Acquisition T
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $155,000 | -- | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $6,100 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $731,865 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $375,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $612,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $395,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $612,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $139,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $28,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2023 11/14/23 | Sold | $759,000 | 0.0% | $309 / Sq Ft |
| 09/18/2023 09/18/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/14/2023 09/14/23 | For Sale | $759,000 | +61.5% | $309 / Sq Ft |
| 04/25/2019 04/25/19 | Sold | $470,000 | +2.2% | $362 / Sq Ft |
| 03/10/2019 03/10/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/07/2019 03/07/19 | For Sale | $459,900 | -- | $354 / 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 | $7,311 | $721,000 | $458,900 | $262,100 |
| 2024 | $6,070 | $603,400 | $423,900 | $179,500 |
| 2023 | $6,729 | $629,500 | $440,800 | $188,700 |
| 2022 | $6,821 | $531,200 | $363,700 | $167,500 |
| 2021 | $6,798 | $469,500 | $303,400 | $166,100 |
| 2020 | $7,424 | $506,400 | $348,500 | $157,900 |
| 2019 | $6,681 | $455,100 | $290,900 | $164,200 |
| 2018 | $6,628 | $437,200 | $270,600 | $166,600 |
| 2017 | $6,514 | $420,000 | $253,000 | $167,000 |
| 2016 | $6,531 | $420,000 | $253,000 | $167,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $388,200 | $221,200 | $167,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jonathan Mark
Seller's Agent in 2023
Jonathan Mark
Waterfront Realty Group
(781) 733-7717
46 Total Sales
-
The Goodrich Team
Buyer's Agent in 2023
The Goodrich Team
Compass
(617) 398-4444
458 Total Sales
-
Paul Lyons Jr.
P
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Paul Lyons Jr.
Coldwell Banker Realty - Westwood
(781) 326-2300
1 Total Sale
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72461644
APN: DUXB-000042-000036-000025
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