$1,323,000
SOLD OCT 1, 2025

3 Howard St Ipswich, MA 01938

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,050 Sq Ft
43,560 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$434 Per Sq Ft

10% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Golf Course Community
  • Open Floorplan
  • Landscaped Professionally

About This Home

As of October 2025

Moments away from Crane Beach & surrounded by scenic trails, this coastal Ipswich Colonial offers a rare blend of luxury & New England charm. A chef’s kitchen with quartz counters, upgraded stainless appliances & timeless appeal opens to a sun-drenched family room with a gas fireplace & slider to the outdoor deck & garden - perfect for indoor-outdoor living. Formal dining and living rooms with stunning woodwork details & bay window adds elegance, while hardwood floors flow throughout. The stunning primary suite boasts a sitting area, walk-in closet & spa-like en-suite bath with double vanity & quartz counters. 3 additional bedrooms, a full bath & dedicated laundry room complete the upper level. Outdoors, relish in professionally landscaped grounds surrounded by lush gardens & privacy, while a serene pond invites winter skating. A heated/cooled insulated garage with double doors, detached carriage house/workshop, & easy access to 95 & Route 1 complete this exceptional coastal retreat.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kevin Fruh

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 09/03/2025

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Rachel Mello

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Binni Hackett

Compass

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,635

Year Built

  • Built in 2014

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RRA

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Parking Shed
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,050 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wainscoting
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Insulated Windows
  • Sliding Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Family Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Double Vanity
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Bulkhead
  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Schools

  • Ipswich Elementary And Middle School
  • Ipswich High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 2 Cooling Zones
  • 2 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heat Pump System
  • Private Sewer
  • High Speed Internet

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat
  • Property is near schools

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:026 B:003E L:0,1952462

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Shops

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,635

Year Built

Built in 2014

Lot Details

1 Acres

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Internet Available - Broadband
  • Door Features: Insulated Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Double Vanity
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom 3 Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Tray Ceiling(s)
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Slider
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Peninsula
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Bulkhead
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3050
  • Living Area: 3050
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: BB5918
  • MAIN SO: AN2383
  • Insulation: Full

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Garden
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Composite
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Detached, Heated Garage, Carriage Shed, Paved Drive, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 2
  • COOLING ZONES: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Marina, Public School
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:026 B:003E L:0,1952462
  • Zoning: RRA
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 43586
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 12635

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Ipswich
  • Elementary School: Ipswich
  • Middle Or Junior School: Ipswich

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 3, 2025
Closed on
Oct 1, 2025
Sold by
Bouchard Julie F and Bouchard Robert G
Bought by
Difrancesco Michael and Difrancesco Michelle
Seller's Agent
Kevin Fruh
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Binni Hackett
Compass
List Price
$1,199,900
Sold Price
$1,323,000
Premium/Discount to List
$123,100
10.26%
Views
43
Current Estimated Value
$1,292,472

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$30,528
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.41%
Original Mortgage
$926,099
Outstanding Balance
$923,118
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$369,354

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 23, 2015
Closed on
Oct 23, 2015
Sold by
Jr Design & Build Llc
Bought by
Bouchard Robert G and Bouchard Julie F
Seller's Agent
Maria Salzillo
J. Barrett & Company
Buyer's Agent
Dan Bernal
Atlantic Coast Homes,Inc
List Price
$729,900
Sold Price
$699,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-4.11%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.61%
Original Mortgage
$276,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 16, 2012
Closed on
Mar 5, 2014
Sold by
Randall Associates Inc
Bought by
J R Design & Build Llc
Seller's Agent
Kathie Strout
Century 21 North East
Buyer's Agent
Maria Salzillo
J. Barrett & Company
List Price
$200,000
Sold Price
$187,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,500
-6.25%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
124.36%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
4.39%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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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
Quit Claim Deed $1,323,000 --
Quit Claim Deed $690,000 --
Quit Claim Deed $187,500 --
Quit Claim Deed $187,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $926,099 New Conventional
Previous Owner $276,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $600,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/01/2025 10/01/25 Sold $1,323,000 +10.3% $434 / Sq Ft
09/08/2025 09/08/25 Pending -- -- --
09/03/2025 09/03/25 For Sale $1,199,900 +71.4% $393 / Sq Ft
10/23/2015 10/23/15 Sold $699,900 0.0% $229 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/10/2015 07/10/15 Pending -- -- --
06/02/2015 06/02/15 Off Market $699,900 -- --
04/21/2015 04/21/15 Price Changed $699,900 -1.4% $229 / Sq Ft
04/09/2015 04/09/15 Price Changed $709,900 -2.7% $233 / Sq Ft
01/23/2015 01/23/15 For Sale $729,900 +289.3% $239 / Sq Ft
03/06/2014 03/06/14 Sold $187,500 -6.3% $66 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/04/2014 02/04/14 Pending -- -- --
11/16/2012 11/16/12 For Sale $200,000 -- $71 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

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 $12,635 $1,133,200 $392,200 $741,000
2024 $11,891 $1,044,900 $392,100 $652,800
2023 $11,411 $933,000 $361,600 $571,400
2022 $11,124 $865,000 $331,100 $533,900
2021 $10,662 $806,500 $315,900 $490,600
2020 $10,673 $761,300 $300,600 $460,700
2019 $10,243 $727,000 $285,400 $441,600
2018 $10,135 $711,700 $270,100 $441,600
2017 $9,556 $673,400 $248,300 $425,100
2016 $9,283 $625,100 $248,300 $376,800
2015 $4,746 $351,300 $239,600 $111,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73424849

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: IPSW-000026-000003-E000000

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