$700,000
SOLD FEB 24, 2023

38 N Main St Ipswich, MA 01938

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,571 Sq Ft
1,934 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$446 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

110 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near public transit
  • Post and Beam
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Ipswich High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • 4 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of February 2023

Live in one of the most iconic homes in Ipswich in the heart of downtown. The old Post Office, originally built in 1763, has charm, appeal and historic significance. This home has been meticulously updated with all the modern conveniences all while leaving important historic details. The house features 4 fireplaces, original wood floors, stained glass windows, smart built-in shelving and hidden storage spaces. Grab your coffee and sit out in your 3-season porch. Newer roof, updated electrical, plumbing and heating system. Located just steps away to downtown Ipswich with shops, restaurants, commuter rail station with service into North Station in Boston. Easy access to Crane Beach and the Crane Estate. Don't miss this unique opportunity.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Andrea Lacroix

Churchill Properties Listed on: 08/03/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Dolores Person

William Raveis Real Estate

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,104

Year Built

  • Built in 1763

Lot Details

  • 1,934 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned 1R

Home Design

  • Post and Beam
  • Antique Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,571 Sq Ft Home
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Insulated Windows
  • Sitting Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Built-In Range
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Crawl Space

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 1 Cooling Zone
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Shops

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:42A B:283A L:0,1956751

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,104

Year Built

Built in 1763

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Antique
  • Year Built: 1763
  • Buyer Agency: 2
  • Transaction Broker: 2
  • Year Built Details: Certified Historic
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Other
  • Interior Amenities: Sitting Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Appliances: Disposal,Countertop Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer, Gas Water Heater,Tankless Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Basement: Partial, Crawl Space
  • Living Area: 1571
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: AN4851
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 461.49
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 445.58
  • MAIN SO: AN4850

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame, Post & Beam
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Enclosed
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:42A B:283A L:0,1956751
  • Zoning: 1R
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Size Area: 0.04
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1934
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 586
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8104
  • Tax Book Number: 37615

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 25, 2019
Closed on
Jun 26, 2019
Sold by
Collins Melissa and Collins Michael H
Bought by
Steward John
Seller's Agent
Ingrid Miles
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Buyer's Agent
Stephen Miles
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
List Price
$679,000
Sold Price
$681,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
0.29%
Current Estimated Value
$793,313

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$112,313
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.28%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 2005
Sold by
Hanson Grace Mishthi
Bought by
Collins Michael H and Collins Melissa

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$280,000
Interest Rate
5.83%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 21, 2004
Sold by
Krause Alexander D
Bought by
Hanson Grace Mishth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$274,500
Interest Rate
5.75%
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
Not Resolvable $681,000 --
Deed $350,000 --
Deed $350,000 --
Deed $305,000 --
Deed $305,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $145,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $246,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $280,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $274,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/24/2023 02/24/23 Sold $700,000 -3.4% $446 / Sq Ft
11/22/2022 11/22/22 Pending -- -- --
10/12/2022 10/12/22 Price Changed $725,000 -3.3% $461 / Sq Ft
09/20/2022 09/20/22 Price Changed $750,000 0.0% $477 / Sq Ft
09/20/2022 09/20/22 For Sale $750,000 -3.2% $477 / Sq Ft
08/31/2022 08/31/22 Pending -- -- --
08/16/2022 08/16/22 For Sale $775,000 0.0% $493 / Sq Ft
08/08/2022 08/08/22 Pending -- -- --
08/03/2022 08/03/22 For Sale $775,000 +13.8% $493 / Sq Ft
06/26/2019 06/26/19 Sold $681,000 +0.3% $433 / Sq Ft
05/28/2019 05/28/19 Pending -- -- --
05/25/2019 05/25/19 For Sale $679,000 -- $432 / 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 $7,535 $675,800 $135,200 $540,600
2024 $7,435 $653,300 $161,800 $491,500
2023 $7,898 $645,800 $134,200 $511,600
2022 $8,104 $630,200 $134,200 $496,000
2021 $8,145 $616,100 $133,300 $482,800
2020 $5,448 $388,600 $120,200 $268,400
2019 $5,440 $386,100 $115,800 $270,300
2018 $4,940 $362,100 $108,800 $253,300
2017 $4,969 $350,200 $104,500 $245,700
2016 $5,085 $342,400 $96,700 $245,700
2015 $4,602 $340,600 $94,900 $245,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73020601

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: IPSW-000042A-000283-A000000