$880,000
SOLD FEB 6, 2026

486 Main St Amesbury, MA 01913

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,771 Sq Ft
13,939 Sq Ft

Recently Sold

$497 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

93 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Front
  • Golf Course Community
  • Barn or Stable
  • Marina
  • Community Stables
  • Medical Services

About This Home

As of February 2026

RARE OPPORTUNITY to acquire a sweet antique home situated on a generous Point Shore double lot on the exclusive, desirable and quiet "Old" Main St - with mature trees and stunning WATERFRONT VIEWS of the Merrimack River. Highlights of this 2-3 bedroom /2.5 bath property include hardwood floors throughout; an updated primary bathroom with beautifully tiled shower; small antique 2-story carriage barn/shed; a renovated IKEA kitchen with wine fridge and pantry storage; the fireplaced living room with built-in shelving to display treasures; and the sunroom where your gaze is continually drawn to calm blue water across the street. Private backyard includes small patio area and expansive yard space.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Barb Cullen

Keller Williams Realty Evolution Listed on: 09/18/2025

Keller Williams Realty Evolution

Last Buyer's Agent

Debbie Beal

Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,667

Year Built

  • Built in 1850

Lot Details

  • 0.32 Acre Lot
  • Beach Front
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R20

Property Views

  • River
  • Scenic Vista

Home Design

  • Antique Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,771 Sq Ft Home
  • Skylights
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Parking Shed
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Stone Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Deeded Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • AHS High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Barn or Stable

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3670090

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Community Stables
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,667

Year Built

Built in 1850

Lot Details

0.32 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Antique
  • Year Built: 1850
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Sun Room
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Skylight, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - With Tub
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Exterior Access, Wine Chiller, Gas Stove
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1771
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 1771
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: C95098
  • MAIN SO: AN2314

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Barn/Stable, Garden
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Other Structures: Barn/Stable
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, River, Lake/Pond, Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterfront YN: Yes
  • Waterview Flag: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Carriage Shed, Barn, Off Street, Deeded, Stone/Gravel
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3670090
  • Zoning: R20
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.32
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13773
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 11667

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • Waterview: River

MLS Schools

  • High School: Ahs

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 18, 2025
Closed on
Feb 6, 2026
Sold by
Howell Janet H
Bought by
Reilly Kathleen and Ross Brian
Seller's Agent
Barb Cullen
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Buyer's Agent
Debbie Beal
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
List Price
$965,000
Sold Price
$880,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$85,000
-8.81%
Views
245

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
102.86%
Original Mortgage
$721,600
Outstanding Balance
$721,600
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$203,068

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 1991
Sold by
Merchant Nelson J
Bought by
Howell Fred E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
9.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 1991
Sold by
Merchant Carrie E
Bought by
Merchant Nelson J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
9.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Quit Claim Deed $880,000 --
Deed $157,500 --
Deed $14,876 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $721,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $136,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $110,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $40,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $30,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/06/2026 02/06/26 Sold $880,000 -4.9% $497 / Sq Ft
12/20/2025 12/20/25 Pending -- -- --
10/15/2025 10/15/25 Price Changed $925,000 -4.1% $522 / Sq Ft
09/18/2025 09/18/25 For Sale $965,000 -- $545 / 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 $11,668 $762,600 $475,500 $287,100
2024 $11,103 $709,900 $448,600 $261,300
2023 $10,931 $669,000 $407,700 $261,300
2022 $10,007 $565,700 $349,500 $216,200
2021 $9,665 $529,600 $302,900 $226,700
2020 $8,662 $504,200 $291,200 $213,000
2019 $8,612 $468,800 $277,500 $191,300
2018 $7,558 $398,000 $222,100 $175,900
2017 $7,431 $372,500 $222,100 $150,400
2016 $7,852 $387,200 $243,200 $144,000
2015 $7,795 $379,500 $243,200 $136,300
2014 $7,662 $365,400 $243,200 $122,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73432994

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: AMES-000090-000000-000051

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