$1,289,000
SOLD JUN 29, 2018

7 Tip Top Rd Swampscott, MA 01907

5 Beds
5 Baths
4,101 Sq Ft
0.69 Acres

Recently Sold

$314 Per Sq Ft

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Deck
  • Porch
  • Swampscott High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Security Service

About This Home

As of December 2023

Stately Private Georgian Colonial. Unique in every way with extraordinary, lush private grounds, impressive details, five spacious bedrooms, and 4.5 bathrooms located in a prestigious area of Swampscott just 13 miles north of Boston. This special home has been impeccably maintained. The beautifully appointed kitchen offers the finest of amenities connected to a comfortable family room exiting to a lovely patio. Oversized windows offer scenic natural vistas and sunshine all year round. All the bedrooms are quite spacious and well located. Incomparable closets and storage areas throughout. The separate back stairway can serve as an au pair suite, guest suite or home office if you wish. Included are 5 heating zones and 4 air conditioning zones with humidity controls. All top quality. The present owners have loved living in this very special home. The wonderful neighborhood and beach just around the corner only add to the many reasons you must come visit your new home and lifestyle.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hilary Foutes

Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 04/27/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Hilary Foutes

Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 04/27/2018

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $21,336

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • Year Round Access
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned A1

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • Window Screens
  • French Doors
  • Basement

Kitchen

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  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Humidifier
  • Heat Pump System
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Water Treatment System
  • Water Holding Tank
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Security Service

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:0035 B:0091 L:0

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$21,336

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

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Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial, Georgian
  • Other Agent: 1.50
  • Year Built Description: Approximate, Renovated Since
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 314.31
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1925

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Security System, Cable Available, French Doors, Wired for Surround Sound
  • Appliances: Wall Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Countertop Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment
  • No Bedrooms: 5
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Second Floor, Fireplace, Closet - Walk-in, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Attic Access, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Chair Rail
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Chair Rail, Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom 4: On Level: Second Floor, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Chair Rail, Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom 5: On Level: Second Floor, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: First Floor, Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Main Level
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded
  • Bathroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Upgraded, Double Vanity
  • No Rooms: 9
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor, Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Open Floor Plan
  • Family Room: On Level: First Floor, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Main Level, Cable Hookup, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Kitchen: On Level: First Floor, Skylight, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Main Level, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wainscoting, Gas Stove
  • Laundry: On Level: Basement, Dryer Hookup - Dual, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup
  • Living Room: On Level: First Floor, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Main Level, Exterior Access, Open Floor Plan
  • Basement: Y
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System
  • Other Room 1: Name: Bathroom, On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Recessed Lighting
  • Other Room 2: Name: Mud Room, On Level: First Floor, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Other Room 3: Name: Play Room, On Level: Basement
  • Other Room 4: Name: Bathroom, On Level: Basement, Bathroom - Full
  • Other Room 5: Name: Wine Cellar
  • Other Room 6: Name: Bathroom, On Level: Basement, Bathroom - With Shower Stall
  • Main Lo: AN4471
  • Main So: AN4471
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 4101.00

Exterior Features

  • Beach Ownership: Public
  • Beachfront Flag: Yes
  • Beach Miles To: 1/10 to 3/10
  • Frontage: 112.00
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Tile, Rubber
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens
  • Foundation: Brick

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 4
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Radiant, Heat Pump, Humidifier, Gas
  • Heat Zones: 5
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection

Schools

  • Elementary School: Swampscott
  • Middle School: Swampscott
  • High School: Swampscott

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 1377900.00
  • Acre: 0.69
  • Lot Size: 30105.00
  • Page: 321
  • Parcel Number: M:0035 B:0091 L:0
  • Zoning: A1
  • Lot Description: Paved Drive

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 22046.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2169721

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2004
Sold by
Hirsch Mary Ellen and Hirsch Steven E
Bought by
Kenahan Charles E and Kenahan Carla B
Current Estimated Value
$2,009,949

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
5.99%
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
Deed $1,280,000 --
Deed $1,280,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,530,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $1,500,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $1,031,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $500,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $1,000,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $500,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/15/2023 12/15/23 Sold $1,875,000 -10.7% $402 / Sq Ft
11/04/2023 11/04/23 Pending -- -- --
10/10/2023 10/10/23 For Sale $2,100,000 0.0% $450 / Sq Ft
09/22/2023 09/22/23 Pending -- -- --
09/13/2023 09/13/23 For Sale $2,100,000 +62.9% $450 / Sq Ft
06/29/2018 06/29/18 Sold $1,289,000 0.0% $314 / Sq Ft
05/03/2018 05/03/18 Pending -- -- --
04/27/2018 04/27/18 For Sale $1,289,000 -- $314 / 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 $21,336 $1,860,200 $816,100 $1,044,100
2024 $23,141 $2,014,000 $782,100 $1,231,900
2023 $20,810 $1,772,600 $714,100 $1,058,500
2022 $19,861 $1,548,000 $612,100 $935,900
2021 $18,801 $1,362,400 $510,100 $852,300
2020 $19,256 $1,346,600 $510,100 $836,500
2019 $21,476 $1,412,900 $459,100 $953,800
2018 $22,046 $1,377,900 $459,100 $918,800
2017 $22,620 $1,296,300 $433,600 $862,700
2016 $22,465 $1,296,300 $433,600 $862,700
2015 $22,232 $1,296,300 $433,600 $862,700
2014 $20,785 $1,111,500 $395,400 $716,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72316524

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SWAM-000035-000091