Seller's Agent in 2019
Andy Peterson
Four Seasons Sotheby's International Realty
(603) 924-3321
8 in this area
173 Total Sales
72 Academy Rd New Ipswich, NH 03071
Estimated Value: $559,000 - $716,000
3
Beds
4
Baths
8,000
Sq Ft
$83/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Basketball Court
- Federal Architecture
- Vaulted Ceiling
- 3.1 Acre Lot
- Secluded Lot
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of June 2019This stunning historic hilltop property...with newly renovated section ready for residential use as personal home or vacation getaway...offers a myriad of possibilities for future use. Large elevated site with expansive open lawns set in in beautiful part of Historic New Ipswich village, surrounded by distinguished period homes. Appleton Academy, formally New Ipswich Academy and later renamed after benefactor Samuel Appleton, the largest early donor, was the second oldest academy chartered in New Hamphire (after Phillips Exeter) in 1789. It continued in operation until becoming a college preparatory school in 1969 and remained open until economic times forced it's closure in 1974. Destinguished alumni of Appleton Academy include Jesse Appleton, first President of Bowdoin College, Jonas Chickering, founder of Chickering Piano Company and Levi Woodbury, Governor of New Hampshire. Since 2012, thre property has been home to The Center for Information, Technology and Society (CITS). In addition to the massive brick main building there is also a large frame building in need of substanstial repair which was the former school gymnasium and basketball court. Bring your ideas...many exciting possibilities for future use of this dignified campus! Call exclusive listing agent Andy Peterson of The Petersons, Inc. (603) 924-3321 or cell # (603) 496-9172 to arrange a personal tour!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Four Seasons Sotheby's International Realty License #009851 Listed on: 02/11/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,668
Year Built
- Built in 1941
Lot Details
- 3.1 Acre Lot
- Landscaped
- Secluded Lot
- Open Lot
- Lot Sloped Up
- Historic Home
- Property is zoned VD2 V
Home Design
- Federal Architecture
- Repairs Needed
- Converted Dwelling
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Concrete Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Shingle Roof
- Marble or Granite Building Materials
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Window Treatments
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Connecting Stairway
- Interior Basement Entry
- Natural lighting in basement
Parking
- 21 Car Parking Spaces
- Circular Driveway
- Paved Parking
- Visitor Parking
Outdoor Features
- Basketball Court
- Outdoor Storage
- Outbuilding
Schools
- Appleton Elementary School
- Boynton Middle School
- Mascenic Regional High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heat Exchanger
- Heat Pump System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Propane
- Dug Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Shared Septic
- Septic Needed
Community Details
- Hiking Trails
- Trails
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot A
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 11, 2019
Closed on
Jun 18, 2019
Sold by
Schaefer Todd A
Bought by
Kraska Scott D
Seller's Agent
Andy Peterson
Four Seasons Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Meghan Bangs
RE/MAX Town Square
List Price
$395,000
Sold Price
$350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-11.39%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$311,030
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.88%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 17, 2018
Closed on
Dec 13, 2018
Sold by
Cits At Appleton Llc
Bought by
Schaffer Todd A
Seller's Agent
Andy Peterson
Four Seasons Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Andy Peterson
Four Seasons Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$395,000
Sold Price
$275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$120,000
-30.38%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
60.46%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 27, 2017
Sold by
Center Fof Informantio
Bought by
Cits Appleton Llc
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kraska Scott D | $350,000 | -- | |
| Schaffer Todd A | $275,000 | -- | |
| Cits Appleton Llc | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Schaffer Todd A | $200,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/18/2019 06/18/19 | Sold | $350,000 | -11.4% | $44 / Sq Ft |
| 03/29/2019 03/29/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/11/2019 02/11/19 | For Sale | $395,000 | +43.6% | $49 / Sq Ft |
| 12/13/2018 12/13/18 | Sold | $275,000 | -30.4% | $34 / Sq Ft |
| 10/07/2018 10/07/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/17/2018 07/17/18 | For Sale | $395,000 | -- | $49 / Sq Ft |
Source: PrimeMLS
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,923 | $652,000 | $158,700 | $493,300 |
| 2023 | $8,879 | $345,500 | $93,200 | $252,300 |
| 2022 | $8,123 | $345,500 | $93,200 | $252,300 |
| 2021 | $7,677 | $345,500 | $93,200 | $252,300 |
| 2020 | $7,342 | $345,500 | $93,200 | $252,300 |
| 2019 | $7,508 | $345,500 | $93,200 | $252,300 |
| 2018 | $10,153 | $362,600 | $96,500 | $266,100 |
| 2017 | $0 | $362,100 | $96,500 | $265,600 |
| 2016 | $0 | $361,600 | $96,500 | $265,100 |
| 2015 | -- | $361,600 | $96,500 | $265,100 |
| 2014 | $10,024 | $361,600 | $96,500 | $265,100 |
| 2013 | $8,475 | $378,700 | $113,600 | $265,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Andy Peterson
-
Meghan Bangs
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Meghan Bangs
RE/MAX
(603) 759-4894
8 in this area
16 Total Sales
Map
Source: PrimeMLS
MLS Number: 4736103
APN: NIPS-000011-000000-000131-A000000
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