$750,000
SOLD MAY 13, 2025

8 Ferry Rd Salisbury, MA 01952

5 Beds
3 Baths
4,048 Sq Ft
1.8 Acres

Recently Sold

$185 Per Sq Ft

93 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Carriage House
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1.8 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of May 2025

Step back in time and experience the charm of the Historic Moody House, nestled on 1.8 acres of serene privacy in a peaceful country setting. This unique property includes a 1,512 sq. ft. carriage house with potential for a downstairs workshop, office, or business and an upstairs rental or extended family living. The main house showcases historic character with fireplaces, stained glass windows, wide pumpkin pine floors, beamed ceilings, built-in shelving, and charming nooks. The open kitchen features vaulted ceilings, skylights, and stainless steel appliances. Characteristics such as a convenient 1st floor bedroom and a deep copper tub ensures comfort. Enjoy the private backyard oasis with a pool, jacuzzi, patio, and sunroom. Unwind, surrounded by established perennial gardens and trees. 2 miles to Salisbury Beach and just minutes from downtown Newburyport and the commuter train to Boston. Explore the Salisbury Rail Trail nearby. Come discover the unique features of this home! House has been pre-inspected for peace of mind. Showings by appointment.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tami Mallett

Cameron Prestige, LLC License #066830 Listed on: 10/02/2024

Cameron Prestige, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

A non PrimeMLS member

A Non PrimeMLS Agency

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,383

Year Built

  • Built in 1680

Lot Details

  • 1.8 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R2

Home Design

  • Carriage House
  • Antique Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Wood Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 4,048 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2.5 Levels
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Stone Driveway
  • Gravel Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking
  • 1 to 5 Parking Spaces

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed patio or porch

Schools

  • Salisbury Elementary School
  • Triton Middle School
  • Triton Regional High School

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Block 30
  • Assessor Parcel Number 3

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,383

Year Built

Built in 1680

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Directions: Head east toward Beach Rd, turn right onto Ferry Road, destination will be on the right.
  • Seasonal: No
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1680
  • Display On Internet: Internet - Cable
  • Architectural Style: Antique, Carriage, Farmhouse
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Wooded, Near Paths, Near Shopping, Near Public Transit, Near Hospital
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • MLS Status: (20) Closed - Closed
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4048.0
  • Reso Accessibility Features: 1st Floor Bedroom
  • Unit Levels: 2.5
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Existing
  • Flood_Zone: Unknown
  • Foreclosed_Or_Bank_Owned_Or_REO: No
  • Mobile_Home: No
  • Pre_Construction: No
  • Room_1_Type: Kitchen
  • Room_10_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_11_Type: Bath - Full
  • Room_12_Type: Laundry Room
  • Room_14_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_15_Type: Kitchen
  • Room_2_Type: Dining Room
  • Room_4_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_5_Type: Office/Study
  • Room_6_Type: Sunroom
  • Room_7_Type: Bath - Full
  • Room_8_Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room_9_Type: Bedroom
  • SqFt_Apx_Total_Finished: 4048
  • SqFt_Apx_Unfn_Above_Grade: 0
  • SqFt_Apx_Unfn_Below_Grade: 0
  • Water_View: No
  • SqFt_Apx_Total: 4048
  • Basement_Access_Type: Interior
  • Room_13_Type: Bath - 3/4
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Basement: Bulkhead, Concrete Floor, Dirt Floor, Partial, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Interior Access, Exterior Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: Crushed Stone, Gravel
  • Exterior Features: Hot Tub, Patio, Pool - In Ground, Porch - Enclosed
  • Roof: Shingle - Wood
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exclusions: Downstairs sink is excluded--will be replaced. Seller is taking 2 stained glass lamps over kitchen and dining room table
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Parking Spaces 1 - 10

Utilities

  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Baseboard, Electric, Hot Water
  • Cooling: Other, Wall Unit(s)
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Elementary School: Salisbury Elementary School
  • High School: Triton Regional High School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Triton Middle School

Lot Info

  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Zoning: R2
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.8
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 78408.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7383.0
  • Tax Block: 30
  • Tax Lot: 00
  • Tax Map Number: 3

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 2, 2024
Closed on
May 13, 2025
Sold by
Dorothy B Johnson T B and Dorothy Johnson
Bought by
Ramones John D and Ramones Jonathan M
Seller's Agent
Tami Mallett
Cameron Prestige, LLC
Buyer's Agent
A non PrimeMLS member
A Non PrimeMLS Agency
List Price
$749,900
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.01%
Views
142

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
94.96%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Outstanding Balance
$600,000
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$201,783

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 21, 2012
Sold by
Johnson Dorothy B
Bought by
Johnson Linda D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2001
Sold by
Beattie Ronald
Bought by
Johnson Alden Vincent and Johnson Dorothy B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
6.91%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $750,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $470,000 --
Deed $470,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $600,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $250,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $275,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/13/2025 05/13/25 Sold $750,000 0.0% $185 / Sq Ft
01/03/2025 01/03/25 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2024 10/02/24 For Sale $749,900 -- $185 / Sq Ft
Source: PrimeMLS

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 $7,452 $739,300 $218,900 $520,400
2024 $7,383 $706,500 $208,000 $498,500
2023 $7,184 $665,200 $208,000 $457,200
2022 $6,684 $600,000 $186,200 $413,800
2021 $6,544 $581,200 $186,200 $395,000
2020 $6,394 $557,900 $195,000 $362,900
2019 $6,176 $520,700 $187,400 $333,300
2018 $6,024 $511,400 $176,600 $334,800
2017 $5,648 $473,800 $168,900 $304,900
2016 $5,308 $454,800 $148,200 $306,600
2015 $5,531 $470,700 $142,700 $328,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5017031

PrimeMLS

APN: SALI-000003-000000-000030