$795,000
SOLD OCT 23, 2024

8 Smith St Newbury, MA 01951

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,176 Sq Ft
4,900 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$676 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

62 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Bay View
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Solid Surface Countertops

About This Home

As of October 2024

Environmentally friendly home includes a solar panel system & ductless mini split units. Located on the basin side of Plum Island this property provides easy access to beaches & water-based activities like sailing or kayaking. Fresh sea air enhances the overall experience of living here & an "off the beaten path" location provides a sense of quietude. A recently renovated entry deck w/storage below welcomes you into this charming & meticulously maintained Cape surrounded by mature plantings. There are wide pine floors in many of the rooms & large picture windows in the living rm & study that provide additional natural lighting that permeates the downstairs space. Large kitchen w/onyx countertops opens to the family room w/sliding glass doors that lead to a backyard deck w/pergola - great for entertaining & grilling outdoors. A window in the main bedroom beautifully frames the water views. Additional space under the rear deck provides storage for paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, etc.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sally Laffely

Laffely Real Estate Associates Listed on: 06/14/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Susan Donahue

Keller Williams Realty

Keller Williams Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,744

Year Built

  • Built in 1983

Lot Details

  • 4,900 Sq Ft Lot
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-AG

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Scenic Vista

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Blown Fiberglass Insulation
  • Foam Insulation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,176 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Insulated Windows
  • Stained Glass
  • Bay Window
  • Picture Window
  • Sliding Doors
  • Utility Room with Study Area
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Pine Flooring
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Block Basement Construction

Parking

  • 3 Car Parking Spaces
  • Stone Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Schools

  • Newbury Elementary School
  • Triton Regional Middle School
  • Triton Regional High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Electric Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Heating system powered by active solar
  • Deck
  • Flood Zone Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 40
  • Assessor Parcel Number U05040,2081758

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,744

Year Built

Built in 1983

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • Year Built: 1983
  • Buyer Agency: 2%
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Transaction Broker: 1%
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Pine, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Study
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window Seat
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 103.583333
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 126.5625
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.5
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Slider
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 173.541666
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Stained Glass
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Vinyl
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Slider
  • Room Family Room Area: 113.715277
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floorplan, Gas Stove
  • Room Kitchen Area: 140.125
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 124.6875
  • Room Living Room Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture
  • Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Concrete
  • Living Area: 1176
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: C95283
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 704.93
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 676.02
  • MAIN SO: G95022
  • Insulation: Fiberglass, Foam

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite, Garden
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Frontage Length: 70
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Ocean, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Stone/Gravel
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Oil, Active Solar, Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • SEWAGE DISTRICT: NBPT

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Conservation Area, Other
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: U05040,2081758
  • Zoning: R-AG
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Flood Plain, Other
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Area: 0.11
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4900
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 259
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5744
  • Tax Block: 0
  • Tax Book Number: 13911
  • Tax Lot: 40
  • Tax Map Number: U05

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • Waterview: Bay, Public, Walk to

MLS Schools

  • High School: Triton Regional
  • Elementary School: Newbury Elem
  • Middle Or Junior School: Triton Regional

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 1996
Sold by
Gerrish Todd S and Gerrish Kimberly
Bought by
Swan Susan K and Dalto Carol
Current Estimated Value
$826,362

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 1, 1988
Sold by
Conners Kevinw
Bought by
M & M Realty Trust
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
Deed $155,000 --
Deed $155,000 --
Deed $140,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $445,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $445,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $100,000 No Value Available
Closed $87,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/23/2024 10/23/24 Sold $795,000 -4.1% $676 / Sq Ft
08/16/2024 08/16/24 Pending -- -- --
06/14/2024 06/14/24 For Sale $829,000 -- $705 / 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 $6,512 $874,100 $599,300 $274,800
2024 $5,744 $747,900 $419,500 $328,400
2023 $5,544 $639,400 $349,600 $289,800
2022 $5,067 $520,800 $269,700 $251,100
2021 $4,811 $451,300 $219,700 $231,600
2020 $4,853 $441,600 $219,700 $221,900
2019 $4,689 $433,800 $219,700 $214,100
2018 $4,516 $414,300 $219,700 $194,600
2017 $4,396 $414,300 $219,700 $194,600
2016 $3,999 $350,800 $169,800 $181,000
2015 $4,041 $350,800 $169,800 $181,000
2014 $3,971 $350,800 $169,800 $181,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73252560

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEWB-000005U-000000-000040