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Last Sold Price
4 beds4,952 sqft

101 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.44 acresLot Size
1855Year Built
$337/sq ftPrice per sq ft
5 carsParking Spaces

Description

Located in the sought after Merrimacport neighborhood, indulge in this quintessential, waterfront home - exceptionally crafted & impeccably designed. In 2006 this side entry Greek Revival was tastefully transformed into the stunning, contemporary Colonial it is today. Featuring an open concept floor plan, stunning pine wood floors seamlessly fill the space. The chef's kitchen exudes elegance, where function & style abound. Featuring a large island with seating, Vermont soapstone countertops & luxury...Located in the sought after Merrimacport neighborhood, indulge in this quintessential, waterfront home - exceptionally crafted & impeccably designed. In 2006 this side entry Greek Revival was tastefully transformed into the stunning, contemporary Colonial it is today. Featuring an open concept floor plan, stunning pine wood floors seamlessly fill the space. The chef's kitchen exudes elegance, where function & style abound. Featuring a large island with seating, Vermont soapstone countertops & luxury stainless appliances. This gorgeous home offers a spacious primary suite with a cozy fireplace, primary bath and dual, walk-in closets. Escape outdoors and immerse yourself in the extraordinary panoramic views overlooking the Merrimac River. This outdoor oasis offers two patio areas, boat house, potting shed & mature gardens; a fresh running stream into a stone-detailed pond & a private dock ready for warm summer nights.  Close to major highways and a quick boat ride to downtown Newburyport.
  • Listed by: Kevin Fruh • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
  • Listed by: Rachel Mello • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Listing closed: 07/30/2024 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73247551
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,050,000

Avg days on market

42

Sale-to-list ratio

98.4%

Merrimac, MA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Kevin Fruh; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Rachel Mello

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Property Information for 101 River Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $20,620 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • County: Essex County
  • Town: Merrimac
  • MLS Area: Merrimacport
  • Area: MA-Merrimac-Merrimacport, MA-Merrimac
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Greek Revival
  • Style: Garden, Colonial, Greek Revival
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 5

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1855
  • Lot Size: 0.44 AC / 19,290 SF

General Details

Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 4952.0
  • Color: Gray
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Sweetsir
  • High School: Pentucket
  • Middle School: Pentucket

Features

Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Partial, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Garage Access, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Marble, Pine, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Beadboard, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Closet, Dining Area, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Bathroom - Half, Sun Room, Home Office, Sitting Room, Bathroom, Central Vacuum, Walk-up Attic, Wired for Surround Sound, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Central Vacuum, Wired for Surround Sound, Internet Available - Unknown, French Doors, Security System
  • Laundry Features: Sink, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden, Outdoor Shower, Stone Wall, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden Area, Outdoor Shower, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Lot Description: Gentle Sloping
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Navigable Water, River, Dock/Mooring, Frontage, Walk to, Access, Direct Access
  • Waterview Features: River
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated, Storage, Side Entry, Insulated, Oversized Parking, Off-Street, Stone/Gravel
  • Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated, Storage, Side Entry, Insulated, Oversized Parking, Off-Street, Stone/Gravel
  • Parking Features: Heated, Side Entry, Oversized Parking, Off-Street, Stone/Gravel
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Central, Radiant, Natural Gas, Electric, Hydro Air, Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
  • Water: Public

Room Information

Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 418.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Closet - Double
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 19.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 22.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 156.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 288.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom3 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Third
  • Bedroom3 Width: 18.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 132.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom4 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Bedroom4 Width: 11.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Wood,Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main,First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Remodeled,Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 168.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Dining Room Length: 14.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 12.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 338.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Wood,Open Floorplan
  • Family Room Length: 13.0
  • Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Family Room Width: 26.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 351.0
  • Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Stainless Steel Appliances,Wine Chiller,Lighting - Pendant,Lighting - Overhead
  • Kitchen Length: 13.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 27.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 8X8
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 572.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Room Living Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 26.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 143.0
  • Room Office Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood
  • Room Office Length: 11.0
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Room Office Width: 13.0

Property Information

Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 2032994
  • Assessments: $1,527,400
  • Book: 39694
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: AR

Building / Association Information

Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 6
  • Heat Zones: 6
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No

Market and Agent Information

Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2
  • Other Agent Compensation: 0

Property History for 101 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 30, 2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73247551

$1,670,000—
Jun 19, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73247551

—
Jun 11, 2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73247551

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/30/2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73247551

$1,670,000
06/19/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73247551

—
06/11/2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73247551

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 101 River Road

Taxable Value

Land

$567,600

Additions

$978,100
Total$1,545,700

Tax Record

2025

$20,481 ($1,707 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

4

Baths

5

Total Finished SqFt

4,952 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

4,952 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

883 SqFt

Stories

3

Lot Size

19,288 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1855

Year Renovated

2000

Zoning

AR

County

ESSEX

APN

MERR M:0038 B:0001 L:00007

Schools near 101 River Road

This home is within Pentucket School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 3 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Helen R Donaghue School
Public3 to 6

Pentucket Regional Middle School
Public7 to 8

Pentucket Regional Sr High School
Public9 to 12

Dr John C Page School
PublicPK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 101 River Road, Merrimac, MA 01860
$1,670,000
4
4,952
19,290
$710,000
3
2,933
20,909
–
3
1.5
2,028
19,759
$469,000
3
2,203
12,420
$282,000
4
2,902
20,740
$1,050,000
5
3,701
28,471

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Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Kevin Fruh; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Rachel Mello

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