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Last Sold Price
6 beds3,523 sqft
249 Rowley Bridge Rd, Topsfield, MA 01983
Single FamilyProperty Type
9.15 acresLot Size
1870Year Built
$542/sq ftPrice per sq ft
30 carsParking Spaces

Description

For the first time in 50 years, the iconic “Alfalfa Farm” in Topsfield is offered for sale. Over multiple generations Alfalfa Farm has been operated as a dairy, a horse farm and, for the past 29 years, a successful and award winning winery, tasting room and event venue with bath. Opportunities abound for farm use, equestrian facility, winery or redevelopment. Offered as one 9.14 acre parcel now, the property has potential for ANR division into 4 lots. The property includes the main house with 6 bedrooms...For the first time in 50 years, the iconic “Alfalfa Farm” in Topsfield is offered for sale. Over multiple generations Alfalfa Farm has been operated as a dairy, a horse farm and, for the past 29 years, a successful and award winning winery, tasting room and event venue with bath. Opportunities abound for farm use, equestrian facility, winery or redevelopment. Offered as one 9.14 acre parcel now, the property has potential for ANR division into 4 lots. The property includes the main house with 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, currently configured as 3 rental units. The main barn is architecturally striking and has 9 stalls, work areas and hay loft. The winery has a large tasting room and adjacent outdoor spaces and wine production area. Parking areas estimated for both residential and winery areas. The winery business and related equipment is negotiable for sale with the real estate. Alfalfa Farm offers excellent frontage and easy access to transportation, Boston and Logan Airport.
  • Listed by: John Adams • J. Barrett & Company
Listing closed: 08/20/2024 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73230958

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Property Information for 249 Rowley Bridge Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $12,882 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • County: Essex County
  • Town: Topsfield
  • Area: MA-Topsfield
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Farmhouse
  • Style: Colonial, Farmhouse
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 30
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1870
  • Lot Size: 9.15 AC / 398,574 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Golf Course, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 3523.0
  • Color: white
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Steward/Proctor
  • High School: Masco
  • Middle School: Masco
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Partial, Bulkhead, Dirt Floor
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Storage Shed, Barn/Stable, Professional Landscaping, Horses Permitted
  • Exterior Features: Barn/Stable, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Horses Permitted, Porch
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Farm, Gentle Sloping
  • Other Structures: Barn/Stable
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Storage, Work Area, Barn, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Work Area, Barn, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Work Area, Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Propane
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Private
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: 3 rental units in the house - see agent. Winery and winery equipment negotiable. Seller is Personal Representative - no representations. Parking spaces estimated. Buyer due diligence.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: M:0080 B:0002 L:,3695342
  • Assessments: $876,900
  • Book: 16766
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: ORA
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Horse: Yes
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2
  • Other Agent Compensation: 0

Property History for 249 Rowley Bridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 20, 2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73230958

$1,910,000
Aug 19, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1539428014

$1,910,000
Jul 9, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73230958

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/20/2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73230958

$1,910,000
08/19/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1539428014

$1,910,000
07/09/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73230958

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Public Records for 249 Rowley Bridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$479,700Additions$416,800Total$896,500
Tax Record2025$13,439 ($1,120 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,523 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,523 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,050 SqFtStories2Lot Size398,574 SqFtStyleTriplexYear Built1870ZoningORACountyESSEXAPNTOPS M:0080 B:0002 L:Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 249 Rowley Bridge Road

This home is within Topsfield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 3
Public - 4 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Steward Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

Proctor Elementary School
Public4 to 6

Masconomet Regional Middle School
Public7 to 8

Masconomet Regional High School
Public9 to 12

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