261 Central St

1,303 Sq. Ft.
$521 / Sq. Ft.
1,303
Sq. Ft.
$521
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Set back on a picturesque 1-acre parcel and bordering acres of woods, this recently renovated home offers the perfect blend of original architectural details and modern updates. Inside enjoy a new kitchen, fresh interior paint, and refinished wood flooring. Character-rich details shine throughout, including a double-sided fireplace, beamed ceiling, wainscoting, built in shelving, brick flooring, and French doors. Designed for easy single-level living, a calming neutral palette is accentuated by warm...Set back on a picturesque 1-acre parcel and bordering acres of woods, this recently renovated home offers the perfect blend of original architectural details and modern updates. Inside enjoy a new kitchen, fresh interior paint, and refinished wood flooring. Character-rich details shine throughout, including a double-sided fireplace, beamed ceiling, wainscoting, built in shelving, brick flooring, and French doors. Designed for easy single-level living, a calming neutral palette is accentuated by warm natural light. Outdoors, a brick patio and expansive level lot create endless opportunities for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing in nature. Hobbyists will love the chicken coop, raised garden beds, and established perennial gardens. Ideally located near commuter rail services, downtown Newburyport, area beaches, trail systems, and the town boat launch, this property offers a captivating blend of scenic charm and everyday accessibility. Showings start at open house on 4/9 from 5:00-6:30.
  1. Listed by Karin Martin • Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

Property Details for 261 Central Street

Town
Rowley
Area
MA-Rowley
Architectural Style
Ranch
Style
Ranch
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
6.00
Parking Spaces Total
6
LISTING UPDATED: 04/17/2026 09:28 PM

Property Details for 261 Central Street

StatusContingent
MLS #73497477
Days on Market10
Taxes$6,698 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1923
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Lamacchia Realty, Inc., Karin Martin
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Building Information for 261 Central Street

Stories-Year Built1923Building Size-Lot Size1.10 AC / 47,916 SF

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$3,977 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,419

Property Taxes

$558

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 261 Central Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Living Area: 1303.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Partial, Crawl
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Brick
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Sitting Room
  • Interior Features: French Doors, Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Hot Water, Steam, Oil, Fireplace(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 204.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 12.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 17.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 132.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 100.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Bedroom3 Width: 10.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 72.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom1 Length: 8.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 9.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 192.0
  • Dining Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Wainscoting
  • Dining Room Length: 12.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 16.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 120.0
  • Kitchen Features: Pantry,Exterior Access,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Length: 12.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 10.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 3X3
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 132.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Wainscoting
  • Room Living Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 11.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Some photos are virtually staged/enhanced. Bulkhead door needs repair. Washer/Dryer (new),shed and chicken coop left as gifts. Buyer's and Buyer's Agent to conduct their own due diligence.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: 2124872
  • Assessments: $554,000
  • Book: 19612
  • Tax Year: 2925
  • Zoning: OUT
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Block
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 261 Central Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 17, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73497477

—
Apr 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73497477

$679,000—
Nov 15, 2002

Sold

MLS PIN #30623295

$301,000—
Nov 14, 2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #107874705

$301,000—
Sep 5, 2002

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30623295

—
Sep 5, 2002

Contingent

MLS PIN #30623295

—
Jul 6, 2002

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30623295

$314,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/17/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73497477

—
04/07/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73497477

$679,000
11/15/2002

Sold

MLS PIN #30623295

$301,000
11/14/2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #107874705

$301,000
09/05/2002

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30623295

—
09/05/2002

Contingent

MLS PIN #30623295

—
07/06/2002

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30623295

$314,900

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Public Records for 261 Central Street

Taxable ValueLand$275,300Additions$243,600Total$518,900
Tax Record2024$6,279 ($523 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,303 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,303 SqFtStories1Lot Size47,841 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1923CountyESSEXAPNROWL M:0028 B:0010 L:0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 261 Central Street

This home is within Triton School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Pine Grove School
PublicPK to 6

Triton Regional Middle School
Public7 to 8

Triton Regional High School
Public9 to 12

Newbury Elementary 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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Listing Courtesy of Lamacchia Realty, Inc., Karin Martin

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