Last Sold Price
5 beds5,335 sqft$235/sqft
42 Labor in Vain RdIpswich, MA01938

Description

Minutes away from the IPSWICH RIVER with seasonal WATER VIEWS, on a two-acre lot reveals this hidden gem - THE GREYSTONE VILLA. Built in 1898 by Architect James T. Kelley and inspired by “Richardsonian Romanesque” style, the villa was a mix of Southern France, Spanish and Italian Romanesque architectures. Entering the charming round-headed Romanesque front gate is an elegantly decorated living room featuring a fireplace, a large bay window and original hardwood floor with beam ceiling. The formal...Minutes away from the IPSWICH RIVER with seasonal WATER VIEWS, on a two-acre lot reveals this hidden gem - THE GREYSTONE VILLA. Built in 1898 by Architect James T. Kelley and inspired by “Richardsonian Romanesque” style, the villa was a mix of Southern France, Spanish and Italian Romanesque architectures. Entering the charming round-headed Romanesque front gate is an elegantly decorated living room featuring a fireplace, a large bay window and original hardwood floor with beam ceiling. The formal dining room features a fireplace, built-in shelves, a chandelier and bay windows. Cook in a custom-built kitchen overlooking the serene backyard and enjoy breakfast in front of the fireplace. Completing the first floor is a stunning library, a half bath and a mudroom. The second floor consists of five light-filled bedrooms with generously sized closets, three full bathrooms and two fireplaces. An In-Law Suite with kitchenette, a bedroom and a living room area with a spacious walk-out balcony.
LISTING CLOSED: 12/28/2020 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Better Home Team • Coldwell Banker Realty - Back Bay

Property Details for 42 Labor In Vain Road

Status
MLS #
72714731
Days on Market
87
Taxes
$15,255 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1898
Town
Ipswich
Area
MA-Ipswich
Architectural Style
Other (See Remarks)
Style
Garden, Other (See Remarks)
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Spaces Total
8

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Back Bay, Better Home Team

Sold By J. Barrett & Company, Hackett & Glessner

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Building Information for 42 Labor In Vain Road

Stories-Year Built1898Building Size-Lot Size2.06 AC / 89,734 SF

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$7,632 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,361

Property Taxes

$1,271

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Property Information for 42 Labor In Vain Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 5335.0
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Ipswich
  • High School: Winthrop
  • Middle School: Ipswich
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Water Softener, Electric Water Heater, Utility Connections for Electric Range, Utility Connections for Electric Oven, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 6
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Engineered Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - DSL
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - DSL, French Doors
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Stone, Block
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Storage Shed, Garden, Stone Wall, Other (See Remarks)
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Storage Shed, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Other (See Remarks), Porch - Screened, Deck - Wood, Patio, Cistern Water Storage
  • Lot Description: Wooded
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Ocean
  • Waterview Features: River
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Off-Street, Unpaved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Off-Street, Unpaved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Unpaved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Generator Connection
  • Green WaterC onservation: Water Recycling
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Oil, Wood, Wood Stove
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Generator Connection
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Lighting - Pendant
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Features: Fireplace,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Marble,Window(s) - Picture,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Closet - Double
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,High Speed Internet Hookup,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Title V failed. Replacement plans approved. New septic system will be complete before closing.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 1956790
  • Assessments: $1,088,100
  • Block: 0045
  • Book: 5059
  • Lot: 0
  • Map: 42B
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Zoning: RRA
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 42 Labor In Vain Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 28, 2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72714731

$1,251,500
Oct 30, 2020

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72714731

Oct 30, 2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72714731

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/28/2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72714731

$1,251,500
10/30/2020

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72714731

10/30/2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72714731

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Public Records for 42 Labor In Vain Road

Taxable ValueLand$681,300Additions$954,400Total$1,635,700
Tax Record2025$18,238 ($1,520 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt5,301 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,301 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,244 SqFtStories2Lot Size89,734 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1898Year Renovated1898ZoningRRACountyESSEXAPNIPSW M:42B B:0045 L:0

Schools near 42 Labor In Vain Road

This home is within Ipswich School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Winthrop School
PublicPK to 5

Ipswich Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ipswich High School
Public9 to 12

Paul F Doyon Memorial
PublicPK to 5

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