Last Sold Price
4 beds4,034 sqft$266/sqft

Description

Perched high upon a hill in quaint Merrimac, MA, this 4-bed, 3.5-bath contemporary offers 4,000+ sq. ft. of sun-filled living space with unparalleled, unobstructed water views. Set on 2+ private acres, oversized windows flood every level with natural light, highlighting the open-concept layout — perfect for entertaining & everyday comfort. The large front entry makes a statement from the moment you enter the home & you will continue to fall in love as you proceed to the main-level to find the the...Perched high upon a hill in quaint Merrimac, MA, this 4-bed, 3.5-bath contemporary offers 4,000+ sq. ft. of sun-filled living space with unparalleled, unobstructed water views. Set on 2+ private acres, oversized windows flood every level with natural light, highlighting the open-concept layout — perfect for entertaining & everyday comfort. The large front entry makes a statement from the moment you enter the home & you will continue to fall in love as you proceed to the main-level to find the the kitchen, living/dining area & primary suite - featuring a spacious walk-in closet & sizeable full bath with a double vanity. Enjoy warm evenings on the front deck overlooking the river or relax on the back deck surrounded by nature. An expansive two-car attached garage offers opportunity for additional storage & ample parking in the extended driveway allows you to host with ease. Meticulously maintained by its original owner, this one-of-a-kind riverside retreat is ready for its next chapter!
LISTING CLOSED: 05/12/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Songbird Home Group • eXp Realty
  2. Listed by Juli Ford Alhadeff • eXp Realty
  3. Listed by Michelle McNall • eXp Realty

Property Details for 56 River Road

Status
MLS #
73351081
Days on Market
19
Taxes
$13,999 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
2000
Town
Merrimac
Area
MA-Merrimac
Architectural Style
Contemporary
Style
Contemporary
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
10.00
Parking Spaces Total
10

Location

Listing Courtesy of eXp Realty, Songbird Home Group; eXp Realty, Juli Ford Alhadeff; eXp Realty, Michelle McNall

Sold By MerryFox Realty, Patrick Burns

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Building Information for 56 River Road

Stories-Year Built2000Building Size-Lot Size2.31 AC / 100,623 SF

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$6,631 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,464

Property Taxes

$1,167

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 56 River Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 4034.0
  • Color: Brown
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • 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: Sweetsir
  • High School: Pentucket
  • Middle School: Pentucket
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Closet - Linen, Lighting - Overhead, Storage, Closet, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Sconce, Bathroom, Mud Room, Foyer, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Laundry Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Second Floor
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Storage Shed
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed, Deck
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Steep Slope
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterview Features: River
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Private
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 265.9375
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Dressing Room,Half Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.416666
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 17.25
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 287.583333
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom2 Length: 17.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Bedroom2 Width: 16.916666
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 219.444444
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom3 Length: 16.666666
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Bedroom3 Width: 13.166666
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 231.291666
  • Bedroom4 Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom4 Length: 15.166666
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Bedroom4 Width: 15.25
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 121.006944
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Marble,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom1 Length: 17.083333
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main,Second
  • Bathroom1 Width: 7.083333
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 62.125
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom2 Length: 5.25
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
  • Bathroom2 Width: 11.833333
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 74.666666
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom3 Length: 9.333333
  • Bathroom3 Level: Third
  • Bathroom3 Width: 8.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 211.833333
  • Dining Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Overhead
  • Dining Room Length: 15.5
  • Dining Room Level: Second
  • Dining Room Width: 13.666666
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 316.020833
  • Kitchen Features: Skylight,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Wet Bar,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Wine Chiller,Lighting - Pendant
  • Kitchen Length: 19.25
  • Kitchen Level: Second
  • Kitchen Width: 16.416666
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 11'7"X7'11"
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 398.1875
  • Room Living Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Living Room Length: 23.083333
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
  • Room Living Room Width: 17.25
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Some photos have been virtually staged. Title V will be done prior to closing. Property being sold "as-is" and pre-listing home inspection is available upon request. Appliances remaining as gifts to buyer. Solar panels are owned.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: 2032878
  • Assessments: $1,056,500
  • Book: 34862
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: AR
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 56 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 12, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73351081

$1,075,000
Apr 12, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73351081

Apr 12, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73351081

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/12/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73351081

$1,075,000
04/12/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73351081

04/12/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73351081

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

Public Records for 56 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$492,100Additions$564,400Total$1,056,500
Tax Record2025$13,999 ($1,167 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,034 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,034 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt457 SqFtStories2Lot Size100,624 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2000Year Renovated2000ZoningARCountyESSEXAPNMERR M:0029 B:0001 L:00020

Schools near 56 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 2
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 Frederick N Sweetsir School
PublicPK to 2

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 eXp Realty, Songbird Home Group; eXp Realty, Juli Ford Alhadeff; eXp Realty, Michelle McNall

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