Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,749 sqft
78 Penzance Rd, Rockport, MA 01966
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.13 acresLot Size
1920Year Built
$658/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Commanding a prized and rarely available waterview setting directly adjacent to Pebble Beach, this 2 + bedroom, 2 full bath seaside cottage embodies the timeless character of its coastal setting and offers light filled rooms that open onto sunny decks ensuring that sun, air and surf are never more than a step away; hardwood floors accent large picture windows framing ocean views; a sunroom offers a quiet enclave for gazing out to sea over morning coffee; and a popplestone fireplaced living room is...Commanding a prized and rarely available waterview setting directly adjacent to Pebble Beach, this 2 + bedroom, 2 full bath seaside cottage embodies the timeless character of its coastal setting and offers light filled rooms that open onto sunny decks ensuring that sun, air and surf are never more than a step away; hardwood floors accent large picture windows framing ocean views; a sunroom offers a quiet enclave for gazing out to sea over morning coffee; and a popplestone fireplaced living room is a perfect vantage point to observe passing boats and the magnificent colors of the sunrise across the ocean. An attached one car garage with ample off street parking completes the offering.

Listing Agent

  1. Amanda Armstrong

    Amanda Armstrong

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    amanda.armstrong@compass.com

    P: (978) 879-6322

    M: (978) 879-6322

Listing closed: 05/30/2018 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 72301831

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Sold By Engel & Volkers By the Sea, Annie McClelland

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 78 Penzance Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $7,752 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • County: Essex County
  • Town: Rockport
  • Area: MA-Rockport
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Style: Garden, Cottage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 3
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Lot Size: 0.13 AC / 5,662 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Tennis Court, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Golf Course, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1749.0
  • Color: White
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Res
  • High School: Rhs
  • Middle School: Rms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Slider, Sitting Room, Sun Room
  • Laundry Features: Exterior Access, First Floor
  • Primary Bath: No
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Picture, Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Screens, Storage Shed, Garden Area, Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Exterior, Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Rubber
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Beach Access, Ocean, Sound, Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterview Features: Ocean, Public, Sound, Walk to
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Paved Drive
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 304.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Picture,Deck - Exterior,Slider
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 16.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 19.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 81.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Laminate
  • Bedroom2 Length: 9.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 9.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 54.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall
  • Bathroom1 Length: 6.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 9.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 50.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom2 Length: 5.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 10.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 168.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Window(s) - Picture,Deck - Exterior
  • Dining Room Length: 12.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 144.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors
  • Family Room Length: 12.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 12.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 252.0
  • Kitchen Features: Bathroom - Full,Balcony / Deck,Exterior Access
  • Kitchen Length: 12.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 21.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 238.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Open Floorplan
  • Room Living Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 17.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Family room was used as a bedroom on the first floor. Full bath on the first floor. Shower in first floor bath does not operate. Floor plans available. Room measurements not to scale. Appliances left as gifts. Back up generator included in sale.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 2120929
  • Assessments: $766,800
  • Book: 6633
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Zoning: R
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Heat Zones: 7
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.25
  • Other Agent Compensation: 0

Property History for 78 Penzance Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 30, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #623595640

$1,150,000

+428.9% / yr

May 30, 2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72301831

$1,150,000—
May 6, 2018

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72301831

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/30/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #623595640

$1,150,000

+428.9% / yr

05/30/2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72301831

$1,150,000
05/06/2018

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72301831

—

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Public Records for 78 Penzance Road

Taxable ValueLand$892,000Additions$474,200Total$1,366,200
Tax Record2025$11,968 ($997 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,749 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,749 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,576 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated2006ZoningR1CountyESSEXAPNRPRT M:32 B:33

Schools near 78 Penzance Road

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

Rockport Middle School
Public6 to 8

Rockport High School
Public6 to 12

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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