15 Forster Road

Manchester, MA 01944

$1,645,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
3
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
3,200 Sq. Ft.
$514 / Sq. Ft.
3,200
Sq. Ft.
$514
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Simply sublime in Manchester! Welcome to the Pond House, a sprawling contemporary Ranch designed & built by a Nautical Engineer in 1980. The setting feels as much like Monterey CA as Manchester MA, a lovely woodsy location with your own private pond and the Ocean just 2 streets away. The house is gorgeous w/spacious rooms & excellent flow. It’s LOADED with windows offering beautiful views literally everywhere you look. The unique floating Library is a room like no other. It’s a warm & cozy space...Simply sublime in Manchester! Welcome to the Pond House, a sprawling contemporary Ranch designed & built by a Nautical Engineer in 1980. The setting feels as much like Monterey CA as Manchester MA, a lovely woodsy location with your own private pond and the Ocean just 2 streets away. The house is gorgeous w/spacious rooms & excellent flow. It’s LOADED with windows offering beautiful views literally everywhere you look. The unique floating Library is a room like no other. It’s a warm & cozy space to enjoy TV, read, or just take in the beautiful setting. This house is totally updated throughout & loaded w/high-end amenities. Everything was done with quality, including Anderson doors & windows, Tyvek wrap & Hardie Plank siding, leathered granite counters, paneled Subzero refrigerator, Wolf double-ovens & cooktop, geothermal HVAC system, tons of custom cabinetry, multiple decks & patios & SO much more. The pond is as fun as it looks, and the wildlife will definitely keep you entertained!
  1. Listed by Angie's Home Team • North Star Realtors LLC
  2. Listed by Angie Sciarappa • North Star Realtors LLC

Property Details for 15 Forster Road

Town
Manchester
Area
MA-Manchester
Architectural Style
Contemporary, Ranch
Style
Garden, Contemporary, Ranch
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
8.00
Parking Spaces Total
10

Location

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Sold By Compass, Dianna Vredenburgh

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LISTING UPDATED: 06/28/2023 06:40 PM

Property Details for 15 Forster Road

StatusSold
MLS #73092205
Days on Market57
Taxes$16,656 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1980
CountyEssex County

Location

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Sold By Compass, Dianna Vredenburgh

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Building Information for 15 Forster Road

Stories-Year Built1980Building Size-Lot Size3.35 AC / 146,061 SF

Payment Calculator

$10,365 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,977

Property Taxes

$1,388

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 15 Forster Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 3200.0
  • Color: Gray
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Memorial
  • High School: Merhs
  • Middle School: Merms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Countertop Range, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Range Hood, Electric Water Heater, Geothermal/GSHP Hot Water, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Utility Connections for Electric Range, Utility Connections for Electric Oven, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • 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: Insulated Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Slider, Library, Mud Room, Office
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Garden Area, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Easements
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Exterior, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Beach Front, Stream, Pond, Private, Ocean, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterview Features: Pond, Private
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Attached, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Geothermal Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Generator, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Time of Use Meter, Generator Connection
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Forced Air, Electric, Geothermal, Wood Stove
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection, Generator Connection
  • Water: Private
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 240.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Slider
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 16.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 15.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 156.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access,Slider
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 143.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Wood,Exterior Access,Slider
  • Bedroom3 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 247.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail
  • Dining Room Length: 19.0
  • Dining Room Width: 13.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 380.0
  • Family Room Features: Coffered Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Family Room Length: 20.0
  • Family Room Width: 19.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 220.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Kitchen Length: 22.0
  • Kitchen Width: 10.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 374.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Living Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Living Room Width: 17.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 261.0
  • Room Office Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Exterior Access
  • Room Office Length: 29.0
  • Room Office Width: 9.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Disclosures: There are cameras on property. See attached INFO pack for all disclosures. Property has flood insurance. Includes ownership of entire pond with island and footbridge. Wetlands on property. Part of the Forster Rd Association $750 annual cost. Deeded easement on #17's property for #15's septic system
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 2016825
  • Assessments: $1,596,900
  • Book: 38849
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Zoning: A
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 4
  • Heat Zones: 4
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2

Property History for 15 Forster Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 15 Forster Road

Taxable ValueLand$620,300Additions$943,900Total$1,564,200
Tax Record2024$14,625 ($1,219 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,121 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,121 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt557 SqFtStories1Lot Size146,061 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1980ZoningACountyESSEXAPNMANC M:0028 B:0000 L:0021Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 15 Forster Road

This home is within Manchester Essex Regional School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Manchester Memorial Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Manchester Essex Regional High School
Public9 to 12

Essex Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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