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About this home
In a neighborhood known for its beautiful homes and spacious lots, this inviting Cape offers a flexible floor plan, thoughtfully updated living spaces and an exceptional backyard designed for gathering, relaxing and enjoying the outdoors. The eat-in kitchen opens to a comfortable family room with views of the private yard and beyond. Step outside to a brick patio surrounded by mature landscaping, with plenty of room to entertain, play or unwind around the firepit. Back inside, hardwood floors carry through the main level, where living and dining rooms provide additional space for entertaining and everyday life. The first-floor primary suite is a standout, with a private bath featuring a steam shower and a walk-in closet, while a mudroom and first-floor laundry add everyday convenience. Upstairs are three generously sized bedrooms, an office and full bath. The newly finished lower level adds even more versatility, with a ¾ bath and generous recreation space. Recent improvements include a new heat pump/HVAC system, fully refinished basement, fresh interior paint, updated kitchen appliances, electrical upgrades with recessed lighting and smart switches, and added second-floor insulation. An oversized garage completes the home, while association tennis courts and access to Four Mile Pond for kayaking, canoeing and fishing, and easy access to nearby hiking trails add another dimension to this special Boxford setting.
Median sale price in this area is $752,432. (31% lower than this home)
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Hardwood and tile flooring throughout
9 total rooms
Fireplace in the family room
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on the main/first level with walk-in closet, double vanity and full bathroom
One main-level bedroom
Additional bedrooms on the second level
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms and one half bathroom
Main/first-floor full and half baths with stone/ceramic tile flooring
Second-floor bath with double vanity and tub/shower
Kitchen
Hardwood flooring
Dining area and breakfast bar/nook
Range, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry on the first floor with stone/ceramic tile flooring
Gas water heater
Flooring
Hardwood flooring in primary living areas and bedrooms
Tile/stone flooring in bathrooms and laundry
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Porch and patio
Wooded lot
Lake/pond nearby, 1 to 2 miles to beach; beach ownership noted
Public road frontage
Home design
Single family residence
Frame construction
Natural exterior color
Parking
Attached garage (2 spaces)
Two covered spaces
Six open parking spaces (total 8 parking spaces)
Paved driveway and off-street parking
Construction
Wood roof
Concrete perimeter foundation
Built (year per public records)
Utilities
Private water
Private sewer
Electric with circuit breakers
HOA & community
Homeowners association with an annual fee of $150; membership required
Community amenities include shopping, tennis courts, parks, walk/jog trails, golf, bike paths, conservation areas, highway access, houses of worship, and public schools
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
This Royal Barry Wills Cape offers timeless style with a floor plan suited for today's lifestyle. Tastefully updated EI kitchen, featuring granite counter tops and SS appliances, opens to a cozy family room with gas fireplace, with views of the private yard with mature plantings, brick patio and firepit. The first floor master offers an updated master bath with walk-in closet. A large living room opens to a formal dining area adjacent to the kitchen. Laundry, 1/2 bath and mudroom with direct access to the 2-car garage round out the first floor. Head upstairs to find three generous bedrooms, a home office and another updated bath. There is also a large storage area. This wonderful home also offers a thoughtfully finished living space on the lower level, including a 3/4 bath, wet bar and game room, as well as additional space for a workshop. Fantastic location on one of Boxford's most treasured streets make this house the perfect place to call home!!
Public Records
Jun 30, 1993
Sold
$305,000
$79/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,059 (+1.7%)
$394,900 + $476,400
$871,300
2022
$11,852 (−6.9%)
$329,700 + $449,000
$778,700
2021
$12,734 (+3.5%)
$300,000 + $495,400
$795,400
2020
$12,304 (+15.0%)
$300,000 + $460,900
$760,900
2018
$10,700 (+5.8%)
$285,700 + $374,800
$660,500
2017
$10,115 (+4.1%)
$272,200 + $348,000
$620,200
2016
$9,718 (+5.9%)
$272,200 + $318,200
$590,400
2015
$9,177 (+8.4%)
$272,200 + $301,700
$573,900
2014
$8,462 (+1.8%)
$272,200 + $274,800
$547,000
2013
$8,310 (−0.2%)
$272,200 + $286,300
$558,500
2012
$8,323 (+4.9%)
$289,500 + $301,200
$590,700
2011
$7,931 (−0.7%)
$298,100 + $280,400
$578,500
2010
$7,989 (+5.0%)
$320,300 + $325,500
$645,800
2009
$7,605
$355,900 + $290,800
$646,700
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.23 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,667
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,667
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
1869556
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
R-A
Residence-Agricultural District
A Residence-Agricultural District is intended as a district of single-family homes and for continuance of agricultural and accessory buildings customarily incidental for residential and agricultural uses upon one lot.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Student
Educational/school
Library
Golf related
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Boxford, MA • 01921
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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49
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58
39
67
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79
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84
65
79
58
73
54
63
44
52
35
38
23
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 21% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.9 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 57 High Ridge Rd
$1,111,731
$15K over list price of $1.10M
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