18 Plains Road, Ipswich MA 01938

Ipswich, MA 01938
$994,000
Est. $5,290/month
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,562
Sq Ft
$388
Price/Sq Ft
1.40
Acres
1970
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
18
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 29, 2025 • MLS# 73299127

About this home

Located on a historical way this Gambrel homes first floor includes 4 large rooms, perfect for entertaining, includes granite & S/S kitchen with custom cabinetry, Dining room, Fireplaced Living room, & oversized 4th bedroom with vaulted ceilings (currently used as 2nd Family rm) all with HW Floors, plus a 3-season porch. 2nd floor has a spacious front to back primary suite with 2 closets and spa-like bath, as well as 2 more Bedrooms with additional bath with radiant heat & skylight. Partially finished walk-out lower level has updated utilities and laundry. Professional landscaping, pergola, 2 stone patios, 2 composite decks & one wraps around above ground Gibraltar pool. 2 car garage with attic & attached custom-built heated workshop building with cathedral ceilings, offering endless possibilities. Freshly painted barn with new roof & cupola. Town approved property for a privately owned horse! Come experience the beauty of outer Ipswich. See Feature Sheet List in Docs.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $989,000
Final Sale Price: $994,000
Difference: +$5,000 (+0.5%)
Performance Metrics
100.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $386
Sale $/sq ft: $388
This property sold for $388 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 18 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1970
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,562 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Marble, Concrete
Heating
Forced Air, Baseboard, Radiant, Pellet Stove
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air, Ductless
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
2
Appliances
Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Range Hood, Water Softener
Interior Features
Recessed Lighting, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Sun Room, Play Room, Wired for Sound
Laundry Features
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Garage Access, Concrete
Window Features
Insulated Windows, Screens
Door Features
Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s), French Doors

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features
Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Deck - Composite, Patio, Pool - Above Ground, Rain Gutters, Storage, Barn/Stable, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Garden, Horses Permitted, Stone Wall
Patio/Porch Features
Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Deck - Composite, Patio
Has Spa
No
Pool Features
Above Ground
Private Pool
Yes
Waterfront Features
Ocean, Unknown To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
1.40 acres
Lot Size
60,984 sq ft
Lot Size Area
1.4000
Lot Features
Gentle Sloping
Horse Property
Yes
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
5
Parking Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Barn, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Generator Connection
Water Source
Private
Sewer
Private Sewer
Electric
200+ Amp Service, Generator Connection
Energy Efficient Features
Attic Vent Elec., Thermostat

Community & HOA

Community Features
Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$8,317
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$730,800
Tax Block
0081
Tax Map Number
37B
Parcel Number
1955501
Zoning
RRA

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual,Renovated Since
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Pellet stove not hooked up in workroom. Recessed lights wiring in main bedroom needs to be replaced.
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

18 Plains Road, Ipswich MA 01938

Ipswich, MA 01938

Walkability

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Schools

Middle School
Ipswich Middle
Rating information coming soon
High School
Ipswich High
Rating information coming soon

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $693
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

0.5%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Dec 13, 2024
$994,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
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Listed for Sale
Oct 10, 2024
$989,000
Original listing
Agent: Terri Sheppard Office: J. Barrett & Company

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Oct 10, 2024 New Listing Added $989,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
18 days
Price per Sq Ft
$388

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $8,317 $730,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,317
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$730,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Terri Sheppard
Listing Office J. Barrett & Company
Agent MLS ID G8002137
Office MLS ID AC1087

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