21 Forest St, Peabody MA 01960

Peabody, MA 01960 • Emerson Park
$555,000
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,050
Sq Ft
$529
Price/Sq Ft
0.20
Acres
1945
Year Built
4
Parking
20
Days on Market
Sold Listed Feb 10, 2026 • MLS# 73475701 Copied! • Updated Mar 21, 2026

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $525,000
Final Sale Price: $555,000
Difference: +$30,000 (+5.7%)
Performance Metrics
105.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
20
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $500
Sale $/sq ft: $529
This property sold for $529 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 20 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 5 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$529/sq ft
Area Median
$422/sq ft
Difference
+25.5%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

Charming Cozy Cape home offers 3+ bedrooms and 1 full bath.To fully appreciate this beautifully finished home, step into a sun-filled living space that flows seamlessly into the updated kitchen,with abundant cabinet storage, granite countertops, tiled backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. 2 bedrooms (1 being used as a den/childs playroom) a renovated bathroom and 1st floor laundry complete the 1st floor. The 2nd floor will wow you with two newly finished bedrooms straight out of HGTV. Just off the kitchen, a mudroom leads to a spacious, fenced-in level backyard complete with a patio, shed and gazebo—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Notable updates include a fully finished 2nd floor (2024), kitchen remodel and new flooring (2018), heating system, Roth oil tank (2021), vinyl fencing (2017) and a paver patio with gazebo (2019). All of this is in a super convenient area close to shopping, dining, schools, the rail trail, and major highways for easy commuting.

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Property History

Market Insights

41.1%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

📋
Status: Active under contract
Feb 18, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Feb 17, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
🏠
Listed for Sale
Feb 10, 2026
$525,000
Original listing
Office: J. Barrett & Company
Previous Transaction - MLS #72196643
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Sep 8, 2017
$309,400
MLS #72196643

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $3,854 $416,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,854
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$416,200

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1945
Living Area 1,050 sq ft
Lot Size 0.20 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Laminate
Appliances Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features Closet, Mud Room, Den

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch None
Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven
Annual Tax $3,854
Assessed Value $416,200
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Upstairs Bedrooms Are Heated With Electric Baseboard And Mudroom Is Unheated. Information Presented To The Best Of The Sellers Ability. Buyers And Their Agents Should Verify Any Information Important To Their Decision Making.
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type []
House Color White
Sq Ft Source Owner
Sq Ft Disclosures see attached floor plan
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 22 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1945
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,050 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Laminate
Appliances: Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Closet, Mud Room, Den
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement:
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1945
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Slab

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Oil
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
School District
Peabody School District local
C
School Safety 2024-25
2.1% Average
1.9% Suspensions 1.7% In-School 0.2% Emergency
3.4% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Covenant Christian Academy
2.9 mi
Grades PK-12
The Recreational Education Center, LLC
2.9 mi
Grades PK-12
F
Peabody Personalized Remote Education Program (Peabody P.R.E.P.)
4.2 mi | #346 of 346 | Score: 14.3
Improved 32 spots from last year
-43.9 below state avg
97 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-12
C-
Center School
0.2 mi | #731 of 824 | Score: 33.7
Dropped 351 spots from last year
-24.6 below state avg
123 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
A-
South Memorial School
1.0 mi | #235 of 824 | Score: 53.0
Improved 270 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
506 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-05
C-
William A Welch Sr School
1.3 mi | #666 of 824 | Score: 37.6
Improved 124 spots from last year
-20.7 below state avg
408 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-05
C
Thomas Carroll School
1.6 mi | #611 of 824 | Score: 40.2
Improved 128 spots from last year
-18 below state avg
645 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
B-
Captain Samuel Brown School
1.6 mi | #482 of 824 | Score: 45.3
Improved 39 spots from last year
-12.9 below state avg
369 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-05
C
John E. McCarthy School
2.8 mi | #612 of 824 | Score: 40.0
Dropped 34 spots from last year
-18.2 below state avg
385 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
B+
West Memorial School
3.6 mi | #284 of 824 | Score: 51.2
Improved 182 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
294 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

1 school
C+
J. Henry Higgins Middle School
0.5 mi | #240 of 352 | Score: 37.2
Improved 5 spots from last year
-21 below state avg
1,320 students Diverse
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
C
Peabody Veterans Memorial High School
1.7 mi | #251 of 346 | Score: 45.9
Improved 8 spots from last year
-12.3 below state avg
1,333 students Diverse
19 sports • 1,614 athletes
Career Tech Programs Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Bishop Fenwick High School
1.8 mi
17 sports • 1,390 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

Emerson Park

21 Forest St, Peabody MA 01960

Peabody, MA 01960

Listing Information

Listing Agent Sheri Ayers Trocchi
Listing Office J. Barrett & Company
Office Phone 978-468-0046
Agent MLS ID CT006681
Office MLS ID C95243
Listing Data Updated Mar 21, 2026 10:49 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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