21 Forest Street, Peabody MA 01960
Peabody, MA 01960
$309,400
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$299,000
Final Sale Price:
$309,400
Difference:
+$10,400 (+3.5%)
Performance Metrics
103.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
45
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$302
Sale $/sq ft:
$313
This property sold for $313 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 3.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
The property spent 45 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 6 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$313/sq ft
Area Median
$418/sq ft
Difference
25.1%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Looking for a one-level updated home with a private rear yard under $300k! The existing 2nd floor offers Expansion Possibilities! The home sits on a large, level fenced-in yard with over 8500+ sq/ft and features a driveway for 4+cars. New shed for added storage! New modern flooring throughout 1st floor including a mudroom. The updated kitchen has granite countertops & a stainless samsung stove. Newly tiled modern bathroom with tub. MOVE-IN READY! Bring your expansion ideas for the unfinished 2nd floor and make this home your own! Conveniently located close to rt 128, North Shore Mall, Centennial Park, Restaurants,and much more! Won't last!
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Property History
Market Insights
46.1%
Price Range
47
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73475701
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Mar 20, 2026
$555,000
MLS #73475701
Sold
Sep 8, 2017
$309,400
Property sold
Days on Market: 47
Listed for Sale
Jul 12, 2017
$299,000
Original listing
Agent: Fred Ginches
Office: Assurance Real Estate, LLC
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/20/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $555,000 | - | - | MLS #73475701 |
| 09/08/2017 | ✓ Sold | $309,400 | - | - | Property sold |
| 07/12/2017 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $299,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $2,386 | $202,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$2,386
Tax Year 2017
Assessed Value
$202,900
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1945
Living Area
990 sq ft
Lot Size
0.20 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile
Appliances
Water Heater, Range
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Cape, Ranch
Roof
Shingle
Features
Storage, Fenced Yard
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Total Spaces
4
Utilities
Electric
100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$2,386
Assessed Value
$202,900
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
taupe
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
47 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1945
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
990 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile
Appliances:
Water Heater, Range
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Cape, Ranch
Year Built:
1945
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter, Slab
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Storage, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Parking Features:
Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Nearby Schools
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
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
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
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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21 Forest Street, Peabody MA 01960
Peabody, MA 01960
Listing Information
Agent MLS ID
CN218273
Office MLS ID
AN3294
Listing Data Updated
Sep 8, 2017 2:30 PM EDT
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