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Essex 01938
42 Howe St
$428,000
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42 Howe St

Ipswich, MA 01938
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
2,061 Ft²
$721,311
RealtyHop Estimate
80.78%
Since May 1, 2015
National-US
Primary Model

About This Property

**Value Range Pricing - Sellers will consider offers between $399,000 and $425,000**  Turn-key, 3 bedroom, 2 bath cape on one of the largest lots on the street! Attached garage, with access into the heated office/mudroom, is a welcomed convenience.  Open dining and kitchen area is great for entertaining.  1st floor bedroom next to the bathroom.  Let the day's stress slip away as you unwind by a crackling fire in your living room.  Upstairs, two large bedrooms and a full bath with tub. If this isn't enough, there are 2 additional heated rooms in the partially finished lower level. Close to all the wonderful area amenities and of course Cranes Beach!  Pride in ownership is an understatement.  This is one you don't want to miss!
Unit Size
2,061 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.57 acres
Price per sqft
$194
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$424
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1960

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Last updated: 4 months ago (MLSPIN #71794611)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Jul 30, 2025 Sold
Sold
Jun 11, 2025 In contract -
In contract
Jun 5, 2025 Listed $700,000
Listed
Welcome to 42 Howe Street, a charming and move-in ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in the heart of Ipswich on a massive lot! This versatile floor plan offers a first-floor bedroom and full bath—ideal for guests, a home office, or single-level living. The bright and spacious living room flows into a large eat-in kitchen with plenty of cabinet space and direct access to the backyard, perfect for entertaining or relaxing outdoors. Upstairs, you’ll find two comfortable bedrooms and a second full bath, offering privacy and separation of space. With hardwood floors, tiled baths, attached garage and mudroom and two finished rooms in the basement this home is as practical as it is inviting. Enjoy the convenience of being close to downtown shops, restaurants, schools, and the commuter rail. Plus, Ipswich residents enjoy access to beautiful Crane Beach. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a well-maintained home in one of the North Shore’s most desirable coastal towns!
Apr 17, 2015 Sold
Sold
Feb 24, 2015 Listed by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newburyport $399,000
Listed by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Newburyport

Property Highlights

Garage
Parking Available
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1960
  • Effective Year Built: 1960
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 7
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 3
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 6
  • Building Style: 4
  • Exterior Walls Type: 19
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 1
  • Roof Cover Type: 15
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 7
  • Basement Area: 864
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 24,807
  • Total Building Area: 2,061
  • Gross Building Area: 3,196
  • Building Area: 2,061
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,061
  • Heating Fuel Type: 6

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Land Acres: 0000000569
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 101

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Ipswich School District
  • School Tax School District: IPSWICH SD
  • Census Tract: 223300

Zoning

  • Zoning: RRA

Geography

  • Parcel: IPSW M:27B B:0014 L:0
  • Block: 14
  • Municipality: IPSWICH
  • Latitude: 42.6895
  • Longitude: -70.9064

    Address

  • Full Address: 42 Howe St
  • Address - House Number: 42
  • Address - Street Name: Howe
  • Address - Suffix Type: St
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Ipswich
  • Carrier Code: C004
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1138
  • Zip Code: 01938

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Amount: $773,400

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1575
  • Valuation Date: Jan 17, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 80
  • Final Value: 763,621
  • High Value: 883,897
  • Low Value: 643,344

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2024
  • Assessed Total Value: $679,600
  • Assessed Land Value: $341,400
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $338,200

    Sales

  • Current Sale Recording Date: Apr 17, 2015
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: O
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 41700455
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 42 Howe Street built and last sold?
The property at 42 Howe Street was built in 1960 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $428,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 42 Howe Street is $676,006.
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