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Listing broker remarks

Fantastic opportunity to own over 4.5 acres of land in Topsfield just across the street from Hood Pond and steps away from Pye Brook recreation area. The existing property includes 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom with an unfinished basement and garage. Excellent chance for a contractor and/or cash buyer to ovehaul existing home or begin anew. This property offers the opportunity to enjoy the unparalleled peace and quiet surrounded by natural beauty and conservation land.— J. Barrett & Company

Key details

  • 1,714 sq ft
  • 4.55 acres
  • 3 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1926 built
  • $347 / sq ft
  • $10,483 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠5⁠6⁠3⁠8⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
162 Haverhill Rd
Town
Topsfield, MA
ZIP
01983
Deed (Bk/Pg)
26268 / 560

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Neighborhood: Topsfield

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.