12 Rolfes Lane, Newbury MA 01951

Newbury, MA 01951
$553,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,370
Sq Ft
$404
Price/Sq Ft
0.53
Acres
1939
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
Single Family Residence
Type
8
Days on Market
Sold Listed Feb 4, 2007 • MLS# 70520749 Copied! • Updated Apr 1, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $555,000
Final Sale Price: $553,000
Difference: $2,000 (-0.4%)
Performance Metrics
99.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
8
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $405
Sale $/sq ft: $404
This property sold for $404 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.4% below the original asking price.

With only 8 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$404/sq ft
Area Median
$709/sq ft
Difference
43.0%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Classic c.1939 Cape on desirable Rolfe’s Lane. This 3 br, 1 1/2 bath treasure on over 1/2 acre has been lovingly updated with new furnace, plumbing, 200 AMP electric and radiant heated 1st floor, while preserving original features and charm. Beautiful fireplaced living room, HW floors, built-ins, Part. fenced in yard and detached 2-car garage. Expansion possibilities with new 4 br septic system on large lot less than 2 mi. from downtown Nbpt and Plum Isl. A MUST SEE!

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Property History

Market Insights

52.3%
Price Range
10
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73560019
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Aug 6, 2026
$1,159,900
MLS #73560019 - Active
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Sold
Apr 13, 2007
$553,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 10
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Listed for Sale
Feb 4, 2007
$555,000
Original listing
Agent: Cheryl Caldwell Office: Stone Ridge Properties, Inc.

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2007 $4,261 $517,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,261
Tax Year 2007
Assessed Value
$517,800

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1939
Living Area 1,370 sq ft
Lot Size 0.53 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Vinyl
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Deck, Storage
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 8
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer Private Sewer, Private Sewerage
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $4,261
Assessed Value $517,800
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color Yellow
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Basement Playroom (16 x 25) not incl in GLA
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 10 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1939
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,370 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1939
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer: Private Sewer, Private Sewerage
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Storage
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Frontage: 130.00 ft
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility
School District
Triton School District local
B-
✓ School Safety 2024-25
1.3% Average
1.3% Suspensions 0.7% In-School
↓ 4.2% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
B+
Newbury Elementary School
0.8 mi | #275 of 825 | Score: 51.6
Dropped 140 spots from last year
-6.6 below state avg
421 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-06
Newburyport Montessori School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-K
Immaculate Conception School
1.2 mi
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A
Rupert A Nock Middle School
1.7 mi | #58 of 352 | Score: 55.6
Improved 47 spots from last year
-2.6 below state avg
498 students Less Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
B
Triton Regional Middle School
4.8 mi | #149 of 352 | Score: 44.4
Improved 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
296 students Less Diverse
Grades 07-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
A
Newburyport High School
1.9 mi | #53 of 346 | Score: 67.1
Improved 12 spots from last year
+8.8 above state avg
745 students Less Diverse
18 sports • 1,722 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
The Governor's Academy
3.8 mi
Grades 09-12
Solstice School
4.2 mi
Grades 06-12
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Neighborhood

12 Rolfes Lane, Newbury MA 01951

Newbury, MA 01951

Listing Information

Listing Agent Cheryl Caldwell
Listing Office Stone Ridge Properties, Inc.
Office Phone 978-463-4322
Agent MLS ID C8001265
Office MLS ID C95006
Listing Data Updated Apr 1, 2025 2:01 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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