Active Under Contract

98 Days on market

6 Northgate Road Ipswich — Photo 1 of 42

Recent Drop: $120,000

$1,595,000

$1,475,000

6 Northgate Road, Ipswich, MA 01938

Ipswich, MA 01938

Beds

Baths

2.5

SqFt

3,811

Style

Single Family

Built

1836

Exceptional 1836 Antique Farmhouse in Ipswich short distance from Crane Beach offers four bedrooms two and a half baths. The 1st floor has a mudroom, laundry room, half bath, open concept kitchen with spacious family room. In addition, a large light filled living room with working brick fireplace and custom cabinets. Formal dining room features phenomenal antique fireplace with bread oven. Traditional library with built ins, custom shutters and addt’l fireplace. Front staircase accesses four bedrooms, 2 full baths, an office with back spiral staircase connecting directly to the dining room. This distinguished, unique property includes a two story Artist’s Studio with French doors, spiral staircase leading to the second floor where a palladium window offers spectacular views of open fields and an adjacent horse farm. Incredible sunrise and sunset views overlooking the pastures and paddocks can be seen from both the main house and the studio. An historic home to make your own!

Market Value Analysis

This Property

Size (SqFt) →Price →

This Property$387/sqft

Local Avg (Ipswich)$496/sqft

22% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 17 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Ipswich, MA.

Financials

Original Price$1,595,000

Annual Taxes$14,931.37

Parking

Garage0

Off-Street6

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms9

Fireplaces4

FlooringWood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

BasementNone

Climate & Utilities

HeatingOil, Fireplace

CoolingNone

WaterPublic

SewerPrivate Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame

RoofShingle

FoundationIrregular

ZoningRRA

Property & Lot

Acres1.11

SqFt Lot48,352

Lot FeaturesWooded

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Golf

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second

OfficeMaster BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4Bathroom 2Bathroom 3

First

Living RoomDining RoomKitchenFamily RoomBathroom 1

Living Room

Lvl First

30 x 16

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting

Dining Room

Lvl First

23 x 14

Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Pocket Door

Kitchen

Lvl First

17 x 11

Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Peninsula, Lighting - Overhead

Office

Lvl Second

13 x 13

Closet - Cedar, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture

Family Room

Lvl First

24 x 17

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built

Master Bedroom

Lvl Second

17 x 15

Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet, Window(s) - Picture, Balcony - Exterior, Dressing Room

Bedroom 2

Lvl Second

13 x 13

Bedroom 3

Lvl Second

13 x 13

Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 4

Lvl Second

13 x 10

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom 1

Lvl First

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Wood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bathroom 2

Lvl Second

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom 3

Lvl Second

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting

Property History

Price Drop

$1,475,000

Was $1,545,000

Jul 26, 2026

MLS® 73515943

Price Drop

$1,545,000

Was $1,595,000

Jun 21, 2026

MLS® 73515943

Listed

$1,595,000

May 11, 2026

MLS® 73515943

Population

13,930

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$139K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

25.6%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Essex County

992 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-15% vs the prior 12 months) — 515 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 3,811 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 48,352 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Full Ipswich, MA market report ZIP 01938 market data

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Josephine Mehm Baker

Listing Office: J. Barrett & Company

MLS® Number: 73515943