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116 Hill Street Topsfield — Photo 1 of 26

116 Hill Street Topsfield — Photo 1 of 26

$1,100,000

116 Hill Street, Topsfield, MA 01983

Topsfield, MA 01983

Beds

2

Baths

1

SqFt

860

Style

Single Family

Built

1915

This charming Arts & Crafts cottage on 13+ acres was built in 1911 by J.D.Phillips (Salem merchant family) as chronicled in C.L.Bond's "The Houses of Topsfield". Extra-tall ceilings elevate the sense of space of the 8-room residence blending period details with an airy layout. At the heart of the cottage is an eat-in kitchen featuring large original built-in cabinets, rich butcher block countertops, and a classic farmer's sink. With 2 comfortable bedrooms, 1 full bath, and flexible living space, this home offers endless potential for a quiet country homestead with possible development opportunities. Abuts the Greenbelt's Donibristle Reservation (44-acre of wooded trails) with nearby amenities such as Masconomet Regional Schools, the Topsfield Fair, the Linear Common Rail Trail, Zumi’s Espresso, the Bagel Bin, the Essex Co-Op and newly opened Alfalfa Farm Cellars - craft brews & wines. A rare property of this scale, history, and character in Topsfield is a once-in-a-lifetime find!

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$1279/sqft
Local Avg (Topsfield)$390/sqft
228% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 9 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Topsfield, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$1,100,000
Annual Taxes$10,121

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street5

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms8
FireplacesNone
FlooringWood
BasementFull, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingForced Air, Oil
CoolingOther
WaterPublic
SewerInspection Required for Sale, Private Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionConventional (2x4-2x6)
RoofShingle
FoundationStone
ZoningORA

Property & Lot

Acres13.7
SqFt Lot596,772
Lot FeaturesWooded, Easements, Cleared, Farm, Other

Amenities & Appliances

Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Microwave • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher • ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer

Geography

Population

6,564

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

Median Household Income

$196K

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

Renter-Occupied Homes

9.6%

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: 430 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 860 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 596,772 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.

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Jonathan Minerick

Listing Office: homecoin.com

MLS® Number: 73552629

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