
84 Fern Ave. Amesbury — Photo 1 of 42
$625,000
84 Fern Ave., Amesbury, MA 01913
Amesbury, MA 01913
Beds
3
Baths
1
SqFt
1,482
Style
Single Family
Built
1955
Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom Cape set in a desirable Amesbury location! Offering 1,482± square feet of living space, this home features a flexible floor plan with the option for first-floor living. Enter through the three-season porch, providing the perfect space for a mudroom, seasonal sitting area, or drop zone. The main level includes a spacious kitchen with ample cabinetry open to the living room, a recently updated full bath with convenient laundry, a first-floor bedroom, and a versatile bonus room that provides flexibility for a second first-floor bedroom, home office, den, or playroom. Upstairs you'll find two additional bedrooms with generous storage. This layout allows for two bedrooms on the main level with a home office upstairs, or one bedroom on the main level with the bonus room serving as the office and two additional bedrooms upstairs. New luxury vinyl flooring throughout the first floor and updated 200 amp electrical add to the home's appeal. Additional features include an attached 2-car garage, full unfinished basement for storage, workshop or future possibilities, and yard storage sheds. Nestled next to the babbling Back River, this home set on 1.92 peaceful acres features a sprawling sunny front yard and expansive fenced back yard. Adjacent woodlands are full of ferns, oaks, and maples. The private backyard offers plenty of room to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings. Serviced by a 3-bedroom septic system and conveniently located near Cider Hill Farm, downtown Amesbury, shopping, dining, and commuter routes, this home offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the space, flexibility, and charm of Cape-style living in a sought-after location.
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 22 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Amesbury, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Electric Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Microwave • Refrigerator
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Conservation Area • Highway Access
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First22 x 12
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead
Kitchen
Lvl Main,First17 x 12
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Laminate, Peninsula, Lighting - Overhead
Office
Lvl Second15 x 9
Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead
Master Bedroom
Lvl Main,First15 x 12
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Bedroom 2
Lvl First12 x 9
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second16 x 11
Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 1
Lvl Main,First9 x 8
Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Remodeled, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead
Population
17,403
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$104K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
31.4%
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: 741 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,482 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 83,635 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 Agent: Kristin Kelly
Listing Office: J. Barrett & Company
MLS® Number: 73559525
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