6 Wainwright St, Ipswich, MA 01938
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OFF MARKET

6 Wainwright St
Ipswich, MA 01938

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,070 sqft (on 0.49 acres)

$1,187,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 4, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $7,136/mo*
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$1,187,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 4, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $7,136/mo*
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4 Beds
3 Baths
2,070 sqft
(on 0.49 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1850
Lot Size
0.49 acres
Living Area
2,070 sqft
Price/Sqft
$574
Parking
4 Parking Spaces

About this House

This very special property is tucked away, sited well-back from the road in a quiet neighborhood close to downtown and just a block from the Town Wharf and Ipswich River.The recently renovated 4 bedroom home is full of character with a combination of original details blended with new finishes.The 1’st floor offers a living room, primary bedroom and bathroom, mudroom, laundry, kitchen open to a two-story dining room/sitting room with woodstove and oversized windows with beautiful views of the back yard and patio. Upstairs there are 2 bedrooms, access to a south-facing roof deck, a full bath and a home office. The lower level includes an office/guest suite and storage/utility area. This private oasis on ½ acre with specimen trees, perennial and vegetable gardens, patio, stone walls, garden and workshop sheds, is a great gathering place, a quiet retreat, a place to enjoy hobbies, and a sanctuary to come home to. OFFERS, if any, due Friday 12/6 at 3:00pm. No escalation clauses please.
6 Wainwright St, Ipswich, MA 01938 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,070 sqft single-family home built in 1850. It last sold for $1,158,000 on Jan 30, 2025 (23% above the $945,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,187,300, with a rent estimate of $3,931/month.

Home Details for 6 Wainwright St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2070 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water HeaterLaundry: First Floor
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Heat Pump,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Heat PumpHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Stained GlassFlooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Wood, Tile, Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shingle RubberPatio / Porch: Deck - Roof, PatioExterior: Deck - Roof, Patio, Storage, GardenFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, StoneGarden
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 4No GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Off Street
Frontage
Waterfront: Ocean, Beach Ownership(Public)Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1850
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Farmhouse,Carriage House
Building
Not Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: See BrokerParcel Number: M:31C B:0131 L:0, 1955240

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $945,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Dec 12 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Ipswich
School Information
Elementary School: WinthropJr High / Middle School: ImsHigh School: Ihs

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2070 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public SchoolNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.49 acres

Offer

Contingencies: Pending P&S

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73314315

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingParkWalk/Jog TrailsStable(s)Conservation AreaHouse of WorshipMarinaPublic School
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Monahan Barker Team, (617) 680-6895
LandVest, Inc., Ipswich, (617) 680-6895
Bought with: Monahan Barker Team, (617) 680-6895, LandVest, Inc., Ipswich, (617) 680-6895
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73314315

Price History for 6 Wainwright St

DatePriceEventSource
01/30/2025$1,158,000Sold
MLS PIN #73314315
12/07/2024$945,000ContingentMLS PIN #73314315
11/25/2024$945,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73314315
06/14/2013$388,000Sold
N/A
07/15/1998$211,500Sold
N/A
10/16/1989$16,750Sold
N/A

Market trends in Ipswich

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,581
Assessment$679,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 6 Wainwright St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
11 Spillers Ln, Ipswich, MA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,125,000
01/09/26
4
2.5
2,700
11 County St, Ipswich, MA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$809,000
06/12/26
4
3
2,053
31 High St, Ipswich, MA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$1,220,000
06/12/26
3
2
2,363
51 Turkey Shore Rd, Ipswich, MA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$710,000
08/06/25
3
1.5
1,751
5 Tansey Ln, Ipswich, MA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,780,000
05/20/26
3
1
1,452
70 East St, Ipswich, MA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$638,000
03/26/26
3
1
1,395
31 Argilla Rd, Ipswich, MA
0.64
Single-Family Home
$1,156,000
07/01/26
5
3.5
2,747
7 Woods Ln, Ipswich, MA
0.50
Single-Family Home
$1,125,000
04/03/26
3
1.5
1,825
8 Cogswell St, Ipswich, MA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,900,000
09/08/25
4
3.5
4,073
16 Elm St, Ipswich, MA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$765,000
03/24/26
4
3.5
2,750

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What Locals Say about Ipswich

At least 59 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say parking is easy

  • 91 % Say car is needed

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 78 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 78 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 77 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 72 % Say there's wildlife

  • 72 % Say it's quiet

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 38 % Say there are community events

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    "Nowhere close to run within walking distance. Certain dogs aren’t picked up after. Nice neighborhood to walk around in. "
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    "Calm, no more than 25 minutes. No highways and multiple routes available. Easy and perfect between work and home to shake off the day."
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  • Vanessa L.
    "There are plenty of dogs and leash free walking options in Ipswich. The beach in the off season provides a great socialization and exercise for your dogs. "
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  • Vanessa L.
    "Illuminations, walkable restaurants, Crane Beach and Crane Estate has fabulous summer concerts and special events "
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  • Jenelle K.
    "Drive to downtown in minutes. Drive to work in 15minutes. The main downtown intersection can get a little hectic and confusing for people who aren’t familiar with it; 5-way intersection."
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  • Matthew E. N.
    "A solid community where people look out for one another and anything seen as suspicious is spotted very quickly. Low crime and great police department."
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  • Matthew E. N.
    "A quiet friendly neighborhood, with a good mix of young families and older couples. Everyone watched out for everyone"
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  • Matthew E. N.
    "I live in a quiet, yet close neighborhood where people look out for one another if you ask of them. Everyone is friendly. Beautiful town and a comfortable, safe place to live"
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  • Jacob B.
    "A lot of nice places to walk and explore, great for dogs. Some streets can be a little busy at times but a lot of sidewalk space."
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  • Linda A. I. F.
    "Everyone knows everyone and the community comes together quite often! We have great small shops and businesses! "
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  • Deborah M.
    "This is a town that feels like home. People who grow up here come back to raise their children. There are many generations of families and lots of cousins who grow up together in town."
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  • Vonderesch.a
    "There are a lot of fun community events at the Ipswich Riverwalk like a clam fest, music, and Ipswich Illumination. The local breweries do a lot of events with beer, food trucks, and music. Appleton Farms and the Crane Estate also hold a lot of fun gatherings like a blue grass festival, roaring 20’s lawn party, and outdoor concerts. "
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  • Linda A. I. F.
    "There are lots of dogs in my neighborhood. I own a dog and find it hard to rent with a dog. Our area has a lot of woods "
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    "I live downtown near the commuter rail. I have access in and via 4 main roads. Even during the summer traffic in the area is not bad. "
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  • Jennifersutherby
    "I grew up here I love it it’s secluded and not urban. Small town has stayed a small town. Real estate prices are high but for good reason."
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  • Margaret P.
    "This is a wonderfull place to bring up a family. School systems are great.Town wharf to launch your boat. Cranes beach free to residents with purchase of a sticker for your car. Many activities for the family. Parks for baseball, soccer, tennis courts at IHS"
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