LIFESTYLE CHANGE FOR SALE! Imagine waking up to sunrise & sparkling water views, enjoying morning coffee on a screened porch overlooking the lake & ending the day w/ a gentle summer breeze. This rare opportunity to own a beautifully restored waterfront Cape Cod cottage on desirable Lake Attitash offers not just a home, but an entirely different way of living. Warm, inviting & filled w/ character, this charming home blends original charm w/ thoughtful updates. Original wood floors, warm pine walls & a fieldstone fireplace w/ gas insert create a quintessential New England atmosphere, while enlarged windows, glass sliders & skylights bring the outdoors in & showcase breathtaking lake views from nearly every room. Updated kitchen & baths provide today's conveniences without sacrificing the home's personality. Step outside & the magic continues. The screened porch, deck & private dock capture spectacular 180-degree lake views—perfect for morning coffee, cocktails, entertaining or relaxing w/ a good book. Thoughtfully landscaped grounds provide a peaceful, private setting. Just listen to the birds singing! A dock, boat & two kayaks are included, so you can enjoy the lake immediately. Swim, waterski, fish, cruise by pontoon or speedboat, kayak, paddleboard, pedal around the lake, or simply drift along & take in the scenery. Lake Attitash is known for excellent fishing & has been featured on television by Charlie Moore, the “Mad Fisherman.” There is even a designated area to practice your golf swing & putting stroke! Or transform that space into a hot tub retreat & soak beneath the stars. A detached 2-car garage—rare w/ a waterfront property—was added in 2019 & provides space for cars, boats & lake toys. The full basement offers abundant storage & a workshop. Lake Attitash is known for clean water & abundant wildlife. Watch for swans, loons, ducks, blue herons, owls, eagles, cormorants & more. Pick wild blueberries, fish, paddle or simply relax by the water. Winter brings ice skating, ice sailing & ice fishing. This is the kind of property that invites you to slow down, have more fun & truly enjoy the life you've worked hard to create. Whether a year-round retreat, vacation home or gathering place for family & friends, this special waterfront home offers an extraordinary opportunity to embrace the lake lifestyle. Only 5 mins from Rte 495 & a short ride to Newburyport & charming downtown Amesbury. A truly special home in a truly special setting. If not now, when?
For sale
$869,000
1 Alnette Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860
3beds
1,799sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1931
6,970 Square Feet Lot
$854,100 Zestimate®
$483/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Screened porchOriginal wood floorsWarm pine wallsSparkling water viewsEnlarged windowsGlass slidersUpdated kitchen and baths
- 5 days
- 307
- 16
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
The Peggy Patenaude Team 978-804-0811,
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services 978-475-5100
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73578094
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 171
- Dimensions: 19 x 9
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: Second
- Area: 35
- Dimensions: 7 x 5
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: First
- Area: 50
- Dimensions: 10 x 5
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 12 x 8
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 304
- Dimensions: 19 x 16
Kitchen
- Features: Skylight, Flooring - Laminate, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 98
- Dimensions: 14 x 7
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Gas Stove
- Level: First
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil, Electric, Other
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet, Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Skylight(s), Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Radon Remediation System,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,799
- Total interior livable area: 1,799 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,799
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Porch - Screened, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake,Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Lake, Dock/Mooring, Frontage, Direct Access
Lot
- Size: 6,970 Square Feet
- Features: Gentle Sloping
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: M:065A B:0003 L:00005,2034331
- Zoning: LA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1931
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Merrimac
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $483/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $744,700
- Annual tax amount: $9,822
- Date on market: 9/25/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Exclusions: Please See Included/Excluded List
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$854,100
$811,000 - $897,000
$4,111/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $869,000+138.1%$483/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73578094 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2009 | Sold | $365,000-2.7%$203/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2009 | Listed for sale | $375,000+63.1%$208/sqft |
Source: Mike Mullins #70934646 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/1999 | Sold | $229,900+14.9%$128/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/1989 | Sold | $200,000$111/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,497 +1.9% | $641,300 +3.9% |
| 2024 | $8,335 +3.3% | $617,400 +13% |
| 2023 | $8,067 | $546,200 |
| 2022 | $8,067 +14.8% | $546,200 +26.7% |
| 2021 | $7,027 +17.6% | $431,100 +7.4% |
| 2020 | $5,973 -2.6% | $401,400 +3.5% |
| 2019 | $6,133 +4.6% | $387,900 +4.2% |
| 2018 | $5,866 -3.6% | $372,200 |
| 2017 | $6,082 +9% | $372,200 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $5,578 +2.8% | $345,200 +3.4% |
| 2015 | $5,424 +3.3% | $333,800 +1% |
| 2014 | $5,252 +4.9% | $330,500 +2% |
| 2013 | $5,006 -2.5% | $324,000 -3.9% |
| 2012 | $5,136 +6.3% | $337,000 -2.4% |
| 2011 | $4,832 +3.5% | $345,400 -3.2% |
| 2010 | $4,667 +7.8% | $356,800 -2.2% |
| 2009 | $4,328 +5.4% | $364,900 -4.1% |
| 2008 | $4,107 -1.8% | $380,600 -9.1% |
| 2007 | $4,181 -6.3% | $418,500 +1.3% |
| 2006 | $4,463 +14.9% | $413,200 +23.2% |
| 2005 | $3,883 +5.1% | $335,300 |
| 2004 | $3,695 +20.9% | $335,300 +64.4% |
| 2003 | $3,056 +11.9% | $204,000 |
| 2001 | $2,730 | $204,000 +253.6% |
| 1997 | -- | $57,700 |
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Neighborhood: 01860
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sweetsir
- Middle: Donaghue
- High: Pentucket Regional Hs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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