Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly sought-after Masconomet School District, this charming 4-bedroom Cape is conveniently located 1 mile from Route 95 and 25 minutes to Logan Airport. Set on an expansive double lot, this home truly “lives big.” Freshly painted with refinished hardwood floors (2026), a new roof (2022), and Mass Save insulation (2024), it blends character with modern efficiency. The main level features a fireplaced living room, eat-in kitchen, bonus room with slider to a large deck, two bedrooms (including one with an attached heated greenhouse) and a full bath. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms, a skylit ¾ bath, and a spacious walk-in attic, whole-house fan, and wall A/C units for comfort. Added convenience w/a 1.5-car garage with decked storage loft. An expansive walkout basement offers laundry, workshop, and room for a playroom or home gym, plus drive-in storage for recreational equipment. A full foundation under the deck is designed for future addition
For sale
$799,999
18 Forrest Rd, Topsfield, MA 01983
4beds
1,740sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
0.64 Acres Lot
$802,600 Zestimate®
$460/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large deckEat-in kitchenQuiet cul-de-sacAttached heated greenhouseNew roofRefinished hardwood floorsExpansive double lot
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lauri Dyer 978-500-0574,
Lamacchia Realty, Inc. 978-993-3600
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73536695
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
- Level: Second
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
- Level: Second
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
- Level: First
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
- Level: First
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Skylight, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 40
- Dimensions: 5 x 8
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 56
- Dimensions: 7 x 8
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup
- Level: First
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 12 x 21
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Deck - Exterior, Slider
- Level: First
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Living room
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access
- Level: First
- Area: 414
- Dimensions: 18 x 23
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s), Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Slider, Walk-In Closet(s), Bonus Room
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Concrete, Hardwood
- Doors: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,740
- Total interior livable area: 1,740 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,740
- Finished area below ground: 1,344
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Greenhouse, Screens
- Waterfront features: Lake/Pond, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Association)
Lot
- Size: 0.64 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Easements
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse
- Foundation area: 0
- Parcel number: M:0039 B:0054 L:,3694397
- Zoning: IRA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Conventional (2x4-2x6)
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle,Tar/Gravel,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Topsfield
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $460/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $673,400
- Annual tax amount: $10,094
- Date on market: 6/16/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$802,600
$762,000 - $843,000
$4,252/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,999+957.5%$460/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73536695 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2001 | Sold | $75,650$43/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,094 +7.4% | $673,400 +5.3% |
| 2024 | $9,399 +10% | $639,800 +13.9% |
| 2023 | $8,541 | $561,900 |
| 2022 | $8,541 -2.6% | $561,900 +14.8% |
| 2021 | $8,770 +2.9% | $489,400 |
| 2020 | $8,525 +2.8% | $489,400 +0.4% |
| 2019 | $8,289 +1.4% | $487,600 +3.6% |
| 2018 | $8,171 +10.5% | $470,700 +7.8% |
| 2017 | $7,395 +4.8% | $436,800 +2.2% |
| 2016 | $7,057 +7.4% | $427,200 +7% |
| 2015 | $6,570 +8.5% | $399,400 +6.6% |
| 2014 | $6,057 +0.5% | $374,800 -0.8% |
| 2013 | $6,026 +2.4% | $377,800 -0.8% |
| 2012 | $5,882 +4.5% | $380,700 +0.3% |
| 2011 | $5,631 -3.1% | $379,700 -9.4% |
| 2010 | $5,813 +2.8% | $419,100 -4.6% |
| 2009 | $5,656 +3.6% | $439,100 -3.3% |
| 2008 | $5,459 +5.7% | $454,200 +1.7% |
| 2007 | $5,166 +1.7% | $446,500 +2.5% |
| 2006 | $5,079 +1.6% | $435,600 +5.1% |
| 2005 | $4,998 +6.5% | $414,400 +7.8% |
| 2004 | $4,691 +9.2% | $384,500 +14% |
| 2003 | $4,296 +3.8% | $337,200 +11.7% |
| 2002 | $4,137 +16.1% | $302,000 +26.5% |
| 2000 | $3,563 +33% | $238,800 +25.6% |
| 1997 | $2,678 | $190,200 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 01983
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Proctor Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Masconomet Regional Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10Masconomet Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Masconomet Middle School
- High: Masconomet High School
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- Massachusetts
- Essex County
- Topsfield
- 01983
- 18 Forrest Rd
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