




3 Archelaus Hill Rd, West Newbury, MA, 01985
About This Home
Entertainer's Dream! This luxury expanded cape was built for the builder himself. This home offers more than 4,500 square feet on a peaceful and private 2.1-acre lot, just two miles from I-95. Designed for effortless entertaining, the open floor plan features expansive living spaces, 9-foot ceilings on both levels, oak hardwood floors, and seamless access to a huge 10 x 40 covered porch from three rooms. At the heart of the home, the true chef’s kitchen boasts a 4x8 foot hickory butcher-block island, pot filler, appliance lift, oversized refrigerator and freezer, and abundant custom cabinetry. Thoughtfully engineered for comfort and efficiency, the home includes a 14kW solar-panel system, 12 inch exterior walls, radiant-heated lower-level floors, and mechanicals updated within the past two years. Wine enthusiasts will appreciate a dedicated wine area with eight refrigerators and capacity for up to 1,200 bottles. Additional amenities include an under-sink ozonator drinking-water system, whole-house water purification and softening, propane outdoor fireplace, 10-zone irrigation system, and an invisible pet fence. Enjoy exceptional privacy, generous indoor-outdoor living, and remarkably convenient to Newburyport (10 mins), Plum Island Beach (20 mins), Commuter Rail (10 mins) and Logan is only 40 mins away. Come by the Open House Saturday 8/15 from 10am - 12pm.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2012
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Double Stud Wall
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Tankless Water Heater,Range,Microwave,Freezer,Water Treatment,ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator,Wine Refrigerator,ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher,ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer,Range Hood,Water Softener
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Garage Access,Radon Remediation System,Concrete
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Internet Available - Broadband,Other
- Door features: Insulated Doors,Storm Door(s),French Doors
- Window features: Insulated Windows,Screens
- Flooring: Wood,Tile,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,832
- Finished area above ground: 2,734
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Hot Water,Radiant,Propane,Active Solar
- Cooling features: Heat Pump
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,566
- Total interior livable area: 4,566 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:015.0 B:0000 L:0076.0,2178641
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning: RB
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch,Patio,Covered
- Exterior features: Porch,Patio,Covered Patio/Deck,Balcony,Rain Gutters,Sprinkler System,Screens,Garden,Invisible Fence
- Fencing: Invisible
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s)
Lot
- Lot size: 2.10 Acres
- Features: Wooded,Sloped
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Attached,Under,Insulated,Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $7,837 | $94,044 |
| Home Insurance * | $428 | $5,136 |
| Property Taxes | $1,395 | $16,740 |
| Electricity | $900 | $10,804 |
| Total | $10,560 | $126,720 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-09 | Price change | $1,499,000 |
| 2026-06-02 | Listed for sale | $1,550,000 |
| 2021-08-04 | Sold | $1,200,000 |
| 2021-07-05 | Pending sale | $1,200,000 |
| 2021-06-21 | Contingent | $1,200,000 |
| 2021-06-03 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000 |
| 2011-02-22 | Sold | $125,000 |
