$700,000

17 High St Merrimac, MA 01860

$8,313
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
2,494 sqft
0.6 acres
$281 / sqft
House

Property details

About 17 High St

Privately nestled among the trees on a quiet country road, this charming home offers both tranquility and convenience. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors, elegant crown molding, and incredible fine detail work. The flexible layout allows for a potential ADU or in-law suite or a spacious first-floor primary suite—perfect for comfort or multi-generational living. The many updates include a new (in 2020) high-efficiency furnace, brand-new water heater, recently refreshed kitchen, renovated first-floor bath and mud room, fresh interior paint throughout new gutters installed 2 years ago, and so much more (see attached list). Step outside to a large freshly painted deck overlooking a generous yard (over 1/2 an acre)—ideal for entertaining or relaxing in peace. Ample parking, easy highway access, as well as close proximity to Merrimac Town Forest, Lake Attitash, and Mill Pond recreation area make this home a rare find and a must-see!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas, Electric
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size2,494 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.56 Acres
Year built1855
ParkingOff Street
MLS #73385503

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Parking: Off Street
  • Exterior: Deck - Wood
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Electric
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $700,000
  • Price/SqFt: $280
  • Annual Tax Amount: $7,849
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Level, Sloped
  • Directions: 495 to Broad to High
  • Year Built: 1855
  • Living Area: 2,494 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.56 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73385503
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Beacon
  • Office Phone: (978) 219-0011
  • Listing Agent: The Murray Brown Group

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17 High St, Merrimac, MA 01860 - view of front of property with a front yard and a shingled roof

$700,000

17 High St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 23, 2020
Home Sold
$415,000
Mar 29, 1996
Home Sold
$137,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$581,400$7,849
2023$499,100$7,372
2022$445,400$7,278
2021$436,800$7,120
2020$414,800$6,172
2019$375,100$5,930

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Helen R. Donaghue Elementary School

Public District 3-6

0.8 mi

24 Union Street Ext

9

Dr. John C. Page Elementary School

Public District PK-6

1.9 mi

694 Main St

6

Charles C. Cashman Elementary School

Public District PK-4

2.9 mi

193 Lions Mouth Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $74,211. Most Merrimac, MA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

18%
<35k
50%
35k-100k
27%
100k-200k
5%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

42%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • KmartKmart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • LexusLexus
  • LincolnLincoln

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 17 High St

The listing price of 17 High St property is $700,000.

The property 17 High St is a house located in Merrimac, Massachusetts, 01860.

Accepting Backup Offers: 17 High St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

The nearby schools for 17 High St are: Helen R. Donaghue Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Dr. John C. Page Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Charles C. Cashman Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Pentucket Regional Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Amesbury Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Barnard School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Whittier Regional Vocational (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Amesbury High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Pentucket Regional High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $7,849 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on July 23, 2020 for $415,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 17 High St has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The property 17 High St is 2,494 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 17 High St is 1855.

This home is located at 17 High St in Merrimac, MA and zip code 01860. This 2,494 square foot home, which was built in 1855, sits on a 0.56 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $700,000.

Merrimac, MA housing market in May 2025 saw over 0 listings sold above listed price, more than 0 sold at listed price and over 2 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Merrimac, MA between April and May 2025 increased by 30.8%. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 14 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $634,888.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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