10 Hand Picked Luxury Homes This Week in Top Towns North of Boston for Sale From $1.5M to $3.3M
The quick answer: This week, 18 Southpoint Lane in Ipswich MA leads the list at $1,825,000: a home in Ipswich Country Club with a first floor primary suite and a deck over the 13th hole. Nine more luxury homes, one per town, run from $1,545,000 to $3,299,000.
You aren't buying walls. You're buying everything inside them.
You've done the work. Now you want a home that feels like it.
At this price, you expect every detail to be right. So it stings when the photos look great and the house doesn't.
If you've toured a few and felt let down, you aren't alone. I hear it often at this price.
Here are 10 luxury homes worth your time this week, one in each top town. Each one gives you real space and finish for the money.
Top pick this week
$1,825,000
18 Southpoint Lane, Ipswich MA 01938.
4 bedrooms5.5 baths7,550 sq ftBuilt in 2001MLS 73542971 · $1,800 a month condo fee.
Open house Sunday October 25, 11:00am to 1:00pm
It's a contemporary home in Ipswich Country Club. The first floor primary suite has a hotel-style bath that was just redone. It opens right onto the deck.
The deck looks over the 13th hole of a Robert Trent Jones golf course. The lower level was just redone too, with a private gym.
You also get a three-car garage and plenty of storage. Club memberships are sold apart from the home.
Listing courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty. MLS 73542971.
Book a showingAt this price, the right home isn't the biggest. It's the one that fits how you really live.
In this guide
What are the other 9 luxury homes to see this week?
You'll see one home in each of 9 more towns. Tap any home. We'll send you the details and a private showing time.
$1,649,000
76 Federal, Newburyport MA.
4 bed, 2 bath, 3,600 sq ft.
You get a fireplace and a porch.
Listing courtesy of VRG Massachusetts LLC. MLS 73586766.
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$3,299,000
90 Mountwood Rd, Swampscott MA.
5 bed, 7.5 bath, 11,608 sq ft.
Sits on 1.9 acres. You get a fireplace, a finished lower level and a patio.
Listing courtesy of J. Barrett & Company. MLS 73565267.
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$1,650,000
54 William Street, Andover MA.
4 bed, 5 bath, 5,879 sq ft.
You get a fireplace, a finished lower level and a deck.
Listing courtesy of William Raveis R.E. & Home Services. MLS 73548422.
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$1,979,000
21 Rockwood Heights Rd, Manchester-by-the-Sea MA.
4 bed, 3.5 bath, 3,500 sq ft.
Sits on 1 acres. You get a fireplace, a deck and a garage.
Open house Sunday October 25, 11:30am to 12:30pm.
Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties. MLS 73593229.
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$1,850,000
18 Morningside Dr, Topsfield MA.
6 bed, 5 bath, 6,560 sq ft.
Sits on 1 acres. You get a fireplace and hardwood floors.
Open house Sunday October 25, 11:00am to 12:30pm.
Listing courtesy of Lyv Realty. MLS 73593128.
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$2,250,000
245 Summer Ave, Reading MA.
6 bed, 6.5 bath, 6,251 sq ft.
You get a patio.
Open house Sunday October 25, 1:00pm to 3:00pm.
Listing courtesy of Leading Edge Real Estate. MLS 73582131.
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$1,545,000
15 Long Pasture Rd, North Andover MA.
7 bed, 6.5 bath, 7,207 sq ft.
Sits on 2 acres. You get hardwood floors, a porch and a garage.
Listing courtesy of Elite Realty Experts, LLC. MLS 73546592.
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$1,974,999
31 Cedar St, North Reading MA.
5 bed, 8.5 bath, 8,138 sq ft.
Sits on 5.2 acres. You get a fireplace, hardwood floors and a deck.
Listing courtesy of Century 21 North East. MLS 73551891.
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$1,799,999
153 Essex St, Hamilton MA.
3 bed, 3.5 bath, 4,226 sq ft.
Sits on 1.8 acres. You get a fireplace, hardwood floors and a deck.
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty. MLS 73578741.
Ask about this homeListing details come from MLS PIN and PrimeMLS on October 24, 2026. They're deemed reliable but not guaranteed. A home can go under agreement, meaning a buyer has a signed deal, any day. Each home that isn't ours is shown courtesy of the brokerage named on it.
How did we pick these 10 luxury homes?
We pulled every house for sale over $1,500,000 in 17 top towns north of Boston on October 24. We kept the ones still open to offers with at least 20 photos.
Then we compared each home's price per square foot to its town. We favored the best space and finish for the money and kept one home per town.
What should you ask before you buy a luxury home?
Ask for the age of the roof, the heating and cooling and any pool or generator. Ask what the yearly upkeep costs. Ask for the tax bill and any HOA rules.
Then ask how long it's been for sale. Luxury homes can take longer to sell. That can give you room to talk price.
Can you offer less than the price the seller is asking?
Sometimes, and it's worth asking. Most buyers wait for a price drop. That wait can cost you the home.
Here's what I do. I look at how long similar homes take to sell. A week before a home hits that point, I ask one question. Is the seller open to a lower price? A calm ask saves my buyers real money.
What are the best restaurants, trails and coffee shops in these towns?
Here's what life looks like in each town on this list: the coffee, the next great meal, the trails and the people you'll get to know. Want the full picture? Read our town guides for Newburyport MA, Andover MA, Topsfield MA, Reading MA, North Andover MA and North Reading MA.
Local favorites in Ipswich MA
Here's where you'll grab your coffee, find your trail and meet your neighbors in Ipswich MA.
Coffee
Zumi's Espresso
A Market Street coffee shop in Ipswich MA for for more than two decades, with local artists' work on the walls.
Your next great meal
Luna Mare Cuisine
A Mediterranean restaurant in Ipswich MA where you can book a table for your next great meal.
Library
Ipswich Public Library
The town library on North Main Street in Ipswich MA, open seven days a week from fall through spring.
Park
Crane Beach
Families swim and play in the sand on Argilla Road, with lifeguards, a snack shack and dune trails in summer.
Hiking
Appleton Farms
Over six miles of farm roads and footpaths off County Road, open sunrise to sunset all year.
Dog park
Crane Beach dog season
Dogs are allowed October 1 to March 31 in set areas of the beach; it's $5 per nonmember dog.
Meet the locals
Ipswich Museum
Started in 1890 as the town's historical society, it runs the 1677 Whipple House and hosts town history events.
Local favorites in Newburyport MA
Here's where you'll grab your coffee, find your trail and meet your neighbors in Newburyport MA.
Coffee
Olive's Coffee & Bakehouse
Fresh pastries, breakfast sandwiches and seasonal lattes at this cozy bakehouse on High Street.
You can see this post from @olivescoffeeandbakehouse on Instagram
Photo and post by @olivescoffeeandbakehouse on Instagram. You can give them a follow too.
Great sandwich
Port City Sandwich Co.
Breakfast and lunch sandwiches on Merrimac Street, with breakfast starting at 8am on weekends.
You can see this post from @portcitysandwich on Instagram
Photo and post by @portcitysandwich on Instagram. You can give them a follow too.
Your next great meal
Brine
Fresh oysters, crudo and chops on State Street, with a dollar oyster deal on Thursdays.
You can see this post from @brineoysterbar on Instagram
Photo and post by @brineoysterbar on Instagram. You can give them a follow too.
Library
Newburyport Public Library
The city library on State Street is open six days a week, with evening hours Monday to Thursday.
Park
Cashman Park
Ball fields, courts and a playground on Merrimac Street, right on the Merrimack River.
Hiking
Maudslay State Park
Old estate grounds with wide carriage roads by the river, and mountain laurel blooms in late spring.
Dog park
Moseley Woods off-leash area
Dogs can run off leash dawn to dusk, just not on the playground, pavilion or picnic areas. Leash up coming and going.
Meet the locals
Yankee Homecoming
Newburyport MA's nine day summer festival brings music, a road race and fireworks. In 2026 it ran July 25 to August 2.
You can follow @yankeehomecoming on Instagram.
Local favorites in Andover MA
Here's where you'll grab your coffee, find your trail and meet your neighbors in Andover MA.
Coffee
Ultimate Perk Coffee Co.
Family owned, independent coffee shop on Main Street serving Andover MA since 2003. The Andover MA shop is cash only.
You can follow @ultimateperk on Instagram.
Coffee
Caffè Nero
Cozy coffee house on Main Street with a two sided fireplace, tall bookshelves and croissants baked in house.
You can see this post from @caffenerous on Instagram
Photo and post by @caffenerous on Instagram. You can give them a follow too.
Great sandwich
LaRosa's
Family owned Italian spot on Barnard Street. The cafe counter makes the best Italian sandwich in town.
Your next great meal
La Fina
Steakhouse on Main Street with an Art Deco dining room. Order the steak, you'll talk about it for weeks.
You can see this post from @lafina_steakhouse on Instagram
Photo and post by @lafina_steakhouse on Instagram. You can give them a follow too.
Library
Memorial Hall Library
Andover MA's public library sits at 2 North Main Street, right in the heart of town.
Park
Recreation Park
Open year round on Abbot Street with a kids' play area, picnic spots, a lighted ball field, tennis and pickleball.
Hiking
Harold Parker State Forest
About 35 miles of trails and 11 ponds, with the campground entrance on Jenkins Road in Andover MA.
Dog park
Deer Jump Reservation
AVIS trails along the Merrimack River with hemlock groves, high bluffs and wildflowers. Dogs must stay leashed.
Meet the locals
Andover Farmers Market
Saturdays 9 to 1 at The Park on Bartlet Street, June through mid October. 2026 was its 20th season.
You can see this post from @andovermafarmersmarket on Instagram
Photo and post by @andovermafarmersmarket on Instagram. You can give them a follow too.
Bookstore
Andover Bookstore
Founded in 1809, it's the oldest independent bookstore in the US, with author talks and book clubs on Main Street.
You can see this post from @andoverbookstore on Instagram
Photo and post by @andoverbookstore on Instagram. You can give them a follow too.
Local favorites in Topsfield MA
Here's where you'll grab your coffee, find your trail and meet your neighbors in Topsfield MA.
Library
Topsfield Town Library
The town library on South Common Street in Topsfield MA, with parking out front and along Main Street.
Park
Pye Brook Park
Town fields on Haverhill Road with baseball, softball, open fields and a disc golf course.
Hiking
Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
Mass Audubon's sanctuary on Perkins Row has 12 miles of trails; it's foot traffic only, and dogs aren't allowed.
Dog park
Bradley Palmer State Park
A 721 acre state park on Asbury Street with pine paths and meadows where the state says dogs are allowed.
Meet the locals
Topsfield Fair
The fair on Boston Street hit its 208th year in October 2026, with a giant pumpkin weigh-off and contests.
Local favorites in North Andover MA
Here's where you'll grab your coffee, find your trail and meet your neighbors in North Andover MA.
Coffee
Good Day Cafe
Family run cafe on High Street with organic coffee, scratch made quiche, sandwiches and baked goods.
Library
Stevens Memorial Library
North Andover MA's public library, at 345 Main Street in the center of town.
Park
Grogan's Field and Playground
Town playground and field on Baldwin Street with a newer play equipment area for kids.
Hiking
Weir Hill
About 4 miles of Trustees trails off Stevens Street, with Lake Cochichewick shoreline and Merrimack Valley views.
Dog park
Harold Parker State Forest
Dogs are allowed at this state forest, with park headquarters on Middleton Road in North Andover MA.
Meet the locals
North Andover Farmers Market
Sundays 10 to 1 behind the Town Offices on Main Street, from late June into early October.
You can see this post from @northandoverfarmersmarket on Instagram
Photo and post by @northandoverfarmersmarket on Instagram. You can give them a follow too.
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About Lisa Sevajian
Lisa Sevajian is a Realtor with the Lisa Sevajian Group at eXp Realty, licensed in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. She has guided almost 2,000 families through buying and selling and has ranked in the top 1.5% of over 1.4 million Realtors nationwide, verified by RealTrends. She serves the Andovers, the Merrimack Valley, Seacoast MA and NH, Southern NH and the North Shore. Buying, she makes sure you don't overpay. Selling, she makes sure you don't say yes to too little. Call Lisa Sevajian at 978-457-3406.
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Questions people ask
Are there luxury homes on a golf course for sale north of Boston?
Yes. This week, 18 Southpoint Lane in Ipswich MA sits in Ipswich Country Club with a deck over the 13th hole, listed at $1,825,000.
What's the most expensive luxury home for sale north of Boston in MA this week?
90 Mountwood Rd in Swampscott MA at $3,299,000, with 5 bedrooms and 11,608 square feet.
Which towns north of Boston have the most luxury homes?
This week's list includes Ipswich MA, Newburyport MA, Swampscott MA, Andover MA, Manchester-by-the-Sea MA, Topsfield MA, Reading MA, North Andover MA, North Reading MA and Hamilton MA.
Do I need a jumbo loan for a $1.5M home in Massachusetts?
Usually, if you're borrowing more than the conforming loan limit. Ask your lender which loan fits your numbers.
Is there a 4-bedroom house for sale in Newburyport MA for about $1.6M?
Yes. This week, 76 Federal in Newburyport MA has 4 bedrooms and 3,600 square feet, listed at $1,649,000.
Is there a 5-bedroom house for sale in Swampscott MA for about $3.3M?
Yes. This week, 90 Mountwood Rd in Swampscott MA has 5 bedrooms and 11,608 square feet, listed at $3,299,000.
Is there a 4-bedroom house for sale in Andover MA for about $1.6M?
Yes. This week, 54 William Street in Andover MA has 4 bedrooms and 5,879 square feet, listed at $1,650,000.
Is there a 4-bedroom house for sale in Manchester-by-the-Sea MA for about $2M?
Yes. This week, 21 Rockwood Heights Rd in Manchester-by-the-Sea MA has 4 bedrooms and 3,500 square feet, listed at $1,979,000.
Is there a 6-bedroom house for sale in Topsfield MA for about $1.8M?
Yes. This week, 18 Morningside Dr in Topsfield MA has 6 bedrooms and 6,560 square feet, listed at $1,850,000.
Where can I find good coffee, parks and trails in these MA and NH towns?
Each town on this list has its own local favorites section on this page, with a coffee shop, a great sandwich, a restaurant, the library, a park, a trail, a dog park and a way to meet the locals.
Can I offer less than the price the seller is asking in MA or NH?
Sometimes. Look at how long similar homes take to sell, then ask whether the seller is open to a lower price before the home reaches that point.
How often is this list updated?
Every week. We pull every house over $1,500,000 in these towns and update this page.
How do I see one of these homes in MA or NH?
Tap Ask about this home on any listing or call Lisa Sevajian at 978-457-3406. We'll set up a showing and send you the details.
This is general information, not legal, tax or lending advice. Check with your attorney, lender and CPA before you decide.
I'll guide you home.
Lisa Sevajian