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$1,150,000
New Listing

1 Main Street
Essex, MA 01929

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
6
Beds
3
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
3,991
SqFt
$288
/SqFt
1835
Built
County:
Essex

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A truly unique offering that combines historic grandeur, modern updates, and exciting investment potential. This is a rare opportunity to own a distinguished Georgian-era residence in the heart of downtown Essex. Built in 1835, the stately home proudly showcases elegance and true craftsmanship in period details throughout. The residence offers a captivating glimpse into American history with its preserved architectural features and timeless character. 11 working fireplaces grace the home, adding warmth and charm to nearly every room. Inside, you’ll find oversized rooms, soaring ceilings, abundant storage, and large windows with gorgeous and operating Indian shutter filling spaces with natural light. Thoughtful updates include a newer roof, kitchen, heating system, electrical work, and weatherization providing modern comfort while preserving the home’s historic appeal.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,150,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
6
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,991 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.51 Acres
Year Built 
1835
MLS® Number 
73538674
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$15,445
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
9 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
9 hours agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.51
Disclosures 
The property includes a three-story barn. House and barn may be purchased together (see MLS #73538659). If sold separatelyas advertised herethe property will require condominiumizationwhich would reduce the real estate taxes. A survey is in progress.
Parking 
Off StreetPaved
Parking Spaces 
10
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Above 
3991
SqFt Total 
3991
Style 
ColonialGeorgian
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
RS2
Interior Features
Appliances 
Gas Water HeaterRangeDishwasherDisposalMicrowaveDryerENERGY STAR Qualified RefrigeratorENERGY STAR Qualified DishwasherStainless Steel Appliance(s)Plumbed For Ice Maker
Cooling 
Window Unit(s)
Electric 
220 Volts200+ Amp Service
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Dining RoomKitchenLiving RoomMaster BedroomBedroom
Fireplaces 
11
Flooring 
WoodTileHardwood
Heating 
Forced AirOilElectricFireplace(s)
Interior 
Walk-In Closet(s)Kitchen IslandMaster DownstairsOpen Floorplan
Laundry Features 
Gas Dryer HookupWasher Hookup
Main Level Bedrooms 
2
Bathroom 1 
Level - Main
Bathroom 2 
Level - Second
Bathroom 3 
Level - Second
Bedroom 2 
Level - Main
Bedroom 3 
Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Level - Second
Bedroom 5 
Level - Second
Dining Room 
Level - Main
Family Room 
Level - Main
Kitchen 
Level - Main
Living Room 
Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Level - Main
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Frame
Exterior 
Garden
Fencing 
Stone
Frontage 
Bay/Harbor
Lot Features 
Corner Lot
Patio And Porch 
Deck
Roof 
Shingle
Waterfront Features 
Ocean FrontBeach AccessCreekWaterfront Access
Windows/Doors 
French Doors
Community Features
Community Features 
ParkStable(s)Golf
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
Ees
Middle School
Mersd
High School
Mersd
Listing courtesy of Julia Virden of J. Barrett & Company



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