1 Main Street, Essex, MA 01929
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1 Main Street, Essex, MA 01929
1 Main Street, Essex, MA 01929
1 Main Street, Essex, MA 01929
1 Main Street, Essex, MA 01929
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1 Main Street Essex, MA 01929

6 Beds

3 Baths

3,991 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,991 sqft

Price per Sqft $288

MLS Listing ID 73538674

Style Colonial,Georgian

Bedrooms 6

Full Baths 3

HOA Y/N false

Year Built 1835

Annual Tax Amount $15,445

Tax Year 2026

Lot Size 0.510 Acres

Acres 0.51

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

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.

Location

State MA

County Essex

Zoning RS2

Direction Corner lot at the intersection of Main Street and Western Ave.

Rooms

Family Room Flooring - Wood, High Speed Internet Hookup

Primary Bedroom Level Main, First

Main Level Bedrooms 2

Dining Room Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Wainscoting

Kitchen Skylight, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, French Doors, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances

Interior

Interior Features Bathroom - Full, Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, High Speed Internet Hookup, Live-in Help Quarters, Walk-up Attic

Heating Forced Air, Oil, Electric, Fireplace(s)

Cooling Window Unit(s)

Flooring Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Wood

Fireplaces Number 11

Fireplaces Type Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom

Appliance Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Second Dishwasher, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Plumbed For Ice Maker

Laundry Closet - Walk-in, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Exterior

Exterior Feature Deck, Garden, Stone Wall

Community Features Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School

Utilities Available for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection

Waterfront Description Beach Access,Bay,Creek,Harbor,Lake/Pond,Ocean,Walk to,1/10 to 3/10 To Beach,Beach Ownership(Public)

Roof Type Shingle

Total Parking Spaces 10

Garage No

Building

Lot Description Corner Lot

Foundation Granite

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Colonial, Georgian

Schools

Elementary Schools Ees

Middle Schools Mersd

High Schools Mersd

Others

Senior Community false

Listed by J. Barrett & Company

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