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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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Basic Information

  • Lot Features Corner Lot
  • Mls StatusNew
  • Parcel Number 1887687

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $1,189,100
  • Tax Year 2026
  • Taxes$15,445

School Information

  • Elementary SchoolEes
  • High SchoolManchester Essex Regional Middle
  • High School Mersd
  • Junior HighMersd

Parking

  • Open Parking YN Yes
  • Parking Features Shared Driveway, Off Street, Common, Stone/Gravel
  • Parking Spaces4

Rooms

  • Bathroom3
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 3
  • Bedrooms6
  • Full Bath3

Basic Information

  • List Price$1,150,000
  • MLS Number73538691
  • Modification Date06/18/2026
  • Property SubTypeMulti Family

Location

  • Address1 Main Street
  • Building Number1
  • CountyEssex
  • StateMA
  • StreetMain Street
  • TownEssex
  • Zip01929

Building

  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • Construction Materials Frame
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplaces Total 11
  • FoundationGranite
  • Levels 4
  • Patio And Porch Features Deck
  • Rooms12
  • Stories4
  • Units2
  • Utilities For Gas Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Year Built1835
  • Year Built Details Approximate
  • Year Built Source Owner

Property

  • Acreage0.51

Interior

  • Flooring Wood

Exterior

  • Exterior Features Garden
  • RoofShingle

Utilities

  • Electric Circuit Breakers,200+ Amp Service
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Water Source Public

Property Information

  • Building Area Source Public Records
  • Living Area 3,991
  • Lot Size Square Feet 22,389
  • Lot Size Units Acres
  • Square Feet3,991

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Bike Path
    • Conservation Area
    • Golf
    • House of Worship
    • Marina
    • Park
    • Public School
    • Stable(s)
    • Walk/Jog Trails
  • Appliances IncludedPlumbed For Ice Maker
  • Other AmenitiesBeachfront, Fireplace, Garden, Golf, Lakefront

Water Body

  • Miles to Beach0.3
  • Waterfront Features Beach Access, Bay, Creek, Harbor, Lake/Pond, Ocean, Walk to,1/10 to 3/10 To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)

Legal

  • ZoningRS2

Other

  • Date Listed06/19/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet

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Listed by Julia Virden of J. Barrett & Company

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