Sold for $735,000

$735,000

172 John Wise Ave, Essex, MA 01929

2beds

1,568sqft

Single Family Residence

Built in 1985

0.7 Acres Lot

$789,100 Zestimate^®

$469/sqft

$3,444 Estimated rent

Home value

$789,100

$750,000 - $829,000

$3,444/mo

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What's special

Unique well-maintained 5 room 2-bedroom 2 Bath Modern Contemporary DECK HOUSE Ranch sitting on a pretty 3/4 acre private lot. Home is set back from main road. Brand new roof just installed June 2024, newer septic, title V passed, open concept floor plan with vaulted beamed wood ceilings, track lighting and ceiling fans thru-out home, wall of exposed brick, fireplace with wood stove insert, Quartz countertops with SS appliances. Wall of glass sliders that lead to an oversized deck from living room and dining rooms,.. Bedrooms have cathedral ceilings and hardwood flooring, 3 newer heat pumps with A/C, Rinnai on demand gas hot water heater, recently installed EV charging station.. Located near ocean, fine restaurants, shopping and loads of history. A wonderful cozy retreat..

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
Main level bedrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Features: Bathroom - Full, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Exterior Access
Level: Main
Area: 378
Dimensions: 18 x 21

Bedroom 2

Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: Main
Area: 180
Dimensions: 10 x 18

Primary bathroom

Features: Yes

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full

Dining room

Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Slider
Level: Main
Area: 270
Dimensions: 15 x 18

Kitchen

Features: Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floorplan, Stainless Steel Appliances
Area: 90
Dimensions: 9 x 10

Living room

Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Slider
Level: Main
Area: 270
Dimensions: 15 x 18

Heating

Electric, Ductless

Cooling

Ductless

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry: Main Level, Walk-in Storage, Washer Hookup, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup

Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Windows: Insulated Windows
Has basement: No
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,568
Total interior livable area: 1,568 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 6
Parking features: Off Street, Stone/Gravel
Uncovered spaces: 6

Features

Patio & porch: Deck - Wood
Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Storage, Stone Wall
Has view: Yes
View description: Scenic View(s)
Waterfront features: Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)

Lot

Size: 0.7 Acres
Features: Wooded, Cleared, Level

Details

Parcel number: M:106 L:8,1886894
Zoning: res

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Contemporary,Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1985

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water: Private
Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Essex

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $469/sqft
Tax assessed value: $616,900
Annual tax amount: $8,217
Date on market: 1/8/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/30/2024	Sold	$735,000+8.9%$469/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73258524 Report a problem
7/2/2024	Contingent	$675,000$430/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73258524 Report a problem
6/28/2024	Listed for sale	$675,000+42.7%$430/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73258524 Report a problem
1/25/2019	Sold	$473,000-0.8%$302/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
12/6/2018	Pending sale	$476,888$304/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Property Shoppe, Inc. #72411235 Report a problem
11/18/2018	Price change	$476,888-4.6%$304/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Property Shoppe, Inc. #72411235 Report a problem
10/23/2018	Price change	$499,888-7.4%$319/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Property Shoppe, Inc. #72411235 Report a problem
10/16/2018	Listed for sale	$539,888+13.4%$344/sqft
Source: RE/MAX Property Shoppe, Inc. #72411235 Report a problem
11/16/2017	Sold	$476,000+16.1%$304/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
9/23/2004	Sold	$410,000$261/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$8,538 +3.9%	$657,300 +6.5%
2024	$8,217 +4.6%	$616,900 +9%
2023	$7,856	$566,000
2022	$7,856 +15%	$566,000 +31%
2021	$6,829 +10.1%	$432,200 +13.6%
2020	$6,200 +6.1%	$380,600 +0.1%
2019	$5,842 +0%	$380,100 +2%
2018	$5,841 +2.3%	$372,500
2017	$5,707 +0.4%	$372,500 +3.4%
2016	$5,682	$360,300