Welcome to 281 Essex St in Beverly, MA! This delightful 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home offers a seamless blend of classic charm and modern conveniences. Freshly painted inside and out, the home features charming details, gleaming hardwood floors, and kitchen with stainless steel appliances—perfect for cooking and entertaining.Step outside to enjoy the shaded brick patio or relax on the inviting covered porch, where you’ll find stunning views of the reserve woodland abutting the corner of the fenced backyard. Mature maple trees on the property provide welcome shade in summer and vibrant color in the fall. Keep an eye out for wild birds at your feeders! This home is located in a fantastic location with convenient access to Rt. 128. Nearby, you’ll find Montserrat Train Station, Sterling Center YMCA, and Camp Paradise. Don’t miss your chance to make this charming home your own!
Sold for $615,000
$615,000
281 Essex St, Beverly, MA 01915
3beds
1,230sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
5,536 Square Feet Lot
$531,600 Zestimate®
$500/sqft
$3,565 Estimated rent
Home value
$531,600
$484,000 - $585,000
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Shaded brick patioGleaming hardwood floorsInviting covered porchMature maple trees
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Listed by:
Team ROVI 413-213-3472,
Real Broker MA, LLC 413-273-1381,
Stephanie Scanlon
Bought with:
Anthony Sealey
Senne
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73324752
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 139.86
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 12.6
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 167.76
- Dimensions: 11.11 x 15.1
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 149.57
- Dimensions: 11.4 x 13.12
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 144.64
- Dimensions: 11.3 x 12.8
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: First
- Area: 231.68
- Dimensions: 18.1 x 12.8
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: First
- Area: 227.55
- Dimensions: 12.3 x 18.5
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Exterior Access, In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Concrete,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,230
- Total interior livable area: 1,230 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Stone/Gravel, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio
Lot
- Size: 5,536 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: M:0044 B:0042 L:,4187415
- Zoning: R15
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Beverly
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $500/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $588,900
- Annual tax amount: $6,472
- Date on market: 1/8/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/21/2025 | Sold | $615,000-2%$500/sqft |
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| 1/16/2025 | Contingent | $627,500$510/sqft |
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| 1/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $627,500+79.3%$510/sqft |
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| 5/1/2008 | Listing removed | $349,900$284/sqft |
Source: Postlets #70661973 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2008 | Listed for sale | $349,900+6.7%$284/sqft |
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| 1/30/2008 | Sold | $328,000+1.5%$267/sqft |
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| 1/15/2004 | Sold | $323,000+36.2%$263/sqft |
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| 8/6/2001 | Sold | $237,100$193/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,472 +6.6% | $588,900 +8.9% |
| 2024 | $6,071 +7.1% | $540,600 +7.4% |
| 2023 | $5,669 | $503,500 |
| 2022 | $5,669 +16.8% | $503,500 +31.8% |
| 2021 | $4,853 +1% | $382,100 +2% |
| 2020 | $4,807 -2.7% | $374,700 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $4,941 +3.1% | $374,000 +6.2% |
| 2018 | $4,791 +3.4% | $352,300 +8.6% |
| 2017 | $4,634 +9.9% | $324,500 +10.8% |
| 2016 | $4,216 +2% | $293,000 |
| 2015 | $4,134 +3.5% | $293,000 +3.8% |
| 2014 | $3,996 +3.8% | $282,200 |
| 2013 | $3,849 +1.2% | $282,200 -3.8% |
| 2012 | $3,804 +6.6% | $293,300 +1.9% |
| 2011 | $3,570 +0.2% | $287,700 -6.1% |
| 2010 | $3,562 +3.9% | $306,300 -2.9% |
| 2009 | $3,427 +8.6% | $315,600 +4% |
| 2008 | $3,157 +1.5% | $303,600 -1% |
| 2007 | $3,111 +2.6% | $306,800 |
| 2006 | $3,031 +4.8% | $306,800 +6.6% |
| 2005 | $2,891 +0.9% | $287,900 +9.8% |
| 2004 | $2,864 +4% | $262,300 +10.6% |
| 2003 | $2,753 +11.3% | $237,100 +38.9% |
| 2001 | $2,473 +16.8% | $170,700 +16.8% |
| 2000 | $2,118 +13.2% | $146,200 +21.3% |
| 1995 | $1,871 | $120,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01915
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Hannah Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Briscoe Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 6/10Beverly High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hannah
- Middle: Beverly Middle
- High: Beverly High
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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