Charming antique home in the heart of Essex, offering 1,246 sq ft of living space and full of period character. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath property features wide pine floors, decorative fireplaces, and timeless architectural details throughout. The first floor includes a spacious living room, dining room with a wood/coal/pellet stove (not recently used), kitchen, and a flexible bedroom or office/library with built-in bookshelves, along with a full bath with shower stall. Upstairs, you’ll find three additional bedrooms, including a main bedroom with double closets, and a bath featuring a classic clawfoot tub. One bedroom offers a vaulted ceiling and ceiling fan. Set on a 10,890 sq ft lot, the property provides a generous backyard space extending behind the home, along with a storage shed. Conveniently located near town, shops, and all that Essex has to offer.This home is being sold as-is, as seen—an excellent opportunity to move right in and/or make it your own. Shown by appointment.
Sold for $580,000
$580,000
39 Eastern Ave, Essex, MA 01929
4beds
1,246sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1785
0.25 Acres Lot
$580,200 Zestimate®
$465/sqft
$3,765 Estimated rent
Home value
$580,200
$528,000 - $632,000
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Full of period characterTimeless architectural details throughoutStorage shedDecorative fireplacesWide pine floors
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Listed by:
Kristin Kelly 978-973-6280,
J. Barrett & Company 978-468-0046
Bought with:
Non Member
Non Member Office
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73492365
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 16 x 6
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 32
- Dimensions: 8 x 4
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - With Tub, Skylight, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 42
- Dimensions: 7 x 6
Dining room
- Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 162
- Dimensions: 18 x 9
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 126
- Dimensions: 18 x 7
Living room
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 294
- Dimensions: 21 x 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Pine
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,246
- Total interior livable area: 1,246 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,246
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Off Street, Unpaved
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Sloped, Other
Details
- Parcel number: 1887548
- Zoning: RS2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other (See Remarks)
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1785
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Essex
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $465/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $612,100
- Annual tax amount: $7,539
- Date on market: 4/10/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Sold | $580,000-6.3%$465/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73492365 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2026 | Contingent | $619,000$497/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73492365 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $619,000$497/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73492365 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,539 +2% | $580,400 +4.6% |
| 2024 | $7,390 +3.7% | $554,800 +8% |
| 2023 | $7,129 | $513,600 |
| 2022 | $7,129 +10.2% | $513,600 +25.5% |
| 2021 | $6,467 +1.1% | $409,300 +4.2% |
| 2020 | $6,399 +2.4% | $392,800 -3.4% |
| 2019 | $6,248 +0.8% | $406,500 +2.8% |
| 2018 | $6,198 +2.3% | $395,300 |
| 2017 | $6,056 +3.4% | $395,300 +6.4% |
| 2016 | $5,857 | $371,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01929
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Essex Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10Manchester Essex Regional Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 9/10Manchester Essex Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Essex Elementary
- Middle: Manchester Essex Middle School
- High: Manchester Essex High School
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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