Experience the charm of this stunning Hamilton colonial, set on 1.91 acres of lush lawn and mature landscaping. Built in 1790, this extensively renovated 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home beautifully combines historical elegance with modern comfort. The main floor features a stylish living/family room with a grand wood-burning fireplace, an elegant dining room, a cozy sitting room, and a well-equipped office with built-ins. The updated kitchen boasts a butler's pantry and a delightful breakfast nook. Relax or entertain on the screened-in porch or the patio, overlooking exquisite gardens. The second floor offers a luxurious master suite with a private sitting room/office and ensuite bath, alongside three spacious bedrooms, two additional full baths, and a walk-up attic. A flexible fifth bedroom with an ensuite bathroom and its own staircase is perfect for guests, an au pair, or a home office. Don’t miss this chance to own a piece of history with modern amenities!
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$1,500,000
505 Essex St, South Hamilton, MA 01982
5beds
4,146sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1790
1.91 Acres Lot
$1,499,800 Zestimate®
$362/sqft
$6,079 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1.38M - $1.62M
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Grand wood-burning fireplaceScreened-in porchUpdated kitchenWell-equipped office with built-insCozy sitting roomWalk-up atticDelightful breakfast nook
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Listed by:
George Needham 978-382-8178,
GLN & Company, LLC 978-382-8178,
John Bos 978-490-4090
Bought with:
John Thomson
The Thomson Companies
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73504978
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
- Area: 387.2
- Dimensions: 22 x 17.6
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 235.72
- Dimensions: 16.6 x 14.2
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 189.81
- Dimensions: 17.1 x 11.1
Bedroom 4
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Fireplace, Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Window(s) - Picture, Attic Access, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 238.52
- Dimensions: 17.8 x 13.4
Bedroom 5
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Second
- Area: 183
- Dimensions: 15 x 12.2
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: First
- Area: 33.12
- Dimensions: 7.2 x 4.6
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
- Area: 90.39
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 6.9
Dining room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 225.12
- Dimensions: 16.8 x 13.4
Family room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, French Doors, Wet Bar, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 387.2
- Dimensions: 22 x 17.6
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Country Kitchen, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 294
- Dimensions: 19.6 x 15
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Cable Hookup, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: First
- Area: 199.5
- Dimensions: 15 x 13.3
Office
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main
- Area: 221.39
- Dimensions: 16.9 x 13.1
Heating
- Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
Features
- Lighting - Overhead, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Wainscoting, Crown Molding, Breezeway, Bonus Room, Home Office, Sitting Room, Mud Room, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Picture
- Basement: Full,Crawl Space,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,146
- Total interior livable area: 4,146 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,146
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 11
- Parking features: Attached, Under, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Screened
- Exterior features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s)
- Waterfront features: Ocean, Unknown To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 1.91 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Cleared, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:60 B:1,1919452
- Zoning: R1B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1790
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public, Private
- Utilities for property: for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: South Hamilton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $362/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,227,400
- Annual tax amount: $19,209
- Date on market: 6/21/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/15/2026 | Sold | $1,500,000-9%$362/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73504978 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2026 | Contingent | $1,649,000$398/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73504978 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,649,000+34.6%$398/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73504978 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2022 | Sold | $1,225,000-12.2%$295/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72936085 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000$336/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72875310 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,656 | $894,100 |
| 2024 | $15,656 | $894,100 |
| 2023 | $15,656 | $894,100 |
| 2022 | $15,656 | $894,100 |
| 2021 | $15,656 -4.4% | $894,100 -7.3% |
| 2020 | $16,377 +4.7% | $964,500 +1.6% |
| 2019 | $15,641 +8.8% | $949,100 +7.1% |
| 2018 | $14,373 +2.6% | $886,100 +6.3% |
| 2017 | $14,006 -0.5% | $833,200 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $14,083 +5.5% | $816,400 +4.5% |
| 2015 | $13,354 -0.4% | $781,400 +1.4% |
| 2014 | $13,408 +2% | $770,600 +0.6% |
| 2013 | $13,149 +1.9% | $765,800 +2.8% |
| 2012 | $12,902 -7.2% | $744,900 -7.9% |
| 2011 | $13,900 +0.4% | $808,600 -4.8% |
| 2010 | $13,840 +4.1% | $849,600 -2.7% |
| 2009 | $13,293 +3.8% | $872,800 -8.8% |
| 2008 | $12,812 +4.3% | $956,800 -2% |
| 2007 | $12,278 +5.4% | $976,000 |
| 2006 | $11,644 +12.3% | $976,000 +17.9% |
| 2005 | $10,365 +5.4% | $827,900 +5.1% |
| 2004 | $9,835 +3.3% | $788,100 +9.5% |
| 2003 | $9,525 +1.4% | $719,400 +19% |
| 2002 | $9,392 +26.4% | $604,400 +27.8% |
| 2000 | $7,428 +27.6% | $473,100 +23.1% |
| 1997 | $5,821 | $384,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01982
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Winthrop SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.5 mi
- 8/10Miles River Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 9/10Hamilton-Wenham Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Winthrop
- Middle: Mrms
- High: Hwrhs
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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