Enjoy the charm of seaside town life in this 2/3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch-style home, featuring a freshly painted interior and nestled on a spacious, flat lot with a big, level yard ideal for outdoor enjoyment. The sun-drenched living room with a cozy fireplace flows seamlessly into an open floor plan kitchen and dining area, with sliders leading to the back deck for effortless indoor-outdoor living. Conveniently located across from the elementary school, in the heart of Essex, a historic shipbuilding town approximately 25 miles from Boston, this property offers unparalleled access to top-rated public schools, charming restaurants, cafés, boutiques, a bakery, and even a local brewery—all just steps away. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the easy access to boating, water sports, and stunning coastal scenery, making this a rare opportunity in an ideal location.
Sold for $650,000
$650,000
56 Western Ave, Essex, MA 01929
3beds
1,149sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
0.36 Acres Lot
$652,600 Zestimate®
$566/sqft
$3,489 Estimated rent
Home value
$652,600
$594,000 - $718,000
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Cozy fireplaceSpacious flat lotBig level yardOpen floor planFreshly painted interior
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Listed by:
Michelle Mineo 978-471-9178,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly 978-927-1111
Bought with:
Ann Long
Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73386301
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Dining Area, Balcony - Exterior
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Oven, Microwave
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,149
- Total interior livable area: 1,149 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,149
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved Drive
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck
- Waterfront features: Lake/Pond, Ocean, River, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 1887359
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Oven
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Park, 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: $566/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $538,000
- Annual tax amount: $9,545
- Date on market: 12/8/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2025 | Sold | $650,000+4%$566/sqft |
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| 7/10/2025 | Contingent | $624,900$544/sqft |
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| 6/18/2025 | Price change | $624,900-3.8%$544/sqft |
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| 6/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,900+9.2%$566/sqft |
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| 10/4/2023 | Sold | $595,000$518/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73157017 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $595,000+10.4%$518/sqft |
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| 3/21/2023 | Contingent | $539,000$469/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73086850 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2023 | Listed for sale | $539,000$469/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,989 +6.2% | $538,000 +8.9% |
| 2024 | $6,580 -3.6% | $494,000 +0.4% |
| 2023 | $6,828 | $491,900 |
| 2022 | $6,828 +8.3% | $491,900 +23.3% |
| 2021 | $6,303 +1.9% | $398,900 +5% |
| 2020 | $6,187 +10.9% | $379,800 +4.7% |
| 2019 | $5,578 +12.6% | $362,900 +14.9% |
| 2018 | $4,952 +3.1% | $315,800 +0.7% |
| 2017 | $4,804 +9.9% | $313,600 +13.1% |
| 2016 | $4,371 | $277,200 |
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Neighborhood: 01929
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Essex Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10Manchester Essex Regional Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.5 mi
- 9/10Manchester Essex Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Essex Elem
- Middle: Man. Essex Reg
- High: Man. Essex Reg.
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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- Essex County
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