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Sold for $1,650,000
  • $1,650,000

    89 Choate St, Essex, MA 01929

    5beds
    4,168sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1686
    1.88 Acres Lot
    $1,649,700 Zestimate®
    $396/sqft
    $6,697 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,649,700

    $1.53M - $1.78M

    $6,697/mo

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    What's special

    Solar panelsScreened porchSpectacular lovingly crafted gardensOversized deck overlooking pondExposed beamsWide pine floors
    Magical first-period farmhouse (circa 1686) on coveted Choate Street, surrounded by horse farms & rolling hills. A rare blend of history & modern living, home combines warmth of 17th-century farmhouse w/ light & flow of a spacious addition—its interiors stunningly designed by a local interior designer. It features wide pine floors, exposed beams, high ceilings (rare for its era), AC, solar panels, & 5 fireplaces (w/1 in kitchen and main BR). 5 bedrooms & 4 baths, highlights include: a chef’s kitchen w/ soapstone counters & 6-burner stove & post & beam great room w/ French doors to the deck. Outdoor living shines w/ oversized deck overlooking pond, screened porch, spectacular lovingly crafted gardens & 8-person hot tub. Bonus: 3-story 4,000 sq. ft. barn, from Boundary Farm’s working days, now ideal for a wood shop, studio, or business.***1st floor provides ample choices for great 1st floor BR for single-level living!! Minutes to Crane Beach, train, downtown & Manchester-by-the-Sea

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jeremy McElwain 617-413-6519,

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Manchester 978-526-7572

    Bought with:

    Colleen Gallagher

    Today Real Estate, Inc.

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73490290

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Yes
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Oil
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Features
    • Basement: Partial
    • Number of fireplaces: 5
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 4,168
    • Total interior livable area: 4,168 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 4,168

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 18
    • Parking features: Detached
    • Garage spaces: 3
    • Uncovered spaces: 15
    Features
    • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Scenic View(s)
    • Waterfront features: Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach
    Lot
    • Size: 1.88 Acres
    • Features: Cleared, Farm, Gentle Sloping, Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: M:116 L:12,1886621
    • Zoning: 9999

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial,Antique
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Foundation: Stone
    Condition
    • Year built: 1686

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Private Sewer
    • Water: Private

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Essex

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $396/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,423,800
    • Annual tax amount: $18,495
    • Date on market: 4/25/2026
    • Exclusions: Lights In Dining Room

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/16/2026Sold$1,650,000$396/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73490290 Report a problem
    5/5/2026Contingent$1,650,000$396/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73490290 Report a problem
    3/23/2026Listed for sale$1,650,000-2.9%$396/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73490290 Report a problem
    11/24/2025Listing removed$1,700,000$408/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73420035 Report a problem
    10/27/2025Price change$1,700,000-4.2%$408/sqft
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    9/23/2025Price change$1,775,000-1.4%$426/sqft
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    8/20/2025Listed for sale$1,800,000+62.2%$432/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73420035 Report a problem
    6/29/2017Sold$1,110,000+48%$266/sqft
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    3/12/2012Sold$750,000+1.5%$180/sqft
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    1/12/2005Sold$739,000+165.8%$177/sqft
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    6/17/1998Sold$278,000+85.3%$67/sqft
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    4/14/1998Sold$150,000-69.8%$36/sqft
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    10/1/1997Sold$496,500+77.3%$119/sqft
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    10/22/1996Sold$280,000$67/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$18,495 +3%$1,423,800 +5.6%
    2024$17,962 +8.6%$1,348,500 +13.1%
    2023$16,542 $1,191,800
    2022$16,542 +1.8%$1,191,800 +15.9%
    2021$16,244 +2.1%$1,028,100 +5.3%
    2020$15,904 +1.1%$976,300 -4.6%
    2019$15,733 +22.6%$1,023,600 +25.1%
    2018$12,834 +4.5%$818,500 +2.1%
    2017$12,282 -4.5%$801,700 -1.7%
    2016$12,865 $815,800
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    Neighborhood: 01929

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