Don't just drive by; you have to come inside and out back to see what a gem this is! This is a fantastic, spacious home with a large, private lot. Perfect for entertaining, playing games, enjoying the quiet natural surroundings, and exploring the woods. Beautifully renovated 4 bedroom expanded ranch on quiet dead-end road with new kitchen (quartz and stainless), large island, 2 full bathrooms, new hardwood floors, 600sf addition, new minisplit for heat and a/c. Large flat lower yard has patio, plantings, garden area, and shed. Large flat middle yard has firepit, patio and gazebo. Upper level for exploring. Also, a Generac backup generator, lots of closet space and storage, 5 off-street parking spots. New roof, new hot water heater, new lighting throughout, new electrical and windows... Walk to town, train and Singing beach. Enjoy all that Manchester-by-the-sea has to offer!
For sale
Price cut: $20K (9/28)
$1,229,900
96 Old Essex Rd, Manchester, MA 01944
4beds
2,200sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
1.38 Acres Lot
$1,209,100 Zestimate®
$559/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Garden areaLarge private lotNew hardwood floorsNew roofNew electrical and windowsUpper level for exploringLarge flat lower yard
- 27 days
- 1,200
- 24
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Timothy Collins 617-840-0827,
Boston Metropolitan Realty 508-969-2860
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73571571
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Bedroom 4
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Cooling
- Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Finish - Cement Plaster, Internet Available - Broadband, Internet Available - Satellite
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space,Sump Pump,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,200
- Total interior livable area: 2,200 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered
- Exterior features: Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Gazebo, Garden
- Waterfront features: Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 1.38 Acres
- Features: Other
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Parcel number: M:0058 B:0000 L:0008,2018181
- Zoning: B
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Generator Connection
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection, Generator Connection
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Attic Vent Elec.
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Manchester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $559/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $842,700
- Annual tax amount: $7,428
- Date on market: 9/4/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
Estimated market value
$1,209,100
$1.15M - $1.27M
$4,756/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/28/2026 | Price change | $1,229,900-1.6%$559/sqft |
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| 9/19/2026 | Price change | $1,249,900-1.5%$568/sqft |
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| 9/13/2026 | Price change | $1,269,000-1.6%$577/sqft |
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| 9/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,290,000+72%$586/sqft |
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| 3/25/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/6/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,700+2.2%$2/sqft |
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| 8/18/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/10/2023 | Price change | $4,600-2.1%$2/sqft |
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| 7/29/2023 | Price change | $4,700-1.1%$2/sqft |
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| 7/23/2023 | Price change | $4,750-1%$2/sqft |
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| 7/21/2023 | Sold | $750,000$341/sqft |
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| 6/25/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,800$2/sqft |
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| 5/20/2023 | Contingent | $750,000$341/sqft |
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| 4/26/2023 | Listed for sale | $750,000$341/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,072 +6.8% | $772,900 +9.2% |
| 2024 | $6,620 +1.4% | $708,000 +13.1% |
| 2023 | $6,531 | $626,200 |
| 2022 | $6,531 -4.1% | $626,200 +1.1% |
| 2021 | $6,808 +0.2% | $619,500 +6.7% |
| 2020 | $6,795 +8.5% | $580,800 +4.1% |
| 2019 | $6,265 +1.8% | $557,900 |
| 2018 | $6,154 +6.7% | $557,900 +6.4% |
| 2017 | $5,765 +8.3% | $524,100 +9% |
| 2016 | $5,325 +3.5% | $481,000 +1.4% |
| 2015 | $5,144 +22.7% | $474,500 +18.2% |
| 2014 | $4,194 +4.5% | $401,300 +5.1% |
| 2013 | $4,014 +2.2% | $381,900 -1.7% |
| 2012 | $3,927 +10% | $388,400 -1.6% |
| 2011 | $3,570 +4.3% | $394,900 -6.1% |
| 2010 | $3,424 -12.9% | $420,700 -11.7% |
| 2009 | $3,931 -0.1% | $476,500 -8.8% |
| 2008 | $3,934 +3.3% | $522,400 |
| 2007 | $3,808 +10.9% | $522,400 +14.8% |
| 2006 | $3,435 +5.4% | $455,000 +8% |
| 2005 | $3,260 +13.6% | $421,200 +6.6% |
| 2004 | $2,870 -3.8% | $395,300 +11% |
| 2003 | $2,983 +6.1% | $356,000 +6.4% |
| 2002 | $2,811 +1.8% | $334,700 +38.2% |
| 1999 | $2,760 | $242,100 |
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Neighborhood: 01944
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Memorial 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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