Essex Real Estate
Essex market snapshot
Calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from MLS-sourced listing data for Essex, refreshed nightly -- updated Oct 24, 2026.
Currently for sale in Essex
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Recently sold in Essex
Last 6 months. Real comps from the MLS, not estimates.





Walkability
Blended score for Essex's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Nearby schools
Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 219
- Student:teacher ratio
- 10.0:1
- District
- Manchester Essex Regional
- Enrollment
- 379
- Student:teacher ratio
- 10.2:1
- District
- Hamilton-Wenham
- Enrollment
- 492
- Student:teacher ratio
- 10.7:1
- District
- Hamilton-Wenham
Current Weather
Live conditions in Essex, from Beverly, Beverly Municipal Airport.
ZIP codes in Essex
Essex real estate FAQ
How many homes are for sale in Essex right now?+
There are currently 30 active listings in Essex, Massachusetts, pulled directly from the MLS.
What is the median home price in Essex?+
The median list price for active listings in Essex is $782,000. Homes are spending an average of 129 days on market.
Is Essex's housing market up or down this year?+
Median closed-sale prices in Essex have held steady 0.0% year over year, based on trailing 12-month MLS sales.
What schools serve Essex?+
The closest public schools to Essex's center are Essex Elementary, Miles River Middle, Hamilton-Wenham Regional High. See the schools section above for grade levels and district details.
Is Essex walkable?+
Essex's center has a walkability score of 59 out of 100, blending EPA's National Walkability Index with nearby-amenity density.