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$849,000

31 Forest Ave, Essex MA 01929
Essex, MA 01929
Listed by David Cutler
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living area
2,102 sqft
Year built
1970

About this home

Experience the perfect blend of coastal convenience and serene privacy in this exceptional Essex property. Set back on a sprawling, nature-framed lot opposite a beautiful equestrian farm, this location offers a rare sense of secluded country living without sacrificing town conveniences. A sidewalk-lined, 10 minute walk delivers you straight into the heart of downtown Essex shops and restaurants w/ Woodman's only 0.4 miles away! Thoughtfully maintained with major recent improvements including new heating and hot water systems, new central AC, a fully finished lower level, custom skylight covers, and several newer appliances. Inside, relax by the cozy fireplace; outside, host gatherings on the spacious deck or wind down in your expansive yard, the ultimate private setting for late-night fires under the stars. Convenient North Shore location only 5 miles to Singing Beach and 7 miles to Crane Beach. Served by the highly regarded Manchester Essex Regional school system!

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS #
73539811
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
65
On market date
June 22, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
6
Lot size
0.72 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Essex Elementary
1.22 mi away · Grades 0-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
219
Student:teacher ratio
10.0:1
District
Manchester Essex Regional
Middle
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School
2.86 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
283
Student:teacher ratio
10.5:1
District
Manchester Essex Regional
High
Manchester Essex Regional High School
2.86 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
450
Student:teacher ratio
10.5:1
District
Manchester Essex Regional

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$169,800 down
$679,200 loan
Principal & interest$4,405
Property tax (est.)$708
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by MLS Property Information Network via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated June 26, 2026.

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