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1 Main Street, Essex MA 01929
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$1,150,000

1 Main Street, Essex MA 01929
Essex, MA 01929
Listed by Julia Virden
Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
3
Living area
3,991 sqft
Year built
1835

About this home

A truly unique offering that combines historic grandeur, modern updates, and exciting investment potential. This is a rare opportunity to own a distinguished Georgian-era residence in the heart of downtown Essex. Built in 1835, the stately home proudly showcases elegance and true craftsmanship in period details throughout. The residence offers a captivating glimpse into American history with its preserved architectural features and timeless character. 11 fireplaces grace the home, adding warmth and charm to nearly every room. Inside, you’ll find oversized rooms, soaring ceilings, abundant storage, and large windows with gorgeous and operating Indian shutter filling spaces with natural light. Thoughtful updates include a newer roof, kitchen, heating system, electrical work, and weatherization providing modern comfort while preserving the home’s historic appeal.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS #
73538674
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
68
On market date
June 18, 2026
Stories
N/A
Garage spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.51 acres

Location

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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Essex Elementary
0.41 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
Miles River Middle
3.28 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
379
Student:teacher ratio
10.2:1
District
Hamilton-Wenham
High
Hamilton-Wenham Regional High
3.39 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
492
Student:teacher ratio
10.7:1
District
Hamilton-Wenham

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$230,000 down
$920,000 loan
Principal & interest$5,967
Property tax (est.)$958
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by MLS Property Information Network via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated June 22, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.