NOT LISTED FOR SALE

15 Highland Ave Manchester, MA 01944

Estimated Value: $4,075,038 - $5,709,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
6,112 Sq Ft
$807/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 30, 2019

Last sale price $3,243,500 $531 Per Sq Ft

Est. 52% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $29,279/month

539 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Cabana
  • Wood Flooring
  • Manchester Essex Regional High School Rated A
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Wine Refrigerator

About This Home

As of May 2019

“Owl's Nest" Expansive Ocean Views.! Built in 1890, this grand stucco/shingle residence has commanding ocean views to the outer islands and beyond to Marblehead. Sited prominently at the top of Highland Avenue, the property is set on 4.7 acres of exquisite manicured grounds, rolling open lawn, and lush woodlands. The grounds are enhanced with terraced stone patios and walls, an opulent, heated in-ground pool and spa, streaming fountains, and pergola with fluted columns. Magnificently renovated but retaining many spectacular original details this home has beautiful spacious rooms, very high ceilings, extensive windows, and brilliant light. The elegantly appointed interior is graced with beamed ceilings, fluted columns, dental crown moldings, wainscoting, and finely carved, mantelpieces over each of the six fireplaces. The Chef's kitchen is improved with granite and quality appliances and there is first floor guest suite. Visit “Owl's Nest” today and enjoy this impressive property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Philio Cushing

Churchill Properties Listed on: 08/21/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Daniel Cutler

Bay Colony Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $36,358

Year Built

  • Built in 1890

Lot Details

  • Year Round Access
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Harbor

Interior Spaces

  • Wet Bar
  • Central Vacuum
  • Decorative Lighting
  • French Doors
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Whole House Vacuum System

Pool

  • Cabana
  • Heated Pool
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Private Sewer
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Security Service

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$36,358

Year Built

Built in 1890

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Other Agent: 2.00
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 571.83
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1890

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 6
  • Flooring: Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Central Vacuum, Security System, Cable Available, Wetbar, French Doors
  • Appliances: Wall Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Countertop Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator - Wine Storage, Vacuum System, Vent Hood
  • No Bedrooms: 5
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 18X19, Bathroom - Full, Fireplace, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Balcony - Exterior, Recessed Lighting, Slider
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 16X16, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 16X20, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom 4: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 12X17, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Bedroom 5: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 12X17, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Remodeled
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 4X6, Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 10X16, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Bathroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 9X8, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
  • No Rooms: 12
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 20X22, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, French Doors, Main Level, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 28X20, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
  • Kitchen: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 19X28, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, French Doors, Main Level, Kitchen Island, Wet bar, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laundry: On Level: Second Floor, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Living Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 29X20, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Main Level, Chair Rail, Recessed Lighting
  • Basement: Y
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out, Concrete Floor
  • Other Room 1: Name: Other, On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 10X10, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Main Level, Recessed Lighting
  • Other Room 2: Name: Office, On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 10X13, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Other Room 3: Name: Library, On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 15X16, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Recessed Lighting
  • Other Room 4: Name: Foyer, On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 11X22, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Main Lo: AN4851
  • Main So: AN3615
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 6112.00

Exterior Features

  • Beach Ownership: Public
  • Beachfront Flag: Yes
  • Beach Miles To: 1/2 to 1 Mile
  • Waterview Features: Harbor, Ocean, Public, Walk to
  • Waterview Flag: Yes
  • Construction: Stone/Concrete
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Exterior: Shingles, Stone, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Covered Patio/Deck, Pool - Inground Heated, Cabana, Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden Area, Outdoor Shower
  • Foundation: Fieldstone, Granite
  • Foundation Size: irregular

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 10
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Side Entry
  • Garage Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Hot Water Radiators, Radiant, Oil
  • Heat Zones: 12

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Schools

  • Elementary School: Memorial
  • Middle School: MERMS
  • High School: MERHS

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 3516500.00
  • Acre: 4.72
  • Lot Size: 205603.00
  • Page: 73
  • Zoning: C
  • Lot Description: Paved Drive, Easements, Level, Scenic View(s)

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Windows, Storm Doors

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 39490295.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2016771

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 21, 2024
Sold by
Esser Victoria and Provan Solomon R
Bought by
Provan-Esser Nt and Esser
Current Estimated Value
$4,931,510

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 21, 2017
Closed on
May 29, 2019
Sold by
Harrington George and Harrington Mary
Bought by
Esser Victoria and Provan Solomon R
Seller's Agent
Philio Cushing
Churchill Properties
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Cutler
Bay Colony Realty
List Price
$3,899,000
Sold Price
$3,243,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$655,500
-16.81%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.81%
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 2, 2012
Closed on
Jun 14, 2013
Sold by
15 Highland Avenue Rt
Bought by
Harrington George and Harrington Mary
Seller's Agent
Lynda Surdam
Coldwell Banker Realty - Manchester
Buyer's Agent
Philio Cushing
Churchill Properties
List Price
$3,475,000
Sold Price
$3,238,555
Premium/Discount to List
-$236,445
-6.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.03%
Original Mortgage
$2,428,912
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2000
Sold by
Perkins Florence C
Bought by
15 Highland Ave Rt and Moulton Reynolds E
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Provan-Esser Nt -- None Available
Provan-Esser Nt -- None Available
Esser Victoria $3,243,500 --
Harrington George $3,238,550 --
15 Highland Ave Rt $2,300,000 --
15 Highland Ave Rt $2,300,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Esser Victoria $1,500,000
Previous Owner Harrington George $2,428,912
Previous Owner 15 Highland Ave Rt $750,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/30/2019 05/30/19 Sold $3,243,500 -7.2% $531 / Sq Ft
02/11/2019 02/11/19 Pending -- -- --
05/17/2018 05/17/18 Price Changed $3,495,000 -5.5% $572 / Sq Ft
01/01/2018 01/01/18 Price Changed $3,700,000 -5.1% $605 / Sq Ft
08/21/2017 08/21/17 For Sale $3,899,000 +20.4% $638 / Sq Ft
06/14/2013 06/14/13 Sold $3,238,555 -6.8% $535 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/09/2013 05/09/13 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2012 10/02/12 For Sale $3,475,000 -- $574 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $36,358 $3,973,500 $1,515,500 $2,458,000
2024 $34,910 $3,733,700 $1,508,100 $2,225,600
2023 $34,434 $3,301,400 $1,354,600 $1,946,800
2022 $33,523 $3,162,500 $1,318,600 $1,843,900
2021 $34,191 $3,111,100 $1,318,600 $1,792,500
2020 $40,002 $3,419,000 $1,318,600 $2,100,400
2019 $39,490 $3,516,500 $1,264,600 $2,251,900
2018 $38,787 $3,516,500 $1,264,600 $2,251,900
2017 $37,692 $3,426,500 $1,174,600 $2,251,900
2016 $35,722 $3,226,900 $1,174,600 $2,052,300
2015 $34,011 $3,137,500 $1,084,600 $2,052,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72216702

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: MANC-000026-000000-000019