$695,000

162 Main St Essex, MA 01929

Estimated payment $4,369/month

Total Views 5,573
1 Bed
2 Baths
1,114 Sq Ft
$624 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Scenic Views
  • Manchester Essex Regional High School Rated A
  • Community Stables
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

This newly renovated, light filled property offers a rare Main St opportunity for either existing commercial use or residential conversion. Currently operating as a coffee shop and bakery, this charming cedar shingle style building offers cathedral ceilings and a serene rear patio overlooking the Great Marsh- an ideal backdrop for an office, storefront, private residence, or live/work creative workspace. Recent upgrades include improved electrical and plumbing systems, ADA compliance, mini-split systems, and new windows providing solid infrastructure for transforming the space. Large windows, abundant natural light, and flexible open areas allow for a wide range of layout possibilities. Located in the heart of the Village of Essex and walking distance to shops, dining, outdoor recreation, marinas, and so much more. Take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind business location or home in an exceptional location.

Listing Agent

Monahan Barker Team

LandVest, Inc., Ipswich Listed on: 11/21/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Dave Killen

LandVest, Inc.

Co-Listing Agent

Hannah Barker

LandVest, Inc., Ipswich

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,605

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property fronts a marsh
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RS2

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Shingle Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,114 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring
  • Scenic Vista Views
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 2 Bathrooms

Parking

  • 3 Car Parking Spaces
  • Stone Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Bulkhead
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Storage

Location

  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Essex Elementary School
  • Manchester Essex Middle School
  • Manchester Essex High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • 2 Cooling Zones
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:136 L:16,1887489

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Shops

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Community Stables
  • Jogging Path

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,605

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Shingle
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Bulkhead, Unfinished
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1114
  • Living Area: 1114
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: C03800

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Storage, Garden
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: River
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Stone/Gravel
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Electric Baseboard, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • COOLING ZONES: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Marina, Private School, Public School
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:136 L:16,1887489
  • Zoning: RS2
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6098
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8605

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • Waterview: Marsh

MLS Schools

  • High School: Manchester Essex
  • Elementary School: Essex
  • Middle Or Junior School: Manchester Essex

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Source: Public Records

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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 $8,605 $662,400 $513,000 $149,400
2024 $6,707 $503,500 $352,700 $150,800
2023 $5,986 $431,300 $282,200 $149,100
2022 $5,622 $358,100 $230,900 $127,200
2021 $5,189 $328,400 $210,300 $118,100
2020 $4,991 $306,400 $198,800 $107,600
2019 $4,502 $292,900 $198,800 $94,100
2018 $4,390 $280,000 $198,800 $81,200
2017 $4,262 $278,200 $198,800 $79,400
2016 $3,879 $246,000 $180,400 $65,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/21/2025 11/21/25 For Sale $695,000 +32.4% $624 / Sq Ft
08/02/2022 08/02/22 Sold $525,000 0.0% $471 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/24/2022 06/24/22 Pending -- -- --
06/24/2022 06/24/22 For Sale $525,000 -- $471 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed $525,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $525,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $525,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $525,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
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Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Deed $247,000 --
Deed $247,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $950,000 New Conventional
Closed $950,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $400,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $24,700 Commercial
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73457077

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: METH M:00714 B:00029 L:00006C