$825,000
SOLD OCT 16, 2025

238 Essex St Middleton, MA 01949

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,672 Sq Ft
1.23 Acres

Recently Sold

$309 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Granite Flooring
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wooded Lot
  • Masconomet Regional Middle School Rated A-
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • 3 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of October 2025

Charming Updated Historical Home in the much sought after town of Middleton!!!Step into timeless elegance with this beautifully updated historical home nestled on a picturesque lot. This spacious home blends old-world charm with modern comfort. Inside you'll find an over sized living room perfect for entertaining or relaxing, complete with one of three stunning fireplaces that bring character to the space. The home features hardwood flooring throughout, accentuating the architectural charm and flowing seamlessly from room to room.The open kitchen and eating area are ideal for family gatherings, offering plenty of space, while the formal dining room sets the stage for elegant dinners. Retreat to the expansive primary bedroom, a true sanctuary with ample space to unwind. Each room in this home tells a story. Outside you will find plenty of parking, brick patio, screen in porch, shed, side deck and a walking path with a court yard. Perfect for entertaining with privacy and priced to sell.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Barry

Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield Listed on: 09/11/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield

Last Buyer's Agent

Jessica Murphy

Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead

Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,715

Year Built

  • Built in 1733

Lot Details

  • 1.23 Acre Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R1B

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 2,672 Sq Ft Home
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Granite Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 6 Car Parking Spaces
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking

Location

  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Two cooling system units
  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Private Water Source
  • Water Heater
  • Private Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3786198

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,715

Year Built

Built in 1733

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1733
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Appliances: Water Heater
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2672
  • Living Area: 2672
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN6181
  • MAIN SO: AN6181

Exterior Features

  • Foundation Details: Granite
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Cooling: Dual, Ductless
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil, Wood Stove, Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Private

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3786198
  • Zoning: R1B
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Wooded, Cleared
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.23
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 53579
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 10715

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 11, 2025
Closed on
Oct 16, 2025
Sold by
Eastmen Llc
Bought by
Fusco Cristina A and Fusco Emilio A
Seller's Agent
John Barry
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Murphy
Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$825,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-2.94%
Views
55

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-33.12%
Original Mortgage
$627,000
Outstanding Balance
$626,433
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$169,236

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 12, 2025
Closed on
May 2, 2025
Sold by
Field Angela
Bought by
Eastmen Llc
Seller's Agent
Emmanuel Garcia
Elia Realty Group, Inc
Buyer's Agent
John Barry
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield
List Price
$600,000
Sold Price
$500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-16.67%
Views
250

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
197.02%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 6, 2016
Closed on
Dec 13, 2016
Sold by
Morrin Mary J
Bought by
Field David and Field Angela
Seller's Agent
Mary Rossi
Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly
Buyer's Agent
Jodi DiLorenzo
Century 21 North East
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$377,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,400
-5.6%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.41%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $825,000 --
Quit Claim Deed $500,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $500,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $377,500 --
Quit Claim Deed $377,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $627,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $400,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/16/2025 10/16/25 Sold $825,000 -2.9% $309 / Sq Ft
09/22/2025 09/22/25 Pending -- -- --
09/11/2025 09/11/25 For Sale $850,000 +70.0% $318 / Sq Ft
05/02/2025 05/02/25 Sold $500,000 -9.1% $187 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/01/2025 04/01/25 Pending -- -- --
03/12/2025 03/12/25 Price Changed $550,000 -8.3% $206 / Sq Ft
02/12/2025 02/12/25 For Sale $600,000 +58.9% $225 / Sq Ft
12/13/2016 12/13/16 Sold $377,500 -5.6% $141 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/04/2016 10/04/16 Pending -- -- --
09/12/2016 09/12/16 For Sale $399,900 0.0% $150 / Sq Ft
07/19/2016 07/19/16 Pending -- -- --
07/07/2016 07/07/16 Price Changed $399,900 -3.6% $150 / Sq Ft
05/06/2016 05/06/16 For Sale $415,000 -- $155 / 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 $10,715 $901,200 $349,500 $551,700
2024 $10,500 $890,600 $349,500 $541,100
2023 $9,620 $747,500 $349,500 $398,000
2022 $8,487 $640,500 $314,700 $325,800
2021 $8,119 $591,800 $280,700 $311,100
2020 $7,680 $563,900 $256,700 $307,200
2019 $7,727 $564,400 $264,700 $299,700
2018 $7,615 $545,500 $260,700 $284,800
2017 $7,057 $505,900 $230,700 $275,200
2016 $6,530 $470,100 $200,700 $269,400
2015 $6,456 $468,500 $204,700 $263,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73429483

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: MIDD-000004-000000-000004A