NOT LISTED FOR SALE

98 Martin St Essex, MA 01929

Estimated Value: $554,000 - $587,569

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,210 Sq Ft
$259/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 15, 2017

Last sale price $550,000 $249 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,524/month

75 Days on Market

About This Home

As of December 2017

FANTASTIC DEAL WITH THIS SIGNIFICANT PRICE REDUCTION! This turn of the century American Four Square Beauty will capture your heart the moment you enter. The owner has maintained, renovated and meticulously cared for this home exuding warmth and harmony. Generous sized rooms with high ceilings, hardwood floors and an abundance of natural light; are complimented by a spacious kitchen with brand new stainless steal appliances and adjoining half bath, a stunning fireplace, original wood pocket doors dividing living and dining rooms, and beautiful period millwork details throughout the house. The four square style maximizes the interior room space providing very comfortable living over three floors. In addition a large dry basement, mahogany front porch, 2 decks (one off the kitchen, one off 3rd floor) overlooking a very large landscaped backyard, and an oversized detached 2-3 car garage/barn with its own basement for additional storage space help complete this beautiful property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julia Virden

J. Barrett & Company Listed on: 08/02/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Julia Virden

J. Barrett & Company Listed on: 08/02/2017

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,088

Year Built

1907

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Paved Drive, Level
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1907

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 9
  • Amenities: Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Golf Course, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Energy: Storm Doors
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Insulation: Fiberglass
  • Interior Amenities: Walk-up Attic
  • Basement: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access
  • Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 14X15
  • Bedroom 3: Second Floor, 14X15
  • Bedroom 4: Second Floor, 10X12
  • Bathroom #1: First Floor, 3X5
  • Bathroom #2: Second Floor, 6X8
  • Bathroom #3: Third Floor, 8X7
  • Kitchen: First Floor, 13X16
  • Laundry Room: Basement
  • Living Room: First Floor, 14X15
  • Master Bedroom: Third Floor, 26X13
  • Master Bedroom Description: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling - Cathedral, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Deck - Exterior, Remodeled, Slider
  • Dining Room: First Floor, 15X11
  • No Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Oth1 Room Name: Foyer
  • Oth1 Dimen: 9X8
  • Oth1 Dscrp: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level
  • Oth2 Room Name: Den
  • Oth2 Dimen: 14X10
  • Oth2 Dscrp: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
  • Main Lo: C95243
  • Main So: C95243
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2210.00

Exterior Features

  • Frontage: 214.00
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Covered Patio/Deck, Garden Area
  • Foundation: Fieldstone
  • Beach Ownership: Public

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking: Detached, Storage, Work Area
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking: Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 6

Utilities

  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ees
  • Middle School: Merms
  • High School: Merhs

Lot Info

  • Zoning: RS2
  • Acre: 0.75
  • Lot Size: 32670.00

Multi Family

  • Foundation: 840

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 4, 2025
Sold by
Levesque Gary D
Bought by
Rodrigues David J and Breen John F
Current Estimated Value
$573,392

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$476,000
Outstanding Balance
$475,525
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$97,867

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 13, 2021
Sold by
Levesque Gary D and Mcdonough Kara M
Bought by
Levesque Gary D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$370,326
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2009
Sold by
Berk Debra L
Bought by
Rodriguez Joanna and Ocasio Eneida

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$112,000
Interest Rate
5.43%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 1989
Sold by
Hannigan Robert
Bought by
Berk Debra L
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
Rodrigues David J $595,000 --
Rodrigues David J $595,000 --
Levesque Gary D -- None Available
Levesque Gary D -- None Available
Levesque Gary D -- None Available
Rodriguez Joanna $140,000 --
Rodriguez Joanna $140,000 --
Berk Debra L $105,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rodrigues David J $476,000
Closed Rodrigues David J $476,000
Closed Rodrigues David J $89,250
Previous Owner Levesque Gary D $370,326
Previous Owner Levesque Gary D $339,845
Previous Owner Rodriguez Joanna $128,550
Previous Owner Rodriguez Joanna $112,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/15/2017 12/15/17 Sold $550,000 +0.2% $249 / Sq Ft
10/16/2017 10/16/17 Pending -- -- --
10/11/2017 10/11/17 Price Changed $549,000 -4.5% $248 / Sq Ft
09/09/2017 09/09/17 Price Changed $575,000 -4.0% $260 / Sq Ft
08/14/2017 08/14/17 Price Changed $599,000 -3.2% $271 / Sq Ft
08/02/2017 08/02/17 For Sale $619,000 -- $280 / 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 $5,088 $480,900 $204,200 $276,700
2024 $4,954 $456,200 $186,300 $269,900
2023 $4,754 $406,300 $165,600 $240,700
2022 $4,407 $337,700 $131,100 $206,600
2021 $4,148 $314,500 $124,200 $190,300
2020 $4,117 $306,300 $124,200 $182,100
2019 $3,569 $251,500 $117,300 $134,200
2018 $3,392 $237,700 $110,400 $127,300
2017 $3,312 $226,100 $110,400 $115,700
2016 $3,109 $209,900 $96,600 $113,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72207127

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: ESSE M:134 L:3