Why rent when you can own! Located in the charming coastal town of Essex and set back from the road, this two-bedroom condo is ready for its next owner. Whether you are looking for a vacation home, enjoy swimming, fishing, or boating at nearby Chebacco Lake, or wish to enroll your children in the top-rated Manchester-Essex School District, this is your opportunity to make Essex your home. This condo offers maintenance-free living with a low monthly condo fee, parking for two vehicles, and easy access to major commuter routes. Enjoy all that Cape Ann has to offer including some of the best beaches in Massachusetts, art galleries, antique shops, state parks, trails, shopping and restaurants.
Designed for summer days, sunset nights, & everything in between. Set at the end of a quiet stretch of Lufkin Point, this year-round waterfront residence offers approx. 1,744SF w/ 2+ beds, 1.5 baths, & 3 off-street parking spaces, all positioned to embrace the rhythm of the water. Originally conceived as an award-winning design by internationally recognized architect Brian Healy, the home reflects a disciplined approach to modern coastal living. Oversized windows frame water views & fill the interiors w/ natural light. Positioned high above the Essex River w/ ~100 ft of frontage & a private tidal dock, the setting feels both expansive & serene. The main level features open kitchen, dining, & living space plus a first-floor bedroom. Upstairs offers a second living area with wood-burning fireplace & a primary suite overlooking the water. Skylights & a lofted third-floor space provide flexibility for office or studio. Patio and landscaped grounds complete this refined waterfront offering.
Immersed in the vast expanse of the Great Marsh, sited on 2+ acres on the shores of Abels Island, this remarkable coastal estuary creates a landscape where the rhythm of the tides, local wildlife, and light serve as your daily backdrop. Classic shingle-style with contemporary design and forward-thinking systems. Geothermal heating, radiant heat, and whole-house generator. Vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, and fireplace. Fine finishes reflect artistry and grace. Kitchen with premium details and an open layout keeps you connected. Mahogany decks and screened porch provide a front-row seat to the ever-changing marsh activity. Tiled mudroom serves as a high-functioning workspace. Primary suite with a spa-like bath and steam shower. Office and a sunny library nook with access to an outdoor deck. Suite with elevated marsh views comprising a bedroom, office, sitting room, and full bath. This is a retreat that celebrates ecological beauty and the timeless allure of the North Shore coast.
Rare opportunity to purchase a bungalow set into the hillside at water's edge of Lake Chebacco, 250 acres of fresh water and wildlife, a treasure of the North Shore. Stone steps from large carport bring you to lakeside to the main level open floor plan, glassed in mudroom leads to lakeside deck as well as kitchen, comfortable dining area with picture windows and large fireplaced living room. The hardwood floors lead through French doors to an amazing sunroom with 3 sides of glass and exceptional views and sunsets, and then back to 2 good sized bedrooms flanking a full bath. A third bedroom has a half bath. All bedrooms have closets. Lower-level bonus rooms can be accessed by interior stairs leading to a spacious hideaway with wood stove insert, closet storage and bath with shower as well as another sunroom/studio right at water's edge. Sunroom room door leads to lawn area and ramp to private float and dock.
Investor Opportunity – Full Rehab Project. 139 Eastern Ave is a property in need of a complete renovation, offering a blank canvas for your vision and creativity. Conveniently located with easy access to Rt 95 and close proximity to downtown Essex, this property presents strong potential for those ready to take on a full rehab. Ideal for contractors, developers, or experienced buyers seeking their next project. Property is being sold as-is, as seen.
“Rivers Edge” a 4.6± acre waterfront estate offers 400' of frontage along the Essex River with sweeping panoramic views of the river, marsh, Crane Beach, Choate Island, and beyond. Abutting conservation land, the Cox Reservation, and across the river to the 165-acre Cogswell’s Grant, the setting provides privacy and permanently preserved natural beauty. The property offers a custom-designed 2002 Contemporary-style main residence with views from nearly every room, a separate three-bedroom guest house with elevated views of the marsh, and a substantial two-story barn/garage with scale and versatility for vehicles, boats, animals or workshop use. Walls of glass, vaulted wood-paneled ceilings, stone and natural materials create an interior that feels deeply connected to the outdoors. Notably, the residences are sited outside the flood zone—an uncommon distinction along the coast. Surrounded by nature, this bucolic property feels remote but is just minutes from the quaint village of Essex.
New one bedroom condominium unit in Beautiful Downtown Essex. All new systems including open concept first level with hardwood oak floors, McCormick Kitchen with white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, center island for eating, New appliances including induction cooktop with oven under. Dishwasher and SS Fridge. A very functional half bath is located on this level which opens to the living area with plenty of light, Upstairs there is the main bedroom with a full bath and stack laundry, and up another flight of stairs brings you to a bonus room with vaulted ceilings, double closets and windows looking out toward the Essex River. Come take a look, this could be the perfect get -a -way. or a place to call home. Basement unfinished great for storage of your things One car parking One of 4 units in this new building.
Brand New Construction, one of 4 units Beautiful 1 bedroom 1.5 bath unit with a heated garage! All the bells and whistles, A McCormick Custom Kitchen, ready for all your culinary needs, fully applianced with DW, Fridge, and Black Walnut Butcher Block Island with induction cooktop.and electric oven. A bank of windows overlooking the tidal marsh, looking at beautiful birds and wildlife. Perfect spot to kick back and relax. Upstairs is the primary suite complete with beautiful full bath with generous step in shower. Come take a look there is a lot to do in Essex, restaurants, boating, fishing all close by..
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.
Essex is located in Massachusetts. Essex, Massachusetts has a population of 3,674. Essex is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 41.85% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 30.06%.
The median household income in Essex, Massachusetts is $116,027. The median household income for the surrounding county is $86,684 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Essex is 43.6 years.
The average high temperature in July is 79.9 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 18.1 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 48.4 inches per year, with 43.6 inches of snow per year.
