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168 John Wise Ave, Essex MA 01929

Essex, MA 01929
$950,000
Est. $5,056/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,997
Sq Ft
$317
Price/Sq Ft
0.95
Acres
1999
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
63
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 29, 2025 • MLS# 73130364

About this home

168 John Wise Ave is a beautifully maintained, oversized cape with lush gardens and coastal New England charm. Whether coming in from a beautiful day "Down River", spending time in the garden, or enjoying the fireplace on a cold day, this home exudes warmth, and sanctuary. Complete with a spacious kitchen, stone fireplace, generous patio and deck, and a bright, light filled sun room, this home is an entertainer's dream. Spacious bedrooms up stairs, and a first floor primary with separate bath complete the offer. Opportunity to create finished space in the basement. Take advantage of the many nearby Trustee's Properties and Greenbelt Trails. Less than 10 minute drive to Crane’s Beach, 5 minutes to Woodman’s, and less than a minute to Down River Ice Cream. Move in and enjoy all Essex summer has to offer!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,079,000
Final Sale Price: $950,000
Difference: $129,000 (-12.0%)
Performance Metrics
88.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
63
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $360
Sale $/sq ft: $317
This property sold for $317 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 12.0% below the original asking price.

The property spent 63 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1999
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,997 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Water Treatment
Interior Features
Sun Room, Central Vacuum
Laundry Features
Gas Dryer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Unfinished

Exterior & Structure

Architectural Style
Cape
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features
Deck, Patio
Patio/Porch Features
Deck, Patio
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Features
Ocean, River, Beach Ownership(Public)
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.95 acres
Lot Size
41,382 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.9500
Lot Features
Easements, Level
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
4
Parking Features
Attached, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer
Water Source
Private
Sewer
Private Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers

Community & HOA

Community Features
Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$12,023
Tax Year
2023
Tax Assessed Value
$866,200
Parcel Number
M:106 L:6,4026990
Zoning
none

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Shared Driveway with 170 John Wise Ave. Contingent on seller finding suitable housing. Seller is under contract to purchase home. Closing needs to happen prior to September 13th. Check town for zoning
Exclusions
Laundry Units In The Basement. Small Work Bench Detached. Fire Place Tools. Check Exclusion List.

Location

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Neighborhood

168 John Wise Ave, Essex MA 01929

Essex, MA 01929

Walkability

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Schools

High School
Merhs
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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,002
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

5%
Price Range
64
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Oct 3, 2023
$950,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 64
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Listed for Sale
Jun 28, 2023
$999,500
Original listing
Agent: Jonathan McCarron Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 28, 2023 New Listing Added $999,500 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
63 days
Price per Sq Ft
$317

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $12,023 $866,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$12,023
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$866,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Jonathan McCarron
Listing Office William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Agent MLS ID CN212280
Office MLS ID M95385

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