31 Forest Avenue, Essex MA 01929

Essex, MA 01929
$505,556
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,054
Sq Ft
$246
Price/Sq Ft
0.72
Acres
1970
Year Built
6
Parking
8
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 26, 2018 • MLS# 72334079 Copied! • Updated Aug 22, 2018

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $450,000
Final Sale Price: $505,556
Difference: +$55,556 (+12.3%)
Performance Metrics
112.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
8
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $219
Sale $/sq ft: $246
This property sold for $246 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 12.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 8 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

About this home

Escape to this delightfully elevated multi-level 3 bedroom home with renovated Kitchen, Baths, and fireplaced Living Room! Huge deck and private yard. Lower level with Family Room, Laundry, and Bonus Rooms. This is an excellent opportunity to get into the Essex market at an attractive price! Open House and Showings: Thursday 5/31 9am - 11am, Friday 6/1 5pm -7pm, Saturday 6/2 9am - 11am and Sunday June 3 from 11am - 1pm. Seller would like to close after 8/1/2018.

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Property History

Market Insights

11%
Price Range
9
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Aug 22, 2018
$505,556
Property sold
Days on Market: 9
🏠
Listed for Sale
May 26, 2018
$450,000
Original listing
Agent: Kristal Pooler Office: J. Barrett & Company

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $5,996 $382,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,996
Tax Year 2018
Assessed Value
$382,400

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1970
Living Area 2,054 sq ft
Lot Size 0.72 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Walk-out Access
Laundry In Basement
Features Bonus Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Contemporary, Ranch
Roof Shingle
Features Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck
Features Paved Drive, Driveway
Total Spaces 6
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $5,996
Assessed Value $382,400
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Buyer To Assume Sewer Betterment Of Approx. $7, 900 With 9 Years Left To Pay. .any/all Offers To Be Reviewed Sunday June 3rd, 2018, After 5 P.m. Seller Retains Right To Accept Any Offer At Any Time.
Exclusions Basement Freezer. Lamps Over Dining Room Table, Invisible Dog Fence Apparatus,
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color Green
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 9 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1970
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,054 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior Features: Bonus Room
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Contemporary, Ranch
Year Built: 1970
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Garden
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Cleared, Sloped
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Driveway

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
School District
Manchester Essex Regional School District local
A
School Safety 2024-25
0.0% Very Low (Safest)
5.5% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
B+
Essex Elementary School
1.4 mi | #262 of 824 | Score: 52.0
Dropped 121 spots from last year
-6.2 below state avg
215 students Less Diverse
Grades K-05
C-
West Parish School
2.8 mi | #683 of 824 | Score: 36.5
Dropped 245 spots from last year
-21.7 below state avg
382 students Less Diverse
Grades K-05
A
Manchester Memorial Elementary School
2.9 mi | #156 of 824 | Score: 56.9
Dropped 39 spots from last year
-1.3 below state avg
304 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School
2.7 mi | #56 of 352 | Score: 55.7
Improved 44 spots from last year
-2.5 below state avg
279 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 06-08
Landmark School - Elementary Middle School
3.8 mi
Grades K-09
A
Miles River Middle School
4.2 mi | #63 of 352 | Score: 54.5
Dropped 37 spots from last year
-3.7 below state avg
391 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
A+
Manchester Essex Regional High School
2.7 mi | #23 of 346 | Score: 73.0
Improved 10 spots from last year
+14.8 above state avg
392 students Less Diverse
19 sports • 932 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
A+
Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School
4.2 mi | #34 of 346 | Score: 69.9
Dropped 4 spots from last year
+11.7 above state avg
448 students Less Diverse
19 sports • 1,310 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
C+
Gloucester High School
4.6 mi | #212 of 346 | Score: 50.4
Improved 27 spots from last year
-7.8 below state avg
776 students Moderate
17 sports • 1,070 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

31 Forest Avenue, Essex MA 01929

Essex, MA 01929

Listing Information

Listing Agent Kristal Pooler
Listing Office J. Barrett & Company
Office Phone 978-526-8555
Agent MLS ID CN213979
Office MLS ID C95245
Listing Data Updated Aug 22, 2018 2:17 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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