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42 Southern Avenue, Essex MA 01929

Essex, MA 01929
$650,000
Est. $3,460/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,906
Sq Ft
$341
Price/Sq Ft
0.31
Acres
1830
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
19
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 29, 2025 • MLS# 73295762

About this home

Step into a world of character with this fabulous Antique Colonial in the heart of Essex! This home is bursting with charm and offers a versatile floor plan perfect for modern living. The main living area combines a spacious country kitchen and dining area with a cozy hangout space featuring a gas fireplace, creating an inviting atmosphere for family gathering and entertaining. Enjoy vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams and a skylight that floods natural light. A charming wood burning fireplace(status unknown) adds to the kitchens rustic allure. The room off the kitchen can serve as a formal dining room or family room, while a cozy study or first-floor bedroom connects to a large full bath. Upstairs you'll find 2 generously sized bedrooms, beautiful wood floors, plus a 3rd bedroom transformed into a large walk-in closet. The expansive backyard offers a private retreat & detached barn.New 200 amp electric, 2017 Heating, GENERAC Generatortor.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $619,000
Final Sale Price: $650,000
Difference: +$31,000 (+5.0%)
Performance Metrics
105.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $325
Sale $/sq ft: $341
This property sold for $341 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 19 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1830
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,906 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Pine, Wood Laminate, Flooring - Wood
Heating
Hot Water, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
None
Has Cooling
No
Fireplace Features
Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
4
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features
Sitting Room
Laundry Features
Pantry, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Breezeway, First Floor
Basement Details
Full, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Dirt Floor, Concrete, Unfinished
Accessibility Features
No

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Barn/Stable, Fenced Yard
Fencing
Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.31 acres
Lot Size
13,613 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.3100
Lot Features
Level
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
6
Parking Features
Off Street, Stone/Gravel, Unpaved

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Generator Connection
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Generator Connection

Community & HOA

Community Features
Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$7,162
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$537,700
Tax Lot
100
Tax Map Number
136
Parcel Number
1887184
Zoning
RS2

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
ALL FIREPLACES HAVE NOT BEEN USED BY SELLERS. CONDITION OF FIREPLACES ARE UNKNOWN. OFFER DEADLINE MONDAY 9/30 5PM.
Exclusions
Dining Room Ceiling Light, Washer & Dryer.

Location

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Neighborhood

42 Southern Avenue, Essex MA 01929

Essex, MA 01929

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Manch Essex
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Manch Essex
Rating information coming soon
High School
Manch Essex
Rating information coming soon

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $597
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

4.8%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Nov 8, 2024
$650,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
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Listed for Sale
Sep 27, 2024
$619,000
Original listing
Agent: Karen Bernier Office: Churchill Properties

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 27, 2024 New Listing Added $619,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
19 days
Price per Sq Ft
$341

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $7,162 $537,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,162
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$537,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Karen Bernier
Listing Office Churchill Properties
Agent MLS ID C4404924
Office MLS ID AN4955

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