28 John Wise Lane, Essex MA 01929

Essex, MA 01929
$2,575,000
Est. $13,705/month
6
Beds
4
Baths
3,400
Sq Ft
$757
Price/Sq Ft
13.40
Acres
1996
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
23
Days on Market
Active Open House Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73424279

About this home

3 COTTAGE COMPOUND ON 13+ ACRES WITH PRIVATE DOCK – Complete tranquility surrounded by the “Great Marsh” of Essex, 45 minutes from Boston, comfortably accommodating 12-14 visitors. Designed by owner architect Leslie Moore, and inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright and the famous “Lawson House” of the Hamptons, the main cottage provides panoramic views to nature. This graceful shingle style home possesses floor to ceiling glass at each compass point, capturing the ever-changing light and beauty of the marsh. The main cottage is accompanied by two guest cottages: the contemporary Green Door Cottage and the more rustic Blue Door Cottage. Each cottage is equipped with modern heat pumps for exceptional indoor comfort in both summer and winter, while also enjoying the ambiance of efficient wood stoves. The traditional walkway and private dock provide access to the Essex River, Cranes Beach and Ipswich Bay, while the custom stone fire pit offers exceptional views of the marsh and night sky.

Open House Schedule

27
Sep
Saturday, September 27
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1996
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
4
Living Area
3,400 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Heating
Electric Baseboard, Wood Stove, Ductless
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Ductless
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features
Sun Room
Window Features
Insulated Windows
Door Features
French Doors, Insulated Doors
Accessibility Features
No

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Contemporary, Other (See Remarks)
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Irregular
Exterior Features
Deck, Storage, Guest House
Patio/Porch Features
Deck
Has Spa
No
View
Scenic View(s)
Has View
Yes
Waterfront Features
Waterfront, Navigable Water, River, Dock/Mooring, Frontage, Creek, Direct Access, Marsh, Private, Ocean, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Waterfront Property
Yes

Lot & Land

Lot Size
13.40 acres
Lot Size
583,704 sq ft
Lot Size Area
13.4000
Lot Features
Flood Plain, Marsh
Road Surface Type
Unimproved
Road Frontage Type
Private Road

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
3
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Has Carport
Yes
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
10
Parking Features
Detached, Carport, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Stone/Gravel, Unpaved
Covered Parking Spaces
3

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Electric Range
Water Source
Private
Sewer
Private Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers

Community & HOA

Community Features
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
$18,191
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$1,400,400
Tax Lot
33
Tax Map Number
101
Parcel Number
1886909
Zoning
AOO

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Owner
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Please see sellers package with property history and improvements. ROOM, BEDROOM AND BATH COUNTS ARE A TOTAL OF ALL COTTAGES.
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

28 John Wise Lane, Essex MA 01929

Essex, MA 01929

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Manch/ Essex
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Middle School
Manch/ Essex
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High School
Manch/ Essex
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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,516
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Sep 2, 2025
$2,575,000
Original listing
Agent: Karen Bernier Office: Churchill Properties

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 2, 2025 New Listing Added $2,575,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
23 days
Price per Sq Ft
$757

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $18,191 $1,400,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$18,191
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,400,400

Listing Information

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

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