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85 Southern Avenue, Essex MA 01929

Essex, MA 01929
$865,000
Est. $4,604/month
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,100
Sq Ft
$279
Price/Sq Ft
0.26
Acres
1830
Year Built
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Type
16
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 28, 2025 • MLS# 73230553

About this home

Rare Two Family Colonial! This is a fantastic opportunity for owner occupied or investor. The property has had a MAJOR recent renovation on all three levels. New roof, siding, heating systems, central AC, electrical, plumbing, flooring, stainless kitchens and custom tiled baths. First floor unit has beautiful pumpkin pine floors and classic colonial details, 2 bedrooms, full tiled bath with walk-in shower, laundry, enclosed porch. Second floor has two levels with living room, dining area, kitchen, two bedrooms, laundry and third floor family room and home office. All utilities have been separated. Included is a large detached barn once used as a wood working shop. Plenty of parking.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $865,000
Final Sale Price: $865,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
16
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $279
Sale $/sq ft: $279
This property sold for $279 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 16 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Property Category
Residential Income
Year Built
1830
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
3,100 sq ft
Total Rooms
10
Stories
3
Levels
3

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Tile, Varies, Pine, Stone/Ceramic Tile
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas, Individual, Ductless
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air, Individual, Ductless
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Microwave
Interior Features
Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, Bathroom with Shower Stall, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceilings, Living Room, Kitchen, Laundry Room, Family Room, Office/Den
Laundry Features
Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Dirt Floor, Unfinished
Window Features
Skylight(s), Insulated Windows

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone, Granite
Patio/Porch Features
Porch, Enclosed
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.26 acres
Lot Size
11,480 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.2600
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

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Varies per Unit
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Individually Metered

Community & HOA

Community Features
Park, Stable(s), Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, Sidewalks
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$8,180
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$614,100
Tax Lot
62
Tax Map Number
140
Parcel Number
1887137
Zoning
RS2

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Disclosures
Buyers to assume the balance of the Town of Essex sewer betterment of $ 2141.10 as of May 1, 2024.
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

85 Southern Avenue, Essex MA 01929

Essex, MA 01929

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Mersd
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Middle School
Mersd
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High School
Mersd
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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $682
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

8
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Jul 1, 2024
$865,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 8
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Listed for Sale
Apr 30, 2024
$865,000
Original listing
Agent: Karen Bernier Office: Churchill Properties

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 30, 2024 New Listing Added $865,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
16 days
Price per Sq Ft
$279

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $8,180 $614,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,180
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$614,100

Listing Information

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

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