Is Essex, MA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say it's dog friendly

Does Essex, MA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Essex, MA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 78% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

As of early 2026, 75% of users say it's quiet

Do kids play outside in Essex, MA?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say kids play outside

Is a car needed in Essex, MA?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say car is needed

Is parking easy in Essex, MA?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say parking is easy

Would people walk alone at night in Essex, MA?

As of early 2026, 63% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are yards well-kept in Essex, MA?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say yards are well-kept

Are neighbors friendly in Essex, MA?

As of early 2026, 55% of users say neighbors are friendly

Do residents of Essex, MA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is there wildlife in Essex, MA?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say there's wildlife

Does Essex, MA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say there are sidewalks

Are the streets well-lit in Essex, MA?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Essex, MA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 13% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 159 Eastern Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 159 Eastern Ave in Essex, MA is $907,400 .

Is Essex a buyer's or seller's market?

Essex is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Essex?

Residents describe Essex, MA as dog-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and quiet. See recently sold homes in Essex, MA .

What are the closest schools to 159 Eastern Ave?

The closest schools to 159 Eastern Ave in Essex, MA are Essex Elementary School (rated 6/10), Manchester Essex Regional High School (rated 9/10), Manchester Essex Regional Middle School (rated 8/10).

How big is the lot at 159 Eastern Ave?

The lot at 159 Eastern Ave in Essex, MA is about 6.9 acres .

OFF MARKET

$907,400

Trulia Estimate

Studio

159 Eastern Ave, Essex, MA 01929

Est. Refi. Payment $5,433/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$907K

Since last month

$173K (+23.3%)

Since last year

$157K (+20.7%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +56% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$914K
July 2026	$741K
April 2026	$814K
March 2026	$669K
February 2026	$535K
January 2026	$749K
2025
November 2025	$684K
September 2025	$667K
August 2025	$758K
June 2025	$538K
May 2025	$633K
April 2025	$713K
March 2025	$488K
February 2025	$590K
January 2025	$607K
2024
November 2024	$632K
October 2024	$715K
September 2024	$802K
August 2024	$878K
July 2024	$862K
June 2024	$643K
May 2024	$580K
April 2024	$611K
February 2024	$580K
January 2024	$623K
2023
December 2023	$790K
November 2023	$742K
October 2023	$819K
September 2023	$807K
August 2023	$857K
July 2023	$736K
June 2023	$756K
2021
December 2021	$662K
November 2021	$711K
October 2021	$651K
August 2021	$608K
July 2021	$597K
June 2021	$495K
May 2021	$711K
April 2021	$653K
March 2021	$740K
February 2021	$626K
January 2021	$845K
2020
December 2020	$643K
November 2020	$813K
October 2020	$752K
September 2020	$835K
August 2020	$670K
July 2020	$799K
June 2020	$665K
May 2020	$717K
April 2020	$544K
March 2020	$685K
February 2020	$560K
January 2020	$514K
2019
December 2019	$842K
November 2019	$658K
October 2019	$679K
September 2019	$804K
August 2019	$489K
July 2019	$564K
June 2019	$639K
May 2019	$602K
April 2019	$748K
March 2019	$576K
February 2019	$579K
January 2019	$586K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
9-9-9R Harlow St, Essex, MA	0.17	Single-Family Home	$1,155,000	10/10/25	4	3.5	1,961
125 Eastern Ave, Essex, MA	0.26	Single-Family Home	$710,000	05/04/26	3	1	1,941
139 Eastern Ave, Essex, MA	0.17	Single-Family Home	$485,000	06/24/26	3	1.5	2,728
154-154 Eastern Ave #R, Essex, MA	0.10	Single-Family Home	$655,550	05/27/26	3	2	1,798
357 Concord St, Gloucester, MA	0.73	Single-Family Home	$790,000	02/27/26	3	3	1,535
1 Woodman St, Gloucester, MA	0.32	Single-Family Home	$745,000	09/16/25	3	2.5	1,680
24 Lufkin St, Essex, MA	0.43	Single-Family Home	$990,000	03/20/26	4	2	1,902
80-80R Eastern Ave, Essex, MA	0.97	Single-Family Home	$3,650,000	06/11/26	6	5.5	5,878
587 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA	0.72	Single-Family Home	$615,000	05/08/26	3	2	1,524
4 Great Ledge Ln, Gloucester, MA	0.80	Single-Family Home	$1,054,000	07/28/26	4	2.5	2,161

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
133 Essex Ave #A, Gloucester, MA 01930	0.08	-	4	2	1,887	Off Market
154-154 Eastern Ave #R, Essex, MA 01929	0.10	$655,550	3	2	1,798	Recently Sold
652 Essex Ave #B, Gloucester, MA 01930	0.17	$715,000	3	2	1,585	For Sale
147 Eastern Ave #147, Essex, MA 01929	0.11	-	2	1	1,429	Off Market
146 Eastern Ave, Essex, MA 01929	0.13	$564,900	2	1.5	1,807	Off Market
9-9-9R Harlow St, Essex, MA 01929	0.17	-	4	3.5	1,961	Off Market
5 Andrews Ct, Gloucester, MA 01930	0.23	$1,349,000	-	-	-	For Sale
139 Eastern Ave, Essex, MA 01929	0.17	$485,000	3	1.5	2,728	Recently Sold
13 Whipple Woods Rd, Gloucester, MA 01930	0.23	$349,000	-	-	-	For Sale
1 Woodman St, Gloucester, MA 01930	0.32	$746,500	3	2.5	1,680	Off Market
125 Eastern Ave, Essex, MA 01929	0.26	$710,000	3	1	1,941	Recently Sold
17 Andrews Ct, Gloucester, MA 01930	0.32	$395,000	-	-	-	Recently Sold

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Lot Size

6.9 acres

About this House

This single-family home is located at 159 Eastern Ave, Essex, MA. 159 Eastern Ave is in Essex, MA and in ZIP code 01929. This property has a lot size of 6.90 acres.

159 Eastern Ave, Essex, MA 01929 is a studio single-family home. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $907,400, with a rent estimate of $4,163/month.

Home Details for 159 Eastern Ave

Property Information
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6.90 acres

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$8	$580

Home facts updated by county records

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Market trends in Essex

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Essex Elementary School
K-5
Public
200 Students
Manchester Essex Regional School District
6/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Enthusiastic parent support group + very caring and tremendously nurturing teachers = excited and exceptional students. One of the miracles of American education performed on a slim budget.
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What Locals Say about Essex

At least 7 Trulia users voted on each feature.

89 % Say it's dog friendly
86 % Say there's holiday spirit
78 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
75 % Say it's quiet
70 % Say kids play outside
67 % Say car is needed
67 % Say parking is easy
63 % Say people would walk alone at night
57 % Say yards are well-kept
55 % Say neighbors are friendly
50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
45 % Say there's wildlife
44 % Say there are sidewalks
33 % Say streets are well-lit
13 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Jenny S.
Resident
7y ago
"I like that there is a no-leash law in Essex because the neighborhood dogs visit my porch often. I also feel concern at times when I see dogs on busier streets."
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Ernies3
Resident
8y ago
"The town needs a leash law to protect the dogs and possibly a dog park to run the dogs. Dogs are frequently get hit by motor vehicles something needs to get done "
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Sharlenemary
15y ago
"Essex is a beautiful, small town with a tidal river for ample recreation, rent kayaks or take the Essex River tour, free boater access to Cranes Beach, easy ocean access, boat slips, lifeguard at beach on Conomo Point, Chebacco lake with freshwater beach, town recreation fields, Renowned restaurants, Manchester Essex Regional High - top in state, unique shops, bedroom community of Boston, mixed income economic diversity, county feel, horse community, very little town traffic, community churches, active community, great library, local business get to know you so they don't have to ask for your coffee preference or your name at the back. Range of unique homes in established community, town's history history is well documented, Essex Ship Builders Museum and other historic sites. "
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Frequently asked questions about 159 Eastern Ave

What is 159 Eastern Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 159 Eastern Ave in Essex, MA is $907,400.
Is Essex a buyer's or seller's market?
Essex is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Essex?
Residents describe Essex, MA as dog-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and quiet. See recently sold homes in Essex, MA.
What are the closest schools to 159 Eastern Ave?
The closest schools to 159 Eastern Ave in Essex, MA are Essex Elementary School (rated 6/10), Manchester Essex Regional High School (rated 9/10), Manchester Essex Regional Middle School (rated 8/10).
How big is the lot at 159 Eastern Ave?
The lot at 159 Eastern Ave in Essex, MA is about 6.9 acres.

Apartments for Rent

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PET FRIENDLY
$2,350/mo
Total price
2 bd
1 ba
23 Story St #5-6,
Essex, MA 01929
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Off Market Homes Near 159 Eastern Ave

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SOLD
AUG 28, 2026
$775,000
3 bd
2.5 ba
1,400 sqft
10 Coral Hill Rd,
Essex, MA 01929
Madeline M. Emmons, Village Realty
SOLD
AUG 26, 2026
$1,100,000
1 Sea St,
Manchester, MA 01944
Nest | Syndi Zaiger Group, Compass
SOLD
AUG 24, 2026
$1,315,000
4 bd
2.5 ba
2,126 sqft
57 School St #4,
Manchester, MA 01944
Kristin Francoeur, Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
SOLD
AUG 21, 2026
$610,000
4 bd
3 ba
2,000 sqft
3 Monroe Ct,
Gloucester, MA 01930
Lillian LoGrasso, J. Barrett & Company
SOLD
AUG 21, 2026
$875,000
3 bd
2 ba
2,102 sqft
31 Forest Ave,
Essex, MA 01929
David Cutler, North Shore Realty Pros
SOLD
AUG 18, 2026
$705,000
2 bd
2 ba
1,450 sqft
204 Hesperus Ave #4,
Gloucester, MA 01930
Atlee Alman, Vadala Real Estate
SOLD
AUG 17, 2026
$900,000
4 Crane Way,
Gloucester, MA 01930
Linda Clayton, RE/MAX Beacon
SOLD
AUG 3, 2026
$575,000
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,340 sqft
67 Lincoln St #A,
Manchester, MA 01944
SOLD
JUL 31, 2026
$975,000
3 bd
1.5 ba
2,156 sqft
3 Big Rock Rd,
Manchester, MA 01944
Jeanne Carpenter, J. Barrett & Company
SOLD
JUL 31, 2026
$820,300
2 bd
1.5 ba
2,376 sqft
7 Main St,
Essex, MA 01929
Kevin Street, Keller Williams Realty Evolution
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Homes for sale near 159 Eastern Ave

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2.41 ACRES
$1,250,000
4 bd
3 ba
3,000 sqft
11 Lincoln St,
Gloucester, MA 01930
Michael Selbst, Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
2.18 ACRES
$2,350,000
3 bd
2.5 ba
3,166 sqft
51 Lebaron Rd,
Essex, MA 01929
John Farrell, Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly
$625,000
1 bd
1 ba
1,114 sqft
162 Main St,
Essex, MA 01929
Monahan Barker Team, LandVest, Inc., Ipswich
0.51 ACRES
$1,150,000
6 bd
3 ba
3,991 sqft
1 Main St,
Essex, MA 01929
Julia Virden, J. Barrett & Company
0.69 ACRES
$1,750,000
5 bd
3.5 ba
3,371 sqft
73 Martin St,
Essex, MA 01929
Gabriela Debenedictis, Coldwell Banker Realty - Manchester
8.58 ACRES
$4,150,000
6 bd
7 ba
6,092 sqft
73 Forest St,
Manchester, MA 01944
Lynda Surdam, Coldwell Banker Realty - Manchester
0.51 ACRES
$1,795,000
4 bd
4 ba
4,562 sqft
21 Forest Ln,
Manchester, MA 01944
Evonne Blanchard, Coldwell Banker Realty - Manchester
0.28 ACRES
$1,099,000
4 bd
2 ba
2,084 sqft
43 Woodward Ave,
Gloucester, MA 01930
Barbara Dugan, Engel & Volkers By the Sea
1.81 ACRES
$1,289,000
3 bd
3.5 ba
3,402 sqft
25 Magnolia Ave,
Manchester, MA 01944
Krista Julian, Coldwell Banker Realty - Manchester
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