39 Eastern Ave, Essex, MA 01929
SOLD
MAY 8, 2026

39 Eastern Ave
Essex, MA 01929

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,246 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

$580,000

Last Sold: May 8, 2026
6% below list $619K
$465/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,394/mo*
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$580,000

Last Sold: May 8, 2026
6% below list $619K
$465/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,394/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,246 sqft
(on 0.25 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Charming antique home in the heart of Essex, offering 1,246 sq ft of living space and full of period character. This 4-bedroom, 2-bath property features wide pine floors, decorative fireplaces, and timeless architectural details throughout. The first floor includes a spacious living room, dining room with a wood/coal/pellet stove (not recently used), kitchen, and a flexible bedroom or office/library with built-in bookshelves, along with a full bath with shower stall. Upstairs, you’ll find three additional bedrooms, including a main bedroom with double closets, and a bath featuring a classic clawfoot tub. One bedroom offers a vaulted ceiling and ceiling fan. Set on a 10,890 sq ft lot, the property provides a generous backyard space extending behind the home, along with a storage shed. Conveniently located near town, shops, and all that Essex has to offer.This home is being sold as-is, as seen—an excellent opportunity to move right in and/or make it your own. Shown by appointment.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from May 08, 2026

Home Highlights

Parking
5 Open Spaces
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$465/sqft
Listed
52 days ago

Home Details for 39 Eastern Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Bulkhead,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1246 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDryerLaundry: In Basement,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer HookupRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,OilNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Pine
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Pine

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, Deck - WoodExterior: Deck, Deck - Wood, Rain GuttersFoundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 5No GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: Off Street,Unpaved
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1246

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1785
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Other (See Remarks)
Building
Not Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1887548

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $619,000Price Per Sqft: $465/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Apr 22 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Essex
School Information
Elementary School: Essex ElementaryJr High / Middle School: Manchester Essex Middle SchoolHigh School: Manchester Essex High School

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1246 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-StationNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10890 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: Pending P&S

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73492365Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1246

Additional Information

Conservation AreaHouse of WorshipMarinaPublic SchoolT-Station
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Kristin Kelly, (978) 973-6280
J. Barrett & Company, (978) 468-0046
Bought with: Non Member, Non Member Office, 111-1111 x11
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73492365

Price History for 39 Eastern Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/08/2026$580,000Sold
MLS PIN #73492365
04/02/2026$619,000ContingentMLS PIN #73492365
03/26/2026$619,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73492365
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,539
Assessment$580,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 39 Eastern Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
63 Southern Ave, Essex, MA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$535,000
12/30/25
4
1
1,140
12 Maple St, Essex, MA
0.80
Single-Family Home
$750,000
12/03/25
4
2
1,270
24 Lufkin St, Essex, MA
0.63
Single-Family Home
$990,000
03/20/26
4
2
1,902
154-154 Eastern Ave #R, Essex, MA
0.83
Single-Family Home
$655,550
05/27/26
3
2
1,798
146 Eastern Ave, Essex, MA
0.77
Single-Family Home
$564,000
08/28/25
2
1.5
1,807
7 Essex Reach Rd, Essex, MA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$1,420,000
06/13/25
4
2.5
2,957
139 Eastern Ave, Essex, MA
0.71
Single-Family Home
$365,750
03/10/26
3
1.5
2,728
56 Western Ave, Essex, MA
1.03
Single-Family Home
$650,000
08/06/25
3
1
1,149
125 Eastern Ave, Essex, MA
0.60
Single-Family Home
$710,000
05/04/26
3
1
1,941

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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

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  • Jenny S.
    "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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    "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
    "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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39 Eastern Ave, Essex, MA 01929 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,246 sqft single-family home built in 1785. This property is not currently available for sale. 39 Eastern Ave was last sold on May 8, 2026 for $580,000 (6% lower than the asking price of $619,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 39 Eastern Ave is $579,900.