79 Main St, Wenham, MA 01984
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OFF MARKET

79 Main St
Wenham, MA 01984

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 3,163 sqft (on 1.01 acres)

$1,313,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $7,772/mo*
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$1,313,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $7,772/mo*
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4 Beds
2 Baths
3,163 sqft
(on 1.01 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1742
Lot Size
1.01 acres
Living Area
3,163 sqft
Price/Sqft
$415
Parking
Garage

Description

The Porter-Fairfield House, circa 1742, is a classic Georgian colonial set on a lovely and mature acre property. This charming 4 bedroom antique home features rare wide pine floors, exposed beams and multiple fireplaces. Extensively restored in the early 80's (including rebuilt chimney and foundation) and all systems updated since including septic system (2013). Formal dining and living rooms feature beautiful detail & built-ins. Open kitchen with breakfast area and recently updated stainless steel appliances. The bright and open third floor offers endless options such as a media, workout or play room. Outbuildings include a three car garage with large attic space, a three stall barn and the adorable "Shop" at 77 Main with an established tenant (grandfathered commercial use). Country living conveniently located near commuter rail, Rt. 128 and top-rated schools.
79 Main St, Wenham, MA 01984 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 3,163 sqft single-family home built in 1742. It last sold for $720,000 on Jan 24, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,313,000, with a rent estimate of $5,492/month.

Home Details for 79 Main St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, GasHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Concrete, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: WoodPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1742
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.01 acres

Building

Fitness & Sports
Tennis Court

Price History for 79 Main St

DatePriceEventSource
01/24/2020$720,000Sold
N/A
12/14/2019$749,000PendingAgent Provided
11/19/2019$749,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/19/2014$692,000Sold
N/A
08/19/2014$759,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
07/18/2014$759,000PendingAgent Provided
11/21/2013$875,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/06/2013$875,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/11/2013$915,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Wenham

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Sale-to-List Price
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Available listings
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$14,797
Assessment$952,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 79 Main St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
153 Main St, Wenham, MA
0.53
Single-Family Home
$779,000
02/03/26
3
1.5
2,114
2 Lily Ln, Wenham, MA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$2,370,000
04/27/26
4
3.5
4,690
20 Perkins St, Wenham, MA
0.70
Single-Family Home
$900,000
06/24/26
4
1.5
1,866
3 Cynthia Cir, Wenham, MA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$2,275,000
06/17/26
5
4.5
4,903
15 Cherry St, Wenham, MA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$665,000
10/03/25
2
1
1,690
4 Morningside Dr, Beverly, MA
1.00
Single-Family Home
$750,000
08/07/25
4
1.5
1,565
17 Topsfield Rd, Wenham, MA
0.91
Single-Family Home
$1,130,000
03/10/26
4
4
3,591
14 Bruce Ln, Wenham, MA
0.76
Single-Family Home
$932,500
06/30/26
3
2
2,075
32 Nelson Ave, Beverly, MA
0.75
Single-Family Home
$850,000
09/25/25
5
2.5
4,300
137 Cherry St, Wenham, MA
1.03
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
10/24/25
4
2.5
2,387

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Wenham

At least 14 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say car is needed

  • 90 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 90 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 88 % Say parking is easy

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say there's wildlife

  • 82 % Say kids play outside

  • 80 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 78 % Say it's quiet

  • 67 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 65 % Say there are community events

  • 63 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Knestro14
    "I take the train in. I can walk to the train so it’s convenient. Otherwise, I drive. It’s a great place to live and I recommend it to anyone commuting to the city. The drive is more difficult but doable if commuting in off hours. "
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  • anonymous
    "Easy walk or drive to commuter rail; 50 mins to Boston on train, 30 mins via car with no traffic, 60-90 mins during rush hour"
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  • Marshunda
    "There is absolutely NO diversity in the neighborhood. No ethnic or economic diversity. The schools may be good, but the teachers can't afford to live in the area. The majority of the best teachers live at least 20 minutes away."
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  • Tracey H.
    "What a GREAT place to live and raise a family! Close to everything life has to offer and terrific people to share life with!"
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  • Tracey H.
    "If you like small town New England, close to lake and beaches, nature preserves and parks, as well as malls and commuter routes, less than 25 miles to Boston that is safe, beautiful, natural, excellent schools, and intelligent interesting people you'll love Wenham!!"
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  • Cara
    "We've lived in wenham for almost 8 years and we couldn't be happier. Although it's small, it's very easy to get to and near everything. My family loves the small community and they can bike ride to all their friends houses. Also all the shops are adorable and the downtown hamilton is about a minute or two away if you prefer to shop there since it has a decent amount of more shops. We also love looking out at all the beautiful forests wenham has to offer when we wake up. In the winter driving down all the tree lined roads is just gorgeous. Personally and i'm sure my husband will agree moving to wenham was one of the best decisions we've made as a family. We loved beverly, but it wasn't a good fit for us. It reminded us from the city (Seattle) life we were trying to get away from. Wenham was completely different, which was what we were looking for. It wasn't all industrial buildings, train stations, hundreds of bus stops, busy roads my kids were scared to cross, and even though we love shops, there's so many my husband started to complain i shop to much. Beverly just reminded us to much about all that. We needed a change from the city and wenham was perfect for that. Less is more I say, so i think the smaller town the better. You have a chance to get to know every body since it's such a small community and i've made so many more than i've ever had in beverly since it's just so big i don't even think we saw all of it in 4 years. Moving to wenham was definitely perfect for us and i think we're going to be spending a very long time here."
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