Off Market

162 Main St, Essex, MA

Essex · MA 01929

$550,000
Price
1
Beds
1
Baths
1114
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1963
Lot size: 6,098 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot: $494 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 3 Off Street Spaces
Heating & cooling: Heat, Gas, AC

About this home

In the heart of Essex Village, this beautifully renovated cedar shingle style property offers a rare opportunity for residential conversion or a live/work space. Currently set up as a bakery and coffee shop, the space blends timeless New England character with thoughtful modern upgrades. The interior features soaring cathedral ceilings, oversized windows, and an open layout well suited for reimagining as a residence, studio, gallery, or private live/work space. Extensive renovations include all new plumbing and electrical systems, ADA compliance, mini-split climate control, and new windows throughout. The rear patio overlooking the Great Marsh offers an extraordinary outdoor setting with sweeping natural views. Three dedicated parking spaces and close proximity to Essex’s shops, dining, marinas, and outdoor recreation complete the offering. An exceptional opportunity to create a truly unique coastal home or creative retreat in one of the North Shore’s most loved seaside villages.

Neighborhood & Transit

162 Main St, Essex · MA 01929

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

No subway or commuter rail stations within 0.5 mile.

Price Insight

Days on Market:
304 days
Listing Price:
$550,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$494
Tax Assessment:
$746,900 in 2026
Taxes:
$812 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
0
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,114 Sq.Ft
Kitchen
Unknown
Primary Bedroom
Unknown
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
4
Above grade area
1114
Flooring
Wood
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Hot Water Radiators, Gas
Heating Zone
Unknown
Cooling
Heat Pump
Cooling Zones
2
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Unknown

Exterior Features

Lot Size
6,098 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Level, Scenic View(s)
Exterior Features
Garden Area, Patio, Storage Shed

Parking

Garage Parking
0 Parking Spaces
Off Street Parking
3 Parking Spaces, Off-Street, Stone/Gravel

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame
Siding
Shingles
Roof
Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles

Green Features

Electric Vehicle Charger
Unknown
Solar Panels
Unknown
Green Certified
Unknown
Insulation Features
Unknown
Energy Features
Unknown

Listing information

Listing agent
Monahan Barker Team
Listing office
LandVest, Inc., Ipswich
MLS PIN #
73457077
Disclosure
The property is currently used as a cafe/coffee shop. Buyer to do own due diligence regarding change of use. The property is in the flood zone.