Off Market

189 John Wise Ave, Essex, MA

Essex · MA 01929

$1,495,000
Price
5
Beds
4
Baths
4672
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1690
Lot size: 2.35 Acres Lot
Price per square foot: $320 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 3 Garage Spaces · 6 Off Street Spaces
Heating & cooling: Heat, Electric, Window AC

About this home

Introducing the Benaiah Titcomb House, a grand antique home overlooking the marsh in Essex. This unique home boasts 5BR, 3BA, 2HBA, & 4,672sf of living space on 2.35 acres of picturesque land. A National Historic Place, it is believed to have the oldest existing First Period colonial staircase in the country. The 1st floor boasts 2 walk-in hearths that anchor large living & dining rooms, along with a large entry foyer & immaculate library. A breezeway connects you to a newer addition offering an eat-in kitchen, large family room, & insulated walk-out basement. The elevated wood deck & large stone patio overlook the sprawling backyard & offer views of the marsh & surrounding natural beauty. There are 3 bedrooms on the 2nd floor, including a huge primary w/ ensuite bathroom. Two 3rd floor bedrooms w/ den offer versatility. A large drive-through barn/garage w/ loft & two standalone outbuildings complement the property. Located near Essex & Ipswich centers & close to Crane?s Beach!

Neighborhood & Transit

189 John Wise Ave, 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:
840 days
Listing Price:
$1,495,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$320
Tax Assessment:
$1,500,300 in 2024
Taxes:
$1,665 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
4,672 Sq.Ft
Kitchen
Dishwasher, Range, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
Primary Bedroom
Unknown
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
12
Above grade area
4672
Flooring
Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Electric Baseboard, Unit Control, Wall Unit
Heating Zone
Unknown
Cooling
Window AC
Cooling Zones
Unknown
Water
Private Water
Sewer
Private Sewerage
Electric Features
Circuit Breakers

Exterior Features

Lot Size
102,366 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Wooded, Marsh, Scenic View(s)
Exterior Features
Deck, Patio

Parking

Garage Parking
3 Parking Spaces, Detached
Off Street Parking
6 Parking Spaces

Construction Details

Construction Type
Unknown
Siding
Unknown
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
Willis + Tierney
Listing office
Compass
MLS PIN #
73266032
Disclosure
See attached.