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$550,000

1 Beds 2 / 2 Full / Half Baths 1,114 SQFT 0.14 Acres
Type: Single Family

162 Main St
Essex, MA 01929

MLS#: 73457077
Chris Bernier
Chris Bernier
Churchill Properties
Principal Broker/Owner
Phone: 978.578.5013
Office: 833.668.4649
Presented by: Monahan Barker Team with LandVest, Inc., Ipswich.

Property Description

 

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.


 

Interior Features

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms1

Bathrooms

Half Baths2
Total Baths2

Other Interior Features

LivingAreaSource0 sqft
Above Grade Finished Area1,114 sqft
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
BasementBulkhead, Unfinished
Fireplace Y/NNo
FlooringWood
Heating Y/NYes
Total Fireplaces0

General

AppliancesElectric Water Heater
Architectural StyleShingle
Building Area Units0 sqft
Certified TreatedUnknown
CityEssex
Community FeaturesShopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Marina, Private School, Public School
Construction MaterialsFrame
CoolingHeat Pump
CountyEssex
DirectionsGPS
DisclosuresThe 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.
Elementary SchoolEssex
Full Baths0
Garage Spaces0
Garage Y/NNo
HOANo
HeatingElectric Baseboard, Heat Pump
High SchoolManchester Essex
Home Warranty Y/NNo
Lot Size Square Feet6,098 sqft
Lot Size UnitsAcres
Middle/Junior High SchoolManchester Essex
Parcel Number0
Patio/Porch FeaturesPatio
Property Attached Y/NNo
Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Property TypeResidential
RoofShingle
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Tax Annual Amount$9,739
Tax Assessed Value$746,900
Tax Year2026
Total Rooms4
ViewScenic View(s)
Waterfront FeaturesRiver
WaterviewYes
Year Built1963
Year Built DetailsRenovated Since
Year Built SourcePublic Records
ZoningRS2

Exterior

Building Area Total1,114 sqft
Covered Spaces0
Exterior AmenitiesPatio, Storage, Garden
Foundation DetailsConcrete Perimeter
Lot FeaturesLevel
Lot Size Acres0.14
Lot Size Area0 sqft
Parking FeaturesOff Street, Stone/Gravel
Road Frontage TypePublic
SpaNo
Total Parking3
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NNo

Additional Details

Price History

Schools 

Middle School Manchester Essex
Elementary School Essex Elementary School

  

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$550,000

1 Beds 2 / 2 Full / Half Baths 1,114 SQFT 0.14 Acres
Type: Single Family

162 Main St
Essex, MA 01929

MLS#: 73457077
Chris Bernier
Chris Bernier
Churchill Properties
Principal Broker/Owner
Phone: 978.578.5013
Office: 833.668.4649