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Essex,MA 01929
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 4,672 sqft
Price per Sqft $319
MLS Listing ID 73266032
Style Colonial,Antique
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 2
HOA Y/N false
Year Built 1690
Annual Tax Amount $19,984
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 2.350 Acres
Acres 2.35
Property Description
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!
Location
State MA
County Essex
Zoning A00
Direction Essex Center north on Rt 133. Ipswich Center south on Rt 133.
Rooms
Basement Walk-Out Access,Sump Pump,Radon Remediation System,Unfinished
Interior
Heating Baseboard,Natural Gas,Electric
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Carpet,Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 5
Appliance Gas Water Heater,Range,Oven,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator
Exterior
Exterior Feature Deck,Patio
Garage Spaces 3.0
Utilities Available for Gas Range,for Gas Oven
Waterfront false
Waterfront Description Beach Front,Ocean
View Y/N Yes
View Scenic View(s)
Roof Type Shingle
Parking Type Detached
Total Parking Spaces 6
Garage Yes
Building
Lot Description Wooded,Marsh
Foundation Concrete Perimeter,Stone
Sewer Private Sewer
Water Private
Others
Senior Community false