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18 Forest Ave, Essex MA 01929

Essex, MA 01929
$569,900
Est. $3,578/month
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,152
Sq Ft
$495
Price/Sq Ft
0.17
Acres
1942
Year Built
30
Days on Market
Pending Price Drop -$30,000 Listed May 20, 2026 • MLS# 73521640 Copied!

About this home

Fantastic value for this very nice 2 bedroom cape located near town center and overlooking horse property. Attention downsizers, first timers, and all in-between! There's a nice manageable yard, and abundance of hardwood floors, and gas heat and cooking make this charmer a great value. Book your showing today and live the good life in picturesque Essex, Massachusetts.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1942
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,152 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1942
Living Area 1,152 sq ft
Lot Size 0.17 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Full
Laundry Second Floor
Features Entry Hall

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Porch
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $5,952
Assessed Value $458,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Entry Hall
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full
Laundry: Second Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1942
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street

Location

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Neighborhood

18 Forest Ave, Essex MA 01929

Essex, MA 01929

Walkability

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School District
Manchester Essex Regional School District local
A
School Safety 2024-25
0.0% Very Low (Safest)
5.5% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
B+
Essex Elementary School
1.2 mi | #262 of 824 | Score: 52.0
Dropped 121 spots from last year
-6.2 below state avg
215 students Less Diverse
Grades K-05
C-
West Parish School
3.0 mi | #683 of 824 | Score: 36.5
Dropped 245 spots from last year
-21.7 below state avg
382 students Less Diverse
Grades K-05
A
Manchester Memorial Elementary School
3.2 mi | #156 of 824 | Score: 56.9
Dropped 39 spots from last year
-1.3 below state avg
304 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School
3.0 mi | #56 of 352 | Score: 55.7
Improved 44 spots from last year
-2.5 below state avg
279 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 06-08
Landmark School - Elementary Middle School
3.9 mi
Grades K-09
A
Miles River Middle School
4.0 mi | #63 of 352 | Score: 54.5
Dropped 37 spots from last year
-3.7 below state avg
391 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
A+
Manchester Essex Regional High School
3.0 mi | #23 of 346 | Score: 73.0
Improved 10 spots from last year
+14.8 above state avg
392 students Less Diverse
19 sports • 932 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
A+
Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School
4.0 mi | #34 of 346 | Score: 69.9
Dropped 4 spots from last year
+11.7 above state avg
448 students Less Diverse
19 sports • 1,310 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
C+
Gloucester High School
4.8 mi | #212 of 346 | Score: 50.4
Improved 27 spots from last year
-7.8 below state avg
776 students Moderate
17 sports • 1,070 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Property Tax $496
Homeowners Insurance $200
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Payment Over Time

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Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Property History

Market Insights

2
Price Changes
5%
Price Range

Property Timeline

📋
Status: Active under contract
Jun 17, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jun 16, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Back On Market
Jun 12, 2026
Active
Price Reduced
Jun 12, 2026
$569,900 $30,000 (-5%)
From $599,900 to $569,900 (-5.0%)
Pending Sale
May 30, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
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Status: Active under contract
May 26, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Price Increased
May 21, 2026
$599,900 +$900 (+0.15%)
From $599,000 to $599,900 (+0.1%)
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Listed for Sale
May 20, 2026
$599,000
Original listing
Agent: Ted Richard Office: J. Barrett & Company

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 17, 2026 Status: Active under contract $0
Jun 12, 2026 Price Changed $569,900 -$30,000
May 26, 2026 Status: Active under contract $0
May 21, 2026 Price Changed $599,900 -$900
May 20, 2026 New Listing Added $599,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
30 days
Price per Sq Ft
$495
Total Price Drop
-$30,000

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $5,952 $458,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,952
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$458,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Ted Richard
Listing Office J. Barrett & Company
Agent MLS ID C8487388
Office MLS ID C95243
Listing Data Updated Jun 23, 2026 3:30 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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