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505 Essex St, Hamilton MA 01982

Hamilton, MA 01982
$1,649,000
Est. $10,139/month
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,146
Sq Ft
$398
Price/Sq Ft
1.91
Acres
1790
Year Built
10 hours 18 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Apr 21, 2026 • MLS# 73504978 Copied!

About this home

Experience the charm of this stunning Hamilton colonial, set on 1.91 acres of lush lawn and mature landscaping. Built in 1790, this extensively renovated 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home beautifully combines historical elegance with modern comfort. The main floor features a stylish living/family room with a grand wood-burning fireplace, an elegant dining room, a cozy sitting room, and a well-equipped office with built-ins. The updated kitchen boasts a butler's pantry and a delightful breakfast nook. Relax or entertain on the screened-in porch or the patio, overlooking exquisite gardens. The second floor offers a luxurious master suite with a private sitting room/office and ensuite bath, alongside three spacious bedrooms, two additional full baths, and a walk-up attic. A flexible fifth bedroom with an ensuite bathroom and its own staircase is perfect for guests, an au pair, or a home office. Don’t miss this chance to own a piece of history with modern amenities!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1790
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
4,146 sq ft
Total Rooms
17

Open House Schedule

24
Apr
Friday, April 24
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM EDT
25
Apr
Saturday, April 25
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
26
Apr
Sunday, April 26
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

3 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1790
Living Area 4,146 sq ft
Lot Size 1.91 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 17

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room
Fireplaces 5
Basement Full, Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry Laundry Closet, Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
Features Lighting - Overhead, Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Wainscoting, Crown Molding, Breezeway, Bonus Room, Home Office, Sitting Room, Mud Room, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial, Antique
Roof Shingle

Parking

Garage Spaces 3
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Under, Storage, Workshop In Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 11

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public, Private
Sewer Private Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $19,209
Assessed Value $1,227,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Wainscoting, Crown Molding, Breezeway, Bonus Room, Home Office, Sitting Room, Mud Room, Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic
Windows: Window(s) - Picture
Basement: Full, Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry: Laundry Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial, Antique
Year Built: 1790
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, Private
Sewer: Private Sewer

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 11
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 5
Fireplace Type: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room

Location

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Neighborhood

505 Essex St, Hamilton MA 01982

Hamilton, MA 01982

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Nearby Schools

School District
Hamilton-Wenham School District local
A
School Safety 2024-25
0.5% Low
0.4% Suspensions 0.4% In-School 0.1% Emergency
5.0% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

1 school
B+
Essex Elementary School
2.0 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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A
Miles River Middle School
1.6 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

1 school
A+
Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School
1.6 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
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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Apr 21, 2026
$1,649,000
Original listing

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 21, 2026 New Listing Added $1,649,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
10 hours 18 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$398

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $19,209 $1,227,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$19,209
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,227,400

Listing Information

Listing Agent George Needham
Listing Office GLN & Company, LLC
Agent MLS ID CN213042
Office MLS ID AN8136
Listing Data Updated Apr 21, 2026 4:33 PM 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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