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505 Essex St, Hamilton MA 01982

Hamilton, MA 01982
$1,500,000
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,146
Sq Ft
$362
Price/Sq Ft
1.91
Acres
1790
Year Built
3
Garage Spaces
27
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 21, 2026 • MLS# 73504978 Copied! • Updated Jul 19, 2026

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,649,000
Final Sale Price: $1,500,000
Difference: $149,000 (-9.0%)
Performance Metrics
91.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
27
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $398
Sale $/sq ft: $362
This property sold for $362 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 9.0% below the original asking price.

With only 27 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 4 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$362/sq ft
Area Average
$381/sq ft
Difference
4.9%

This property sold near the area average for similar homes.

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 History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

📋
Status: Active under contract
Apr 29, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Apr 28, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 21, 2026
$1,649,000
Original listing

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

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
Features Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Screened
Garage Spaces 3
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Under, Storage, Workshop In Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 11
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public, Private
Sewer Private Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $19,209
Assessed Value $1,227,400
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Possible Minor Encroachment Onto Property By Driveway Of Abutting Neighbor. Private Well On Property. New 6-bedroom Septic Installed In 2021. Roof Installed 2020 By Prior Owner. All Appliances To Be Left As Gifts.
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type []
House Color white
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Room sizes approximate.
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 28 days

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

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
7.2 x 4.6
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Sconce
Living Room
15 x 13.3
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Cable Hookup, Lighting - Sconce

Second Floor

Bedroom5
15 x 12.2
Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Bedroom4
17.8 x 13.4
Bathroom - Full, Fireplace, Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Window(s) - Picture, Attic Access, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom3
17.1 x 11.1
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
Bathroom2
13.1 x 6.9
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
Bedroom2
16.6 x 14.2
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
Master Bedroom
22 x 17.6
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double

Main Floor

Office
16.9 x 13.1
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting

Other Floor

Bathroom3
Master Bathroom
Yes

Main,First Floor

Dining Room
16.8 x 13.4
Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
Kitchen
19.6 x 15
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Country Kitchen, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
Family Room
22 x 17.6
Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, French Doors, Wet Bar, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding

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
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Screened
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Cleared, Level
Road Surface:

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
View: Yes
View Type: Scenic View(s)
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
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

3 schools
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
A+
Winthrop School
2.5 mi | #81 of 824 | Score: 60.3
Improved 282 spots from last year
+2.1 above state avg
329 students Less Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades PK-05
A-
Centerville Elementary School
2.7 mi | #228 of 824 | Score: 53.5
Dropped 103 spots from last year
-4.7 below state avg
327 students Moderate
Grades K-04
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
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
Landmark School - Elementary Middle School
3.4 mi
Grades K-09
A
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School
3.7 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
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
Waring School
3.4 mi
Grades 06-12
Pingree School
3.5 mi
Grades 09-12
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505 Essex St, Hamilton MA 01982

Hamilton, MA 01982

Listing Information

Listing Agent George Needham
Listing Office GLN & Company, LLC
Office Phone 978-382-8178
Agent MLS ID CN213042
Office MLS ID AN8136
Listing Data Updated Jul 19, 2026 5:37 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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