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153 Main St, Wenham MA 01984

Wenham, MA 01984 • Wenham Historic District
$775,000
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,114
Sq Ft
$367
Price/Sq Ft
1.09
Acres
1697
Year Built
4
Parking
19
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 24, 2025 • MLS# 73349113 Copied! • Updated May 16, 2025

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $699,000
Final Sale Price: $775,000
Difference: +$76,000 (+10.9%)
Performance Metrics
110.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $331
Sale $/sq ft: $367
This property sold for $367 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 10.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 19 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$367/sq ft
Area Average
$466/sq ft
Difference
21.2%

This property sold below the area average, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

The Gott-Porter House c.1697, a remarkable property located in the heart of Wenham Historic District. This elegant 4 bedroom 1 1/2 bath antique colonial is being offered for the first time in 47 years. The house is sited on a beautiful 1.10-acre parcel of land, complete with a sizable barn offering plenty of storage, a historic shoemaker's shed, stone walls and a large yard filled with mature plantings that create a gardener's oasis. Wide pine floors original to the home, period details, and fireplaces in each room bring a sense of warmth and comfort. This home has an abundance of character with endless potential to be taken to the next level. Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of history and create your own legacy in one of the North Shore's greatest communities. Please note that this property is being sold "as is".

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Property History

Market Insights

9.8%
Price Range
21
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
May 15, 2025
$775,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 21
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Listed for Sale
Mar 24, 2025
$699,000
Original listing
Agent: George Needham Office: GLN & Company, LLC

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $12,328 $787,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$12,328
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$787,200

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1697
Living Area 2,114 sq ft
Lot Size 1.09 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Fireplaces 8
Basement Partial, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial, Antique
Roof Shingle
Features Storage, Barn/stable, Fruit Trees, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Has Garage Yes
Features Workshop In Garage, Barn, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Driveway, Paved
Total Spaces 4
Electric Knob & Tube Wiring
Water Public
Sewer Private Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $12,328
Assessed Value $787,200
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures The Property Has Failed Title 5. The Property Is Being Sold With A 4-bedroom Septic Design, That Has Been Approved By The Town Of Wenham. Install Is Buyers Responsibility. Limited Heat On Second Floor.
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type []
House Color Brown
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Public record has property listed as 3-bedroom. Property being sold as is.
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 21 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1697
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,114 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Room Details

First Floor

Kitchen
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Bathroom1
Bathroom - 1/4
Dining Room
Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce
Living Room
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Family Room
Flooring - Hardwood

Second Floor

Bathroom2
Bathroom - 3/4
Bedroom2
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Bedroom4
Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Bedroom3
Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Master Bedroom
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bathroom3
Office
Master Bathroom
No

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Partial, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial, Antique
Year Built: 1697
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Private Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Storage, Barn/Stable, Fruit Trees, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures: Barn/Stable
Lot Features: Wooded, Level
Road Frontage: 85.00 ft
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Workshop in Garage, Barn, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Driveway, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 8
Fireplace Type: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, Sidewalks

Nearby Schools

School information not available for this location.

Location

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Neighborhood

Wenham Historic District

153 Main St, Wenham MA 01984

Wenham, MA 01984

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 May 16, 2025 8:57 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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