18 Forest Ave, Essex, MA 01929 - Photo 1

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$579,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
2 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,152 Sq. Ft.
0.17 Acres
Updated 4 days ago

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Property Description

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.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 18 Forest Ave

General

Sold For: $579,000
Taxes: $5,952 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
MLS ID: 73521640
Added to Site: 63 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom 1: 8.00 x 7.00, First
Bathroom 2: 8.00 x 7.00, Second

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 2
Primary Bedroom: 15.00 x 12.00, Second
Bedroom 2: 13.00 x 10.00, Second

Other Rooms

Living Room: 18.00 x 13.00, First
Family Room: First
Kitchen: 11.00 x 10.00, First
Dining Room: 11.00 x 11.00, First

Parking

Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street

Location

County: Essex

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Cape
Basement: Yes
Square Feet: 1,152
Year Built: 1942

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.17

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $5,952
Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

Disclosures/Rstr.: Subject to sellers finding suitable housing.
Property ID: M:140 L:4, 1887188

Listed by J. Barrett & Company, Ted Richard

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Schools

Schools serving 18 Forest Ave

School District:Manchester Essex Regional School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Essex Elementary School 12 Story Street, Essex, MA 01929	K-5	1.1 mi
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School 36 Lincoln Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944	6-8	2.9 mi
Manchester Essex Regional High School 36 Lincoln Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944	9-12	2.9 mi

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Price & Sales History for 18 Forest Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/17/2026

Sold

$579,000

1.6%

MLS

6/12/2026

Price Reduced

$569,900

-5%

MLS

5/21/2026

Price Increased

$599,900

0.15%

MLS

5/20/2026

Listed

$599,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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18 Forest Ave, Essex, MA 01929 (MLS# 73521640) is a Single Family property that was sold at $579,000 on July 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 18 Forest Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Essex? You can browse all Essex real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

18 Forest Ave Essex, MA 01929