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$650,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,149 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.36 Acres
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Enjoy the charm of seaside town life in this 2/3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch-style home, featuring a freshly painted interior and nestled on a spacious, flat lot with a big, level yard ideal for outdoor enjoyment. The sun-drenched living room with a cozy fireplace flows seamlessly into an open floor plan kitchen and dining area, with sliders leading to the back deck for effortless indoor-outdoor living. Conveniently located across from the elementary school, in the heart of Essex, a historic shipbuilding town approximately 25 miles from Boston, this property offers unparalleled access to top-rated public schools, charming restaurants, cafés, boutiques, a bakery, and even a local brewery-all just steps away. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the easy access to boating, water sports, and stunning coastal scenery, making this a rare opportunity in an ideal location.

Full Property Details for 56 Western Ave

General

  • Sold For: $650,000
  • Taxes: $9,545 (2025)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MLSPin
  • MLS ID: 73386301
  • Added to Site: 301 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 5
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Oven, Microwave
  • Flooring: Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Primary Bedroom: First
  • Bedroom 2: Closet, Wood Flooring, First

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: Wood Flooring, Open Floorplan, First
  • Kitchen: Wood Flooring, Dining Area, Exterior Balcony, First

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive

Location

  • County: Essex
  • Driving Directions: Essex Street to Western Avenue across from Essex Elementary School.

School Information

  • Elementary School: Essex Elem
  • Middle School: Man. Essex Reg
  • High School: Man. Essex Reg.

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Type: Baseboard, Oil
  • Heating Fuel: Baseboard, Oil

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Connection for Electric Oven

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Exterior Const.: Frame
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Square Feet: 1,149
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
  • Living Area: 1,149 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1959

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.36
  • Lot Dimensions: .36
  • Frontage: Public
  • Lot Features: Other

Water Features

  • Water Front Desc.: Lake/Pond, Ocean, River, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $565.71
  • Tax Amount: $9,545
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Disclosures/Rstr.: Essex records list it as a three-bedroom, with a removed wall that can be reinstated to restore the layout.
  • Property ID: 1887359

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Schools serving 56 Western Ave

School District:Manchester Essex Regional School District
NameGradesDistance
Essex Elementary School
12 Story Street, Essex, MA 01929
K-50.1 mi
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School
36 Lincoln Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944
6-83.5 mi
Manchester Essex Regional High School
36 Lincoln Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944
9-123.5 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 56 Western Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/06/2025
Sold
$650,000
4.02%
MLS
6/18/2025
Price Reduced
$624,900
-3.85%
MLS
6/05/2025
Listed
$649,900
—
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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56 Western Avenue, Essex, MA 01929 (MLS# 73386301) is a Single Family property that was sold at $650,000 on August 06, 2025. This property was listed by Michelle Mineo from our Beverly Office.Want to learn more about 56 Western Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in North Lawrence? You can browse all North Lawrence real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.