Date
Details
Price
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Source
3/08/2026
Listed
$799,000
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Property Description
So many great options come with this meticulously maintained 4+ bedroom home in downtown Essex owned by one family for almost 60 years. Currently used as a single-family but was town-approved as a 2-family, this 2,300+ sf residence features a flexible layout that adapts easily to various needs including one-floor living. The open-concept main level with hardwood flooring and a seamless flow between the kitchen-dining-fireplaced living area, also has a primary bedroom, 1.5 baths and 2 rooms - think bedrooms or offices. 3 additional large bedrooms and a full bath are upstairs. A heated bonus room with a fireplace, workshop area and substantial storage space are in the basement. A deck and expansive yard - the lot is 0.7 acres - offer generous outdoor space. Ample off-street parking and a garage enhance this property's versatility.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 85 Martin St
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General
- Price: $799,000
- Taxes: $8,320 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: 73483906
- Updated: 3/8/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1: 7.00 x 7.00, Main, First
- Bathroom 2: 4.00 x 7.00, Main, First
- Bathroom 3: 5.00 x 9.00, Second
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: 11.00 x 14.00, Main, First
- Bedroom 2: 11.00 x 21.00, Second
- Bedroom 3: 11.00 x 15.00, Second
- Bedroom 4: 11.00 x 12.00, Second
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 14.00 x 15.00, Main, First
- Kitchen: 11.00 x 12.00, Main, First
- Dining Room: 9.00 x 11.00, Main, First
- Office: 10.00 x 13.00, First
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Location
- County: Essex
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other (See Remarks)
- Basement: Yes
- Square Feet: 2,316
- Year Built: 1963
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.7
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $8,320
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Exclusions: All Appliances And Fixtures To Be Left As Gifts To The Buyer.
- Disclosures/Rstr.: Currently configured as a single-family residence, the property is connected to town sewer with a fully paid 1.5 betterment, offering potential for conversion to a two-family layout.
- Property ID: 1887374
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Schools
Schools serving 85 Martin St
School District:Manchester Essex Regional School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Essex Elementary School 12 Story Street, Essex, MA 01929 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School 36 Lincoln Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944 | 6-8 | 3.4 mi |
Manchester Essex Regional High School 36 Lincoln Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944 | 9-12 | 3.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 85 Martin St
Tax History
Tax History for 85 Martin St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$8,320
3%
$640,500
6%
2024
$8,045
3%
$604,000
7%
2023
$7,827
5%
$563,900
18%
2022
$7,472
3%
$475,900
4%
2021
$7,232
5%
$457,700
9%
2020
$6,856
6%
$420,900
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2019
$6,469
9%
$420,900
12%
2018
$5,910
2%
$376,900
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2017
$5,774
2%
$376,900
5%
2016
$5,669
3%
$359,500
1%
2015
$5,483
1%
$355,600
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2014
$5,419
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$355,600
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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85 Martin Street, Essex, MA 01929 (MLS# 73483906) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 85 Martin Street is currently listed for $799,000 and was received on March 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 85 Martin Street? 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.