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Listing broker remarks

Commanding one of the most extraordinary waterfront settings on Beverly’s famed Gold Coast, Rock Edge is a legendary Georgian Revival estate perched atop a dramatic rocky bluff with 400± feet of private beachfront and breathtaking ocean views. Originally built in 1904, this iconic residence has been masterfully restored and reimagined, seamlessly blending Gilded Age grandeur with exceptional modern luxury while preserving the estate’s remarkable architectural pedigree. Soaring 16-foot ceilings, richly scaled interiors, elegant oceanfront formal living and dining rooms, a stunning oceanfront veranda, and a spectacular 1,500± SQFT gourmet marble kitchen are just a few of the outstanding features of this magnificent property. Complete with a private guest wing, a separate carriage house, private beach access, restored cabanas, a pool and san unmatched seaside setting, Rock Edge represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own one of the North Shore’s most impressive waterfront estate.— Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

Key details

  • 27,313 sq ft
  • 3.16 acres
  • 13 beds
  • 14 baths
  • 1910 built
  • $841 / sq ft
  • $162,102 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠3⁠7⁠5⁠7⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
34 Paine Avenue
Town
Beverly, MA
ZIP
01965

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Sargent, Marian A. - Sears, Eleonora House · includes BEV.C, BEV.X

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Beverly

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.