Unique Homes MA

c. 1686

89 Choate St, Essex

Sold $1,650,000

  • 5 bd
  • 4 ba
  • 4,168 sqft
  • 1686 built
  • $395/sqft
  • MLS #7⁠3⁠4⁠9⁠0⁠2⁠9⁠0⁠

Listing data updated

Listing broker remarks

Magical first-period farmhouse (circa 1686) on coveted Choate Street, surrounded by horse farms & rolling hills. A rare blend of history & modern living, home combines warmth of 17th-century farmhouse w/ light & flow of a spacious addition—its interiors stunningly designed by a local interior designer. It features wide pine floors, exposed beams, high ceilings (rare for its era), AC, solar panels, & 5 fireplaces (w/1 in kitchen and main BR). 5 bedrooms & 4 baths, highlights include: a chef’s kitchen w/ soapstone counters & 6-burner stove & post & beam great room w/ French doors to the deck. Outdoor living shines w/ oversized deck overlooking pond, screened porch, spectacular lovingly crafted gardens & 8-person hot tub. Bonus: 3-story 4,000 sq. ft. barn, from Boundary Farm’s working days, now ideal for a wood shop, studio, or business.***1st floor provides ample choices for great 1st floor BR for single-level living!! Minutes to Crane Beach, train, downtown & Manchester-by-the-Sea— Coldwell Banker Realty - Manchester

Key details

  • sold
  • 4,168 sq ft
  • 1.88 acres
  • 5 beds
  • 4 baths
  • 1686 built
  • $395 / sq ft
  • $18,495 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠4⁠9⁠0⁠2⁠9⁠0⁠
Last updated
Address
89 Choate St
Town
Essex, MA
ZIP
01929
Sold for
$1,650,000

Map

Neighborhood: Essex

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.