• $849,000List Price
  • 3Bedrooms
  • 2Bathrooms
  • 0.72Acreage
  • 1970Year Built
  • 2,102Square Feet

Experience the perfect blend of coastal convenience and serene privacy in this exceptional Essex property. Set back on a sprawling, nature-framed lot opposite a beautiful equestrian farm, this location offers a rare sense of secluded country living without sacrificing town conveniences. A sidewalk-lined, 10 minute walk delivers you straight into the heart of downtown Essex shops and restaurants w/ Woodman's only 0.4 miles away! Thoughtfully maintained with major recent improvements including new heating and hot water systems, new central AC, a fully finished lower level, custom skylight covers, and several newer appliances. Inside, relax by the cozy fireplace; outside, host gatherings on the spacious deck or wind down in your expansive yard-the ultimate private setting for late-night fires under the stars. Convenient North Shore location only 5 miles to Singing Beach and 7 miles to Crane Beach. Served by the highly regarded Manchester Essex Regional school system!

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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms3
  • Mls StatusNew
  • Bathroom2
  • Lot Features Other
  • Parcel Number M:140 L:32,1886463

Basic Information

  • List Price$849,000
  • MLS Number73539811
  • Modification Date06/23/2026
  • Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence

Building

  • BasementFull, Finished, Interior Entry
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • Construction Materials Frame
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplace Features Living Room
  • Fireplaces Total 1
  • FoundationConcrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features Deck
  • Property StyleContemporary, Ranch, Raised Ranch
  • Rooms8
  • Utilities For Gas Range
  • Year Built1970
  • Year Built Details Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source Public Records

Other

  • Date Listed06/22/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $685,900
  • Tax Year 2025
  • Taxes$8,910

Parking

  • Parking Spaces6
  • Open Parking YN Yes
  • Parking Features Driveway

Location

  • Address31 Forest Avenue
  • Building Number31
  • CountyEssex
  • StateMA
  • StreetForest Avenue
  • TownEssex
  • Zip01929

Property

  • Acreage0.72

Interior

  • Flooring Hardwood
  • Interior Features Bonus Room

Utilities

  • Cooling Central Air
  • Cooling YN Yes
  • Electric Circuit Breakers
  • Heat SystemYes
  • Heating Natural Gas
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Water Source Public

School Information

  • High School Mersd
  • Elementary SchoolMersd
  • High SchoolManchester Essex Regional Middle
  • Junior HighMersd

Rooms

  • Bathroom 1 First
  • Bathroom 2 Basement
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 2
  • Bedroom 2 First
  • Bedroom 3 First
  • Dining Room First,11 x 11
  • Family Room Basement
  • Full Bath2
  • Kitchen First,11 x 11
  • Living Room First,12 x 18
  • Master Bedroom First,12

Exterior

  • Exterior Features Deck, Garden
  • RoofShingle

Property Information

  • Square Feet2,102
  • Building Area Source Public Records
  • Living Area 2,102
  • Lot Size Square Feet 31,363
  • Lot Size Units Acres

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Bike Path
    • Conservation Area
    • Golf
    • Highway Access
    • House of Worship
    • Laundromat
    • Marina
    • Medical Facility
    • Other
    • Park
    • Pool
    • Private School
    • Public School
    • Shopping
    • Stable(s)
    • Tennis Court(s)
    • University
    • Walk/Jog Trails
  • Appliances IncludedGas Water Heater

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Listed by David Cutler of North Shore Realty Pros

Essex, MA Demographics

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Essex, MA Real Estate Market Data

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Essex, MA Schools

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