4 Tara Rd

4,866 Sq. Ft.
$509 / Sq. Ft.
4,866
Sq. Ft.
$509
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This exquisite shingle-style home, built in 2004 & updated in 2018, offers elegant country living on a secluded 6.5-acre lot with forest views. The residence showcases quality craftsmanship, detailed built-in cabinetry, and oversized windows that fill the space with natural light. At its heart is a gorgeous gourmet kitchen featuring two large islands with walnut and quartzite countertops, a large pantry, a wrap-around bar and seamless flow into the family & sunroom. The grand entry foyer opens to...This exquisite shingle-style home, built in 2004 & updated in 2018, offers elegant country living on a secluded 6.5-acre lot with forest views. The residence showcases quality craftsmanship, detailed built-in cabinetry, and oversized windows that fill the space with natural light. At its heart is a gorgeous gourmet kitchen featuring two large islands with walnut and quartzite countertops, a large pantry, a wrap-around bar and seamless flow into the family & sunroom. The grand entry foyer opens to a formal dining room and a front-to-back living room, which also functions as a media room. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite boasts a cathedral ceiling, a window seat, double closets, and an ensuite bath, while three additional bedrooms, a bathroom, and a laundry room complete the second floor. The top level offers a private retreat with a large bedroom, a sleeping window seat, and a luxurious bathroom. The large level fenced backyard features a bluestone patio with a firepit and hot tub.
  1. Listed by Fabyan and Filias Team • J. Barrett & Company
  2. Listed by Holly H. Fabyan • J. Barrett & Company
  3. Listed by Lucy Pear • J. Barrett & Company
  4. Listed by Paula Polo-Filias • J. Barrett & Company

Property Details for 4 Tara Road

Town
Essex
Area
MA-Essex
Architectural Style
Shingle
Style
Shingle
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Spaces
11.00
Parking Spaces Total
14

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LISTING UPDATED: 01/28/2026 02:10 PM

Property Details for 4 Tara Road

StatusNew
MLS #73472320
Days on Market2
Taxes$24,969 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built2004
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of J. Barrett & Company, Fabyan and Filias Team; J. Barrett & Company, Holly H. Fabyan; J. Barrett & Company, Lucy Pear; J. Barrett & Company, Paula Polo-Filias
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Building Information for 4 Tara Road

Stories-Year Built2004Building Size-Lot Size6.49 AC / 282,704 SF

Payment Calculator

$14,143 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,063

Property Taxes

$2,081

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 4 Tara Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Public School
  • Living Area: 4866.0
  • Color: natural
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Essex
  • High School: Mersd
  • Middle School: Mersd
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Basement Features: Full, Bulkhead, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors, Insulated Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Pine, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Sun Room, Mud Room, Wired for Surround Sound
  • Interior Features: Wired for Surround Sound, French Doors, Security System
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Wood, Sink, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Spa Features: Private
  • SpaYN: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Sprinkler System, Outdoor Shower, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler System, Outdoor Shower, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Easements, Cleared, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Side Entry, Off-Street, Stone/Gravel
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Side Entry, Off-Street, Stone/Gravel
  • Parking Features: Side Entry, Off-Street, Stone/Gravel
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Baseboard, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Window Seat
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Features: Cedar Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Skylight,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Double Vanity,Window Seat
  • Bathroom3 Level: Third
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan
  • Family Room Level: Main,First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Second Dishwasher,Lighting - Pendant,Lighting - Overhead,Decorative Molding
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Dead End
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Disclosures: Tara Road is private and there is a draft road maintenance agreement for all properties on the street. Please see deed for the land purchase 4/21/2001 for easements and conservation restriction. Property borders Essex Park Road OSRD project that is in progress,see Town of Essex website for details.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:142 L:16,4460247
  • Assessments: $1,914,800
  • Book: 36248
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: residentia
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 4 Tara Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73472320

$2,475,000—
Nov 10, 2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73447832

$2,475,000—
Nov 2, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73447832

—
Oct 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73447832

$2,475,000—
Jun 24, 2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100906618

$280,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/28/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73472320

$2,475,000
11/10/2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73447832

$2,475,000
11/02/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73447832

—
10/25/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73447832

$2,475,000
06/24/2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100906618

$280,000

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Public Records for 4 Tara Road

Taxable ValueLand$501,800Additions$1,440,300Total$1,942,100
Tax Record2025$25,228 ($2,102 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt4,866 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,866 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,720 SqFtStories2Lot Size282,704 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2003CountyESSEXAPNESSE M:142 L:16Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 4 Tara Road

This home is within Manchester Essex Regional School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Essex Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Manchester Essex Regional High School
Public9 to 12

Manchester Memorial Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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4 Tara Road is a single family home for sale in Essex, MA 01929. This property was listed for sale on January 28, 2026 by J. Barrett & Company, it's currently listed at $2,475,000. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on June 24, 2002. This listing's school district is Manchester Essex Regional School District. Nearby schools include Essex Elementary School, Manchester Essex Regional Middle School and Manchester Essex Regional High School. 4 Tara Road is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 4,866 sqft single family home built in 2004.

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Listing Courtesy of J. Barrett & Company, Fabyan and Filias Team; J. Barrett & Company, Holly H. Fabyan; J. Barrett & Company, Lucy Pear; J. Barrett & Company, Paula Polo-Filias

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