450 Summer St

Manchester, MA 01944

$4,195,000
Price
9
Beds
8,333 Sq. Ft.
$503 / Sq. Ft.
8,333
Sq. Ft.
$503
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Meticulously restored Peabody & Stearns estate in Manchester-by-the-Sea, this Gold Coast jewel captures views of the marsh & is within walking distance of Black & White Beaches. Set on 2.8± acres of rolling lawns framed by mature trees and stone walls, the residence blends timeless craftsmanship with modern comfort. A complete top-to-bottom renovation preserves its architectural integrity while elevating it for contemporary living. With generous square footage the home offers nine bedrooms, five-and-two-half...Meticulously restored Peabody & Stearns estate in Manchester-by-the-Sea, this Gold Coast jewel captures views of the marsh & is within walking distance of Black & White Beaches. Set on 2.8± acres of rolling lawns framed by mature trees and stone walls, the residence blends timeless craftsmanship with modern comfort. A complete top-to-bottom renovation preserves its architectural integrity while elevating it for contemporary living. With generous square footage the home offers nine bedrooms, five-and-two-half baths, an inviting first-floor bedroom suite, and a well-appointed in-law apartment. A gourmet kitchen with soapstone counters, and Thermador suite flows to dining for 18 and a screened porch. Modern systems include 5-zone HVAC, Navien hydro-air, and 400-amp service. Perennial gardens, gracious porches, granite patio with in-ground hot tub, vegetable garden, and original stone potting shed add historic charm.

Property Details for 450 Summer Street

Town
Manchester
Area
MA-Manchester
Architectural Style
Shingle
Style
Garden, Shingle
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
8.00
Parking Spaces Total
10
LISTING UPDATED: 10/18/2025 03:10 AM

Property Details for 450 Summer Street

StatusActive
MLS #73443142
Days on Market51
Taxes$29,635 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1900
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of LandVest, Inc., Manchester -by-the-Sea, Lanse Robb; LandVest, Inc., Manchester -by-the-Sea, Sophie Soman
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Building Information for 450 Summer Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size2.81 AC / 122,539 SF

Payment Calculator

$23,199 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$20,729

Property Taxes

$2,470

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 450 Summer Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Living Area: 8333.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • High School: Merhs
  • Middle School: Merms
Features
Interior Features
  • Basement Features: Interior Access, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 7.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 5
  • Num of Half Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 6.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 7
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 10
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Marble, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Game Room, Exercise Room, Mud Room, Home Office, Accessory Apt., Bathroom, Walk-up Attic
  • Interior Features: French Doors
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Spa Features: Private
  • SpaYN: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Porch, Porch - Screened, Patio
  • Lot Description: Easements, Cleared, Gentle Sloping
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterview Features: Ocean
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Shared Driveway, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Shared Driveway, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Hydro Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 483.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 21.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 23.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 425.0
  • Bedroom2 Length: 17.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 25.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 380.0
  • Bedroom3 Length: 20.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 19.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 195.0
  • Bedroom4 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: First
  • Bedroom4 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 300.0
  • Bedroom5 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 20.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 378.0
  • Dining Room Length: 27.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 324.0
  • Kitchen Length: 27.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 12.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 560.0
  • Room Living Room Length: 28.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 20.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 500.0
  • Room Office Length: 25.0
  • Room Office Level: Third
  • Room Office Width: 20.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0005 B:0000 L:0048,2016177
  • Assessments: $3,238,800
  • Book: 36905
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: C
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 9
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Foundation Area: 99999.0
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Cooling Zones: 5
  • Heat Zones: 5
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 450 Summer Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 14, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73443142

$4,195,000—
Jul 31, 2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72212611

$1,900,000—
May 1, 2018

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72212611

—
May 1, 2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72212611

—
Aug 11, 2017

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72212611

$1,975,000—
Oct 29, 1993

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #89316887

$445,000—
Aug 20, 1993

Sold

MLS PIN #12000520

$445,000—
Jun 5, 1993

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #12000520

—
Jun 5, 1993

Contingent

MLS PIN #12000520

—
Apr 28, 1993

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #12000520

$565,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/14/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73443142

$4,195,000
07/31/2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72212611

$1,900,000
05/01/2018

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72212611

—
05/01/2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72212611

—
08/11/2017

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72212611

$1,975,000
10/29/1993

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #89316887

$445,000
08/20/1993

Sold

MLS PIN #12000520

$445,000
06/05/1993

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #12000520

—
06/05/1993

Contingent

MLS PIN #12000520

—
04/28/1993

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #12000520

$565,000

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Public Records for 450 Summer Street

Taxable ValueLand$889,000Additions$2,349,800Total$3,238,800
Tax Record2025$29,635 ($2,470 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths6Total Finished SqFt11,127 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt11,127 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt957 SqFtStories3Lot Size122,539 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningCCountyESSEXAPNMANC M:0005 B:0000 L:0048Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 450 Summer Street

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

Manchester Essex Regional Middle School
Public6 to 8

Manchester Essex Regional High School
Public9 to 12

Essex Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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More information about 450 Summer Street, Manchester, MA 01944

450 Summer Street is a single family home for sale in Manchester, MA 01944. This property was listed for sale on October 14, 2025 by LandVest, Inc., Manchester -by-the-Sea, it's currently listed at $4,195,000. It has been on the market for a total of 51 days and was last sold on July 31, 2018. This listing's school district is Manchester Essex Regional School District. Nearby schools include Manchester Memorial Elementary School, Manchester Essex Regional Middle School and Manchester Essex Regional High School. 450 Summer Street is a 9-bed, 7-bath, 8,333 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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Listing Courtesy of LandVest, Inc., Manchester -by-the-Sea, Lanse Robb; LandVest, Inc., Manchester -by-the-Sea, Sophie Soman

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