505 Essex St

Hamilton, MA 01982

$1,649,000
Price
5
Beds
4,146 Sq. Ft.
$398 / Sq. Ft.
4,146
Sq. Ft.
$398
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Experience the charm of this stunning Hamilton colonial, set on 1.91 acres of lush lawn and mature landscaping. Built in 1790, this extensively renovated 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home beautifully combines historical elegance with modern comfort. The main floor features a stylish living/family room with a grand wood-burning fireplace, an elegant dining room, a cozy sitting room, and a well-equipped office with built-ins. The updated kitchen boasts a butler's pantry and a delightful breakfast nook....Experience the charm of this stunning Hamilton colonial, set on 1.91 acres of lush lawn and mature landscaping. Built in 1790, this extensively renovated 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home beautifully combines historical elegance with modern comfort. The main floor features a stylish living/family room with a grand wood-burning fireplace, an elegant dining room, a cozy sitting room, and a well-equipped office with built-ins. The updated kitchen boasts a butler's pantry and a delightful breakfast nook. Relax or entertain on the screened-in porch or the patio, overlooking exquisite gardens. The second floor offers a luxurious master suite with a private sitting room/office and ensuite bath, alongside three spacious bedrooms, two additional full baths, and a walk-up attic. A flexible fifth bedroom with an ensuite bathroom and its own staircase is perfect for guests, an au pair, or a home office. Don’t miss this chance to own a piece of history with modern amenities!
  1. Listed by George Needham • GLN & Company, LLC
  2. Listed by John Bos • GLN & Company, LLC

Property Details for 505 Essex Street

Town
Hamilton
Area
MA-Hamilton
Architectural Style
Colonial, Antique
Style
Colonial, Antique
Garage Spaces
3
Open Parking Spaces
8.00
Parking Spaces Total
11
LISTING UPDATED: 04/25/2026 03:09 AM

Property Details for 505 Essex Street

StatusActive
MLS #73504978
Days on Market8
Taxes$19,209 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1790
CountyEssex County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of GLN & Company, LLC, George Needham; GLN & Company, LLC, John Bos
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Building Information for 505 Essex Street

Stories-Year Built1790Building Size-Lot Size1.91 AC / 83,200 SF

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$8,304

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$1,601

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Property Information for 505 Essex Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Golf Course, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
  • Living Area: 4146.0
  • Color: white
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Winthrop
  • High School: Hwrhs
  • Middle School: Mrms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Full, Crawl, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Wainscoting, Crown Molding, Breezeway, Bonus Room, Home Office, Sitting Room, Mud Room, Wetbar, Walk-up Attic
  • Interior Features: Wetbar, French Doors, Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Picture
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Professional Landscaping, Porch, Porch - Screened
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Cleared, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Screened
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean, Unknown To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Storage, Work Area, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Storage, Work Area, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Work Area, Side Entry, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public, Private
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 387.2
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Ceiling Fan(s),Beamed Ceilings,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Closet - Double
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 22.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 17.6
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 235.72
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom2 Length: 16.6
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 14.2
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 189.81
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom3 Length: 17.1
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.1
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 238.52
  • Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - Full,Fireplace,Beamed Ceilings,Closet,Window(s) - Picture,Attic Access,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom4 Length: 17.8
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 13.4
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 183.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bedroom5 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Second
  • Bedroom5 Width: 12.2
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 33.12
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Picture,Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom1 Length: 7.2
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 4.6
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 90.39
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Picture,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom2 Length: 13.1
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 6.9
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 225.12
  • Dining Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Wainscoting,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding,Decorative Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 16.8
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 13.4
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 387.2
  • Family Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,French Doors,Wet Bar,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Sconce,Crown Molding
  • Family Room Length: 22.0
  • Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Family Room Width: 17.6
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 294.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Country Kitchen,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Length: 19.6
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 15.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 5.9X2.10
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 199.5
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Cable Hookup,Lighting - Sconce
  • Room Living Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 13.3
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 221.39
  • Room Office Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Office Length: 16.9
  • Room Office Level: Main
  • Room Office Width: 13.1
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
  • Disclosures: Possible minor encroachment onto property by driveway of abutting neighbor. Private well on property. New 6-bedroom septic installed in 2021. Roof installed 2020 by prior owner. All appliances to be left as gifts.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: M:60 B:1,1919452
  • Assessments: $1,227,400
  • Book: 40751
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: R1B
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 505 Essex Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73504978

$1,649,000—
Feb 25, 2022

Sold

MLS PIN #72936085

$1,225,000—
Jan 21, 2022

Contingent

MLS PIN #72936085

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/21/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73504978

$1,649,000
02/25/2022

Sold

MLS PIN #72936085

$1,225,000
01/21/2022

Contingent

MLS PIN #72936085

—

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 505 Essex Street

Taxable ValueLand$331,100Additions$896,300Total$1,227,400
Tax Record2025$19,209 ($1,601 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,146 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,146 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,345 SqFtStories2Lot Size83,200 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1790ZoningR1BCountyESSEXAPNHAMI M:60 B:1Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 505 Essex Street

This home is within Hamilton-Wenham School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Winthrop School
Public - PK to 5
Cutler School
Public - K to 5
Bessie Buker Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Miles River Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Winthrop School
PublicPK to 5

Cutler School
PublicK to 5

Bessie Buker Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Miles River Middle School
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 505 Essex Street, Hamilton, MA 01982

505 Essex Street is a single family home for sale in Hamilton, MA 01982. This property was listed for sale on April 21, 2026 by GLN & Company, LLC, it's currently listed at $1,649,000. It has been on the market for a total of 8 days and was last sold on February 25, 2022. This listing's school district is Hamilton-Wenham School District. Nearby schools include Winthrop School, Cutler School and Bessie Buker Elementary School. 505 Essex Street is a 5-bed, 5-bath, 4,146 sqft single family home built in 1790.

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