68 Paine Ave

$4,600,000
Price
4
Beds
2,226 Sq. Ft.
$2,066 / Sq. Ft.
2,226
Sq. Ft.
$2,066
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Northern California coast meets Boston's Gold Coast in this iconic, 4-bedroom, 3-bath direct waterfront Mid-century Modern house in Prides Crossing. Designed by famous architect John Lawrence Jr. as a weekend retreat, this home enjoys an unparalleled level of privacy and panoramic, 180-degree vistas of Manchester-by-the-Sea, Marblehead, Salem Sound to Misery and beyond. Sited on 2+ acres abutting RockMarge Estate to the west and 18 acres of conservation land to the east, the elevated living space...Northern California coast meets Boston's Gold Coast in this iconic, 4-bedroom, 3-bath direct waterfront Mid-century Modern house in Prides Crossing. Designed by famous architect John Lawrence Jr. as a weekend retreat, this home enjoys an unparalleled level of privacy and panoramic, 180-degree vistas of Manchester-by-the-Sea, Marblehead, Salem Sound to Misery and beyond. Sited on 2+ acres abutting RockMarge Estate to the west and 18 acres of conservation land to the east, the elevated living space is framed by seagrass covered dunes at the very end of a secluded, winding road lined with lush vegetation. Ideal for entertaining or intimate gatherings, this property is a slice of heaven. Looking to create something completely new? This offering includes city approvals and plans in hand to build a new 4,600+ sq. ft. primary residence and preserve 1,300 sq. ft. of existing home as a beach cabana.

Property Details for 68 Paine Avenue

Town
Beverly
Area
MA-Beverly
Architectural Style
Contemporary
Style
Contemporary
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
6.00
Parking Spaces Total
6
LISTING UPDATED: 11/14/2025 03:10 AM

Property Details for 68 Paine Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #73453125
Days on Market24
Taxes$21,985 / year
HOA Fees$800 / year
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1958
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of J. Barrett & Company, Alexandra Cutler
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Building Information for 68 Paine Avenue

Stories-Year Built1958Building Size-Lot Size2.17 AC / 94,600 SF

Payment Calculator

$24,629 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$22,730

Property Taxes

$1,832

HOA Dues

$67

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Property Information for 68 Paine Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Living Area: 2226.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Neighborhood: Paine Avenue
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Tennis Court, Outdoor Shower
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Tennis Court, Outdoor Shower
  • Lot Description: Flood Plain
  • Roof Material: Other
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Ocean, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Radiant, Propane
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: Second
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: Second
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Disclosures: Buyer to do their own due diligence regarding easements and any future use of property. Side property line is 10' from wall. Several surrounding homes have the right to walk down driveway.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: M:0026 B:0009 L:,4185069
  • Assessments: $1,731,100
  • Book: 23104
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Zoning: R90
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Other
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 68 Paine Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73458793

$4,600,000—
Nov 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73453125

$4,600,000—
Oct 28, 2021

Expired

MLS PIN #72865128

$3,950,000—
Jul 14, 2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72865128

$3,950,000—
Dec 4, 2020

Expired

MLS PIN #72721106

$3,850,000—
Sep 4, 2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72721106

$3,850,000—
Mar 19, 2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326444160

$1—
May 12, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326444416

$1—
Aug 10, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326422166

$1

-100.0% / yr

Jul 8, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #139050481

$800,000—
Jul 8, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326422138

$1

-99.8% / yr

Jul 7, 2004

Sold

MLS PIN #30803207

$1,600,000—
Jun 17, 2004

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30803207

—
Jun 17, 2004

Contingent

MLS PIN #30803207

—
Feb 4, 2004

Canceled

MLS PIN #30803224

$2,350,000—
Jan 13, 2004

Canceled

MLS PIN #30768342

$2,700,000—
Jan 13, 2004

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30803207

$2,350,000—
Jan 13, 2004

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30803224

$2,350,000—
Sep 14, 2003

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30768342

$2,700,000—
Jul 9, 2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100957196

$250,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/02/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73458793

$4,600,000
11/10/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73453125

$4,600,000
10/28/2021

Expired

MLS PIN #72865128

$3,950,000
07/14/2021

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72865128

$3,950,000
12/04/2020

Expired

MLS PIN #72721106

$3,850,000
09/04/2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72721106

$3,850,000
03/19/2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326444160

$1
05/12/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326444416

$1
08/10/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326422166

$1

-100.0% / yr

07/08/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #139050481

$800,000
07/08/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326422138

$1

-99.8% / yr

07/07/2004

Sold

MLS PIN #30803207

$1,600,000
06/17/2004

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30803207

—
06/17/2004

Contingent

MLS PIN #30803207

—
02/04/2004

Canceled

MLS PIN #30803224

$2,350,000
01/13/2004

Canceled

MLS PIN #30768342

$2,700,000
01/13/2004

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30803207

$2,350,000
01/13/2004

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30803224

$2,350,000
09/14/2003

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30768342

$2,700,000
07/09/2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100957196

$250,000

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

Public Records for 68 Paine Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,840,200Additions$258,300Total$2,098,500
Tax Record2025$23,063 ($1,922 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,226 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,226 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt264 SqFtStories1Lot Size94,599 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1958ZoningR90CountyESSEXAPNBEVE M:0026 B:0009 L:Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 68 Paine Avenue

This home is within Beverly School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Cove Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Briscoe Middle School
Public5 to 8

Beverly High School
Public9 to 12

Hannah Elementary School
PublicK to 4

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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68 Paine Avenue is a single family home for sale in Beverly, MA 01915. This property was listed for sale on November 10, 2025 by J. Barrett & Company, it's currently listed at $4,600,000. It has been on the market for a total of 24 days and was last sold on March 19, 2010. This listing's school district is Beverly School District. Nearby schools include Cove Elementary School, Briscoe Middle School and Beverly High School. 68 Paine Avenue is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,226 sqft single family home built in 1958.

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Listing Courtesy of J. Barrett & Company, Alexandra Cutler

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