8 Forest St

Manchester, MA 01944

$1,099,000
Price
4
Beds
1,466 Sq. Ft.
$750 / Sq. Ft.
1,466
Sq. Ft.
$750
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Beautifully updated 4 bed/2 bath home in sought after Manchester-by-the-Sea with huge yard and potential for expansion. This home has been lovingly cared for by the same family for 50 years. Recent update highlights include gorgeous new kitchen, updated baths, all new windows, refinished hardwood floors, and interior paint. First floor flows nicely from kitchen to dining area to living area, perfect for being together and entertaining. One bedroom and full bathroom are also on the first floor. A...Beautifully updated 4 bed/2 bath home in sought after Manchester-by-the-Sea with huge yard and potential for expansion. This home has been lovingly cared for by the same family for 50 years. Recent update highlights include gorgeous new kitchen, updated baths, all new windows, refinished hardwood floors, and interior paint. First floor flows nicely from kitchen to dining area to living area, perfect for being together and entertaining. One bedroom and full bathroom are also on the first floor. A lovely central staircase leads to the second floor and three more bedrooms and another full bath. There is also a large three season porch overlooking the expansive yard, and a detached garage. This property has a fantastic location, walkable to town, schools, train, and beaches, including Singing Beach! Nearby you'll also find many activities such as golf, tennis and pickleball. This wonderful property is ready to be moved right into, or has potential for expansion/development if so desired!
  1. Listed by Keith Kiarsis • Mariano Smith & Co.

Property Details for 8 Forest Street

Town
Manchester
Area
MA-Manchester
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
4
LISTING UPDATED: 03/07/2026 03:07 AM

Property Details for 8 Forest Street

StatusActive
MLS #73482026
Days on Market17
Taxes$6,238 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1930
CountyEssex County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Mariano Smith & Co., Keith Kiarsis
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Building Information for 8 Forest Street

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.36 AC / 15,899 SF

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$5,853 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,334

Property Taxes

$520

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 8 Forest Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
  • Living Area: 1466.0
  • Color: Light Grey
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband, Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 180.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 12.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 144.0
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 110.0
  • Bedroom3 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 10.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 96.0
  • Bedroom4 Length: 8.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: First
  • Bedroom4 Width: 12.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 64.0
  • Bathroom1 Length: 8.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom1 Width: 8.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 28.0
  • Bathroom2 Length: 7.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
  • Bathroom2 Width: 4.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 169.0
  • Dining Room Length: 13.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 13.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 169.0
  • Kitchen Length: 13.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 13.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 216.0
  • Room Living Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 18.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Public record states 3 bed/1.5 baths. Home actually has 4 beds/2 baths.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0039 B:0000 L:0060,2017431
  • Assessments: $681,800
  • Book: 31566
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: A
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 8 Forest Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73482026

$1,099,000—
Jul 30, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #335759758

$400,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/03/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73482026

$1,099,000
07/30/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #335759758

$400,000

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

Public Records for 8 Forest Street

Taxable ValueLand$438,700Additions$243,100Total$681,800
Tax Record2025$6,238 ($520 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,466 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,466 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt746 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,899 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930ZoningACountyESSEXAPNMANC M:0039 B:0000 L:0060

Schools near 8 Forest 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

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 8 Forest Street, Manchester, MA 01944

8 Forest Street is a single family home for sale in Manchester, MA 01944. This property was listed for sale on March 3, 2026 by Mariano Smith & Co., it's currently listed at $1,099,000. It has been on the market for a total of 17 days and was last sold on July 30, 2012. 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. 8 Forest Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 1,466 sqft single family home built in 1930.

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Listing Courtesy of Mariano Smith & Co., Keith Kiarsis

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