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Listing broker remarks

In the heart of Essex Village, this beautifully renovated cedar shingle style property offers a rare opportunity for residential conversion or a live/work space. Currently set up as a bakery and coffee shop, the space blends timeless New England character with thoughtful modern upgrades. The interior features soaring cathedral ceilings, oversized windows, and an open layout well suited for reimagining as a residence, studio, gallery, or private live/work space. Extensive renovations include all new plumbing and electrical systems, ADA compliance, mini-split climate control, and new windows throughout. The rear patio overlooking the Great Marsh offers an extraordinary outdoor setting with sweeping natural views. Three dedicated parking spaces and close proximity to Essex’s shops, dining, marinas, and outdoor recreation complete the offering. An exceptional opportunity to create a truly unique coastal home or creative retreat in one of the North Shore’s most loved seaside villages.— LandVest, Inc., Ipswich

Key details

  • 1,114 sq ft
  • 6,098 lot sq ft
  • 1 beds
  • 0 baths
  • 1963 built
  • $561 / sq ft
  • $9,739 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠4⁠5⁠7⁠0⁠7⁠7⁠
Last updated
Address
162 Main St
Town
Essex, MA
ZIP
01929
Deed (Bk/Pg)
14952 / 399

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Neligan and Neligan Antiques · includes ESS.220, ESS.219, ESS.222, ESS.M

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Essex

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.