Remarkable historic SF home w/water views & accessory apt. in Beverly’s waterfront district. Built in 1775 by Captain Edmund Giles, it retains many period details & features major renovations: new full insulation, restored wooden windows, new storm windows, all new wooden siding, new 200 amp electric service & mini-split ductless A/C units. Wide plank flooring, wainscoting, an elegant front staircase & 2 fireplaces are a few of the historic highlights. 1st Fl. updated kitchen w/Viking stove, granite counters & stainless steel appliances, & a fireplaced living room and a dining room, full bath, TV room & laundry. 2nd Fl. includes: 2 bedrooms, one w/en suite bathroom & accessory apt. w/separate entrance - perfect for au pair, in-laws or returning adult children. Access your "Beacon Hill" secluded courtyard/garden space & 2 car off street parking from the kitchen. Walk to Tuck Point beach, Marinas, Beverly's restaurants, Shops, Cafes & Commuter rail.
Single-familyProperty Type
1775Year Built
2,480 sq ftLot Size
$452Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by The Mitchell Team• Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Bought with The Susan Schale Team• Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Historic Home with accessory apartment in Beverly's Waterfront neighborhood, Fish Flake Hill, this Circa 1775, 10 room sea captains home was built by Captain Edmund Giles. Thoughtfully updated, it still retains much of the charm and ambiance of yesteryear. Wide planked floors, wainscoting, detailed staircase and period fireplaces are a few of the highlights of this classic and handsome home. All updated kitchens & baths! Viking stove, granite and stainless in main kitchen, with French door to ‘Beacon Hill’ style courtyard . The second floor boasts master with en suite bathroom. The accessory apartment with separate entrance is perfect for au pair, in-laws or returning adult children. If desired, the flexible floor plan could accommodate a first floor master and a home business. Just steps to sandy beaches, marinas, the waterfront district, restaurants, shops, cafes, commuter rail and Salem. This could be just the LIFESTYLE location you’ve been looking for!
MLS PIN #71051404
Jun 30, 2010
Sold
$350,000
$153/sq ft
May 11, 2010
Contingent
—
Apr 8, 2010
Price Changed
$350,000
$153/sq ft
Mar 22, 2010
Listed
$369,000
$162/sq ft
Early colonial home in choice, untouched condition. Built by Captain Edmond Giles, 1775. Visit this remarkable piece of authentic history.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,540 (+7.1%)
$365,000 + $304,600
$669,600
2022
$7,038 (+0.5%)
$273,700 + $304,600
$578,300
2021
$7,003 (+5.7%)
$260,900 + $290,500
$551,400
2020
$6,623 (+5.7%)
$225,700 + $290,500
$516,200
2019
$6,264 (+4.2%)
$186,000 + $288,200
$474,200
2018
$6,010 (+9.5%)
$148,800 + $293,100
$441,900
2017
$5,489 (−0.8%)
$111,600 + $272,800
$384,400
2016
$5,532 (+2.0%)
$111,600 + $272,800
$384,400
2015
$5,424 (+1.8%)
$111,600 + $272,800
$384,400
2014
$5,327 (+3.8%)
$102,900 + $273,300
$376,200
2013
$5,131 (+5.2%)
$102,900 + $273,300
$376,200
2012
$4,879 (+3.5%)
$102,900 + $273,300
$376,200
2011
$4,715 (+2.0%)
$106,600 + $273,300
$379,900
2010
$4,621 (−1.6%)
$124,000 + $273,300
$397,300
2009
$4,697
$159,200 + $273,300
$432,500
Tax history for 26 Front St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,540 (+7.1%)
$365,000 + $304,600
$669,600
2022
$7,038 (+0.5%)
$273,700 + $304,600
$578,300
2021
$7,003 (+5.7%)
$260,900 + $290,500
$551,400
2020
$6,623 (+5.7%)
$225,700 + $290,500
$516,200
2019
$6,264 (+4.2%)
$186,000 + $288,200
$474,200
2018
$6,010 (+9.5%)
$148,800 + $293,100
$441,900
2017
$5,489 (−0.8%)
$111,600 + $272,800
$384,400
2016
$5,532 (+2.0%)
$111,600 + $272,800
$384,400
2015
$5,424 (+1.8%)
$111,600 + $272,800
$384,400
2014
$5,327 (+3.8%)
$102,900 + $273,300
$376,200
2013
$5,131 (+5.2%)
$102,900 + $273,300
$376,200
2012
$4,879 (+3.5%)
$102,900 + $273,300
$376,200
2011
$4,715 (+2.0%)
$106,600 + $273,300
$379,900
2010
$4,621 (−1.6%)
$124,000 + $273,300
$397,300
2009
$4,697
$159,200 + $273,300
$432,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,614 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,282
Year built
1775
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
4179485
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
RMD
LHD
Multi-Family Residential District
The RMD Multifamily District is established to provide for multifamily residences at medium density. Related recreational, agricultural, and educational facilities are allowed under special conditions.
Zone overlays
FISH FLAKE HISTORIC DISTRICT
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Museum / gallery
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Tandem, Stone/Gravel