A rare opportunity to own the Joseph G. Prentiss House, circa 1854, originally built as a residence and shoe shop for local shoe manufacturer Joseph G. Prentiss. Rich in history and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this Greek Revival home beautifully blends period character with modern conveniences. The spacious first floor offers exceptional flow for everyday living and entertaining, with inviting nooks and gathering spaces throughout. Features include beautifully updated kitchen and baths, wide pine floors, double staircases, period details, gas heat, central A/C, great closet space, and an open fireplace shared by the living and dining rooms. The fireplaced family room with cathedral ceiling opens to a fenced corner lot with patio, garden area, and inground pool. The two-story lofted barn/garage offers exciting possibilities for a workshop, studio, storage, or future use. Convenient to major highways, restaurants, and shopping.
Single-familyProperty Type
1854Year Built
0.35 acresLot Size
$428Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Christine Rocha• Residential Realty Group
Est. $2,906 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 77 Centre St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73518145
Jun 24, 2026
Sold
$895,000
$428/sq ft
Jun 7, 2026
Pending
—
May 27, 2026
Contingent
—
May 13, 2026
Listed
$895,000
$428/sq ft
MLS PIN #71674416
Jun 30, 2014
Sold
$469,900
$225/sq ft
May 27, 2014
Contingent
—
May 2, 2014
Listed
$479,900
$229/sq ft
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Antique Lovers Dream, Located in the Heart of the Salem Village Historic District of Danvers. The Joseph Prentiss Home is a Historic Greek Revival (circa 1854) offers Space for Formal Entertaining as well as Casual Living. Features include 8’4” Ceilings, HW & Wide Pine Floors, Spiral Stair Case, Interior Chimney with a Open Fireplace to Both the Living Room and Dining Room. Country Style Kitchen with Staircase to the upper floor. Pediment Shaped Window Heads and a Recessed Off Center Front Entry and Gable Roof. Fenced in Corner Lot with a In-Ground Pool with Matured Trees and Gardens. Two Story 22x30 Lofted Barn that Offers Many Possibilities.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,867 (+3.2%)
$300,100 + $284,300
$584,400
2022
$6,654 (+6.1%)
$261,800 + $263,800
$525,600
2021
$6,270 (−4.8%)
$237,500 + $232,200
$469,700
2020
$6,585 (−1.4%)
$229,900 + $274,300
$504,200
2019
$6,680 (+7.0%)
$222,200 + $280,800
$503,000
2018
$6,245 (+0.7%)
$215,800 + $245,400
$461,200
2017
$6,204 (+3.6%)
$200,500 + $236,700
$437,200
2016
$5,990 (+4.8%)
$191,600 + $230,200
$421,800
2015
$5,716 (+16.4%)
$166,000 + $217,400
$383,400
2014
$4,909 (+2.1%)
$166,000 + $164,600
$330,600
2013
$4,807 (+2.3%)
$166,000 + $164,600
$330,600
2012
$4,700 (+4.0%)
$172,400 + $165,000
$337,400
2011
$4,521 (+2.5%)
$172,400 + $165,000
$337,400
2010
$4,409 (+1.7%)
$181,300 + $179,500
$360,800
2009
$4,336
$197,900 + $188,900
$386,800
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,092
Year built
1854
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
1877330
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Barn, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room
Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,092
Foundation Details: Stone, Irregular
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Gray/Black
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Pool - Inground, Barn/Stable, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 2092
Other Structures: Barn/Stable
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.35
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,278
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Highland Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Holten Richmond
High School: Danvers High School
Location Information
Directions: Route 1 to Centre Street.
UnparsedAddress: 77 Centre Street, Danvers MA 01923
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,092
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1854
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1877330
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4
Listing Information
Exclusions: Please See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Highlands Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
Holten Richmond Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
4/10
Danvers High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
65% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Danvers, MA • 01923
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
33
20
36
21
49
32
57
41
67
51
79
62
82
66
78
60
73
55
63
46
53
37
39
25
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Danvers. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$920,000 – $1.11M
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