OFF MARKET

Off market jan 2017 for $1.6M

$2,161,868

•

3,166

sq ft

51 Abel's Island Rd, Essex, MA 01929

About this home

A rare offering on Abel’s Island along the shores of Essex Bay features privacy, a custom, shingled contemporary with direct marsh front access, and deeded rights to a shared dock. The property, sited on 2.17± acres has panoramic views of the river, Hog Island, and Cranes Beach. The home built in 2011, is comprised of just over 3,000 square feet of living area with 3+ bedrooms and 2.5 baths, and features a bright and open layout with walls of windows and water views from nearly every room. Highlights include a chef’s kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances and a third floor master suite with office, and several porches and decks with views of the serene surroundings. The professionally landscaped grounds include custom stonework, flowering plants and shrubs, natural rock outcroppings, and mature trees that frame the landscape. A true opportunity to own a peaceful retreat with all the bells and whistles on private, Abel’s Island.

Single-familyProperty Type

2011Year Built

2.17 acresLot Size

$683Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Lanse Robb • LandVest, Inc.

Bought with John Farrell • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Beverly

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•Source:MLS PIN #72085325

Redfin Estimate

$2,161,868

$537K since sold in January 2017$2,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 57.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.37M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$1,525,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths3,747 sq ft
199 John Wise Ave, Essex, MA 01929
SOLD NOV 21, 2025
$1,729,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths3,308 sq ft
2 Riverview Hl, Essex, MA 01929
SOLD SEP 23, 2026
$1,234,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,102 sq ft
8 Lufkin Point Rd, Essex, MA 01929
SOLD SEP 1, 2026
$1,699,001
D
3 beds2.5 baths3,970 sq ft
8 Schooner Rdg, Gloucester, MA 01930
SOLD OCT 15, 2026
$1,175,000
E
2 beds2.5 baths2,758 sq ft
214 Echo Cove Rd, South Hamilton, MA 01982
SOLD AUG 21, 2026
$875,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,102 sq ft
31 Forest Ave, Essex, MA 01929

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Market trends in 01929, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.4%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$847K

$83K MoM

Avg. days on market

37d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

7 MoM

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Sale history for 51 Abel's Island Rd

Public record

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Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

M:15 L:9A

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Last updated by owner on May 29, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Third

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Third

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: First

Living Room Information
Level: First

Dining Room Information
Level: First

Kitchen Information
Level: First

Office Room Information
Level: Second

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Home Office, Mud Room, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,166
Foundation Area: 99,999
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Covered
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Cistern Water Storage

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Water Conservation: Water Recycling
Security Features: Security System
Has Waterview

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 2.17
Lot Features: Cleared, Level
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
WaterfrontYN: Yes

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $16,964
Tax Year: 2016

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Radiant, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Pass Lebaron Rd., next left at the arrows; follow to #51
UnparsedAddress: 51 Abel's Island Road, Essex MA 01929

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: M:15 L:9A

Home facts updated by county records on May 29, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: See Broker For List
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Essex Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi

6/10

Manchester Essex Regional Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi

8/10

Manchester Essex Regional High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

10/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance 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

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 91° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

8/10 Wind Factor

80% 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

Essex, MA • 01929

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$2.05M – $2.49M

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Home values near 51 Abel's Island Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
46-48 Island Road, Essex, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3838 Sq. Ft.	$1,668,654
72 Island Road, Essex, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4216 Sq. Ft.	$2,118,138

Address	Redfin Estimate
32 Island Road, Essex, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2178 Sq. Ft.	$1,085,943
76 Island Road, Essex, MA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 5270 Sq. Ft.	$3,094,155

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