This waterfront home with a tidal dock offers coastal living at its finest. With its breathtaking views, seamless indoor-outdoor flow, and the ability to explore the bay right from your own dock, this home embodies the allure of waterfront living and coastal lifestyle. Approaching the home, you are immediately struck by the captivating sight of the bay stretching out before you, and the grounds: a landscaping masterpiece. The home’s exterior features warm cedar shingles, large windows, and wrap-around deck. Stepping inside, you are greeted by an open & airy living space bathed in natural light that effortlessly combines contemporary elements with coastal charm. The gorgeous kitchen, comfy sunroom, dining area and living room with marble FP all enjoy intoxicating views. Each of the 3 bedrooms offer ensuite baths ensuring privacy for guests. In addition, a 1-room detached “cottage” is perfect for a studio, yoga, or playroom. An outdoor shower completes this incredible package.
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
0.48 acresLot Size
$1,305Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Barbara Dugan• Engel & Volkers By the Sea
Privately situated on Lufkin Point overlooking Essex Bay and Ipswich Bay, this stunning contemporary is a rare opportunity to live the luxury seaside life of your dreams. Perched above a rocky shoreline, this well maintained shingle-style home provides stunning, unobstructed views of Crane Beach and Coffins Beach with open ocean in-between. The open main floor is ideal for entertaining. The master bedroom with en suite overlooks the water; stunning views. The gorgeous mahogany deck wraps 3 sides of the home, providing the kind of indoor/outdoor living quintessential to a New England oceanfront lifestyle of luxury. The privately owned dock accommodates a power boat and jet ski. The detached guest house could be the perfect art studio, yoga studio, or movie room; the possibilities await your vision. When you welcome this waterfront gem into your family, you will give the priceless gift of a lifetime of memories.
Public Records
Jun 4, 2009
Sold
$1,520,000
$630/sq ft
MLS PIN #70798741
Jun 4, 2009
Listing Removed
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Jun 4, 2009
Sold
$1,520,000
$630/sq ft
Apr 9, 2009
Contingent
—
Mar 3, 2009
Price Changed
$1,695,000
$702/sq ft
Jul 29, 2008
Listed
$1,850,000
$766/sq ft
Tucked away at the end of a private road, this waterfront, shingle-style, Contemporary is sited on Lufkin Point and offers 260 degree sweeping views of the Essex River, Crane Beach, Wingaersheek Beach, marshland, Sandy Barrier Beach and islands. This sun-filled residence, built in 1997, features water views from nearly every room. This private, enchanting oasis features landscaping reminiscent of a Japanese garden and includes a separate waterfront, one-room cottage and dock.
MLS PIN #30423850
Nov 1, 2000
Sold
$1,500,000
$621/sq ft
Sep 26, 2000
Listing Removed
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Jun 26, 2000
Listed
$1,700,000
$704/sq ft
Public Records
May 22, 1991
Sold
$285,000
$118/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$27,123 (+5.0%)
$1,207,000 + $747,100
$1,954,100
2022
$25,820 (−0.6%)
$1,041,400 + $603,200
$1,644,600
2021
$25,985 (+6.6%)
$1,041,400 + $603,200
$1,644,600
2020
$24,381 (+6.0%)
$1,010,000 + $486,700
$1,496,700
2019
$23,004 (+2.0%)
$1,010,000 + $486,700
$1,496,700
2018
$22,557 (+2.4%)
$987,100 + $451,500
$1,438,600
2017
$22,039 (+20.5%)
$987,100 + $451,500
$1,438,600
2016
$18,285 (+3.5%)
$722,100 + $437,400
$1,159,500
2015
$17,670 (+1.2%)
$708,500 + $437,400
$1,145,900
2014
$17,464
$708,500 + $437,400
$1,145,900
2013
$17,450 (+4.0%)
$708,500 + $443,300
$1,151,800
2012
$16,780 (+2.6%)
$722,800 + $443,300
$1,166,100
2011
$16,351
$743,200 + $457,300
$1,200,500
2010
$16,351 (+32.6%)
$743,200 + $457,300
$1,200,500
2009
$12,330
$743,200 + $292,900
$1,036,100
Tax history for 51 Lufkin Pt
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$27,123 (+5.0%)
$1,207,000 + $747,100
$1,954,100
2022
$25,820 (−0.6%)
$1,041,400 + $603,200
$1,644,600
2021
$25,985 (+6.6%)
$1,041,400 + $603,200
$1,644,600
2020
$24,381 (+6.0%)
$1,010,000 + $486,700
$1,496,700
2019
$23,004 (+2.0%)
$1,010,000 + $486,700
$1,496,700
2018
$22,557 (+2.4%)
$987,100 + $451,500
$1,438,600
2017
$22,039 (+20.5%)
$987,100 + $451,500
$1,438,600
2016
$18,285 (+3.5%)
$722,100 + $437,400
$1,159,500
2015
$17,670 (+1.2%)
$708,500 + $437,400
$1,145,900
2014
$17,464
$708,500 + $437,400
$1,145,900
2013
$17,450 (+4.0%)
$708,500 + $443,300
$1,151,800
2012
$16,780 (+2.6%)
$722,800 + $443,300
$1,166,100
2011
$16,351
$743,200 + $457,300
$1,200,500
2010
$16,351 (+32.6%)
$743,200 + $457,300
$1,200,500
2009
$12,330
$743,200 + $292,900
$1,036,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.48 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,414
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
1886847
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street