OFF MARKET

Off market dec 2015 for $925K

$1,585,006

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,633/mo

•

4,088

sq ft

8 Spring St, Essex, MA 01929

About this home

"The Aaron Cogswell House " an Authentic Victorian, built in 1908 by Shipbuilders and designed by George Swan.This amazing property has been meticulously restored by local master craftsman Mark Richey.Exceptional custom craftsmanship and attention to every detail is evident thru out the property.The kitchen, spacious and bright, showcases custom cabinetry made with a unique Bubinga wood,ebony pulls and granite counter tops. Appliances are high end, sub zero fridge, 5 burner gas stove and bosch dw. Large Mahogany French doors open from the breakfast nook onto a pleasant screened porch overlooking a brick patio and garden. The main level includes a formal dining room with a custom crafted china cabinet, the living room showcases an original hand carved fire place mantel, the family room with a ceramic wood stove, formal entry, laundry and a full bath.The second level has 4 spacious bedrooms and a large home office. The third floor suite has many uses including a rock climbing wall.

Single-familyProperty Type

1908Year Built

0.49 acresLot Size

$388Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

6 spacesParking

Listed by Karen Bernier • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Manchester

Bought with Nancy Winslow • Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Manchester

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•Source:MLS PIN #71916073

Redfin Estimate

$1,585,006

$660K since sold in December 2015$9,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 3.9% higher than the average sale price ($1.52M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 22, 2026
$650,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths2,978 sq ft
166 Pine St, Manchester by the Sea, MA 01944
SOLD OCT 19, 2026
$700,000
B
4 beds2 baths2,278 sq ft
224 Echo Cove Rd, South Hamilton, MA 01982
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$2,325,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths3,681 sq ft
16 Woodholm Rd, Manchester by the Sea, MA 01944
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$2,100,000
D
5 beds3 baths3,162 sq ft
11 Woodholm Rd, Manchester by the Sea, MA 01944
SOLD JUN 11, 2026
$2,150,000
E
5 beds2.5 baths3,592 sq ft
14 North St, Manchester by the Sea, MA 01944
SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$1,225,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths3,811 sq ft
6 Northgate Rd, Ipswich, MA 01938

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Market trends in 01929, MA

Last updated October 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

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7 MoM

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Sale history for 8 Spring St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$18,075 (−0.1%)

$313,300 + $988,900

$1,302,200

2022

$18,094 (+1.4%)

$256,300 + $896,200

$1,152,500

2021

$17,849 (+12.0%)

$233,500 + $896,200

$1,129,700

2020

$15,933 (+12.7%)

$226,700 + $751,400

$978,100

2019

$14,137 (+4.5%)

$226,700 + $693,100

$919,800

2018

$13,533 (+2.3%)

$226,700 + $636,400

$863,100

2017

$13,223 (+74.0%)

$226,700 + $636,400

$863,100

2016

$7,600 (+3.1%)

$210,400 + $271,500

$481,900

2015

$7,375 (+1.2%)

$206,800 + $271,500

$478,300

2014

$7,289 (−9.9%)

$206,800 + $271,500

$478,300

2013

$8,090 (−7.6%)

$250,000 + $284,000

$534,000

2012

$8,759 (+1.9%)

$262,200 + $346,500

$608,700

2011

$8,594

$269,300 + $361,700

$631,000

2010

$8,594 (+15.9%)

$269,300 + $361,700

$631,000

2009

$7,414

$269,300 + $353,700

$623,000

Tax history for 8 Spring St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$18,075 (−0.1%)

$313,300 + $988,900

$1,302,200

2022

$18,094 (+1.4%)

$256,300 + $896,200

$1,152,500

2021

$17,849 (+12.0%)

$233,500 + $896,200

$1,129,700

2020

$15,933 (+12.7%)

$226,700 + $751,400

$978,100

2019

$14,137 (+4.5%)

$226,700 + $693,100

$919,800

2018

$13,533 (+2.3%)

$226,700 + $636,400

$863,100

2017

$13,223 (+74.0%)

$226,700 + $636,400

$863,100

2016

$7,600 (+3.1%)

$210,400 + $271,500

$481,900

2015

$7,375 (+1.2%)

$206,800 + $271,500

$478,300

2014

$7,289 (−9.9%)

$206,800 + $271,500

$478,300

2013

$8,090 (−7.6%)

$250,000 + $284,000

$534,000

2012

$8,759 (+1.9%)

$262,200 + $346,500

$608,700

2011

$8,594

$269,300 + $361,700

$631,000

2010

$8,594 (+15.9%)

$269,300 + $361,700

$631,000

2009

$7,414

$269,300 + $353,700

$623,000

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.49 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

4,604

Year built

1905

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

1887703

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 192
Length: 16
Width: 12
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 182
Length: 14
Width: 13
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: Third
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Low Flow Toilet

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Area: 210
Length: 14
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Family Room Information
Area: 210
Length: 14
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 221
Length: 17
Width: 13
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 270
Length: 18
Width: 15
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,French Doors,Exterior Access,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Office Room Information
Area: 238
Length: 17
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 5X6
Laundry Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, First Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Window(s) - Stained Glass, Skylight, Storm Window(s), Screens
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Pine, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Countertops - Upgraded, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Entry Hall, Foyer, Home Office, Center Hall, Bonus Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,088
Foundation Details: Granite
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Lead Paint: None, Certified Treated

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened, Patio
Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Porch, Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Outdoor Shower, Stone Wall

Pool Information
Has Spa
Spa Features: Private

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.49
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public, Dead End
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,375.39
Tax Year: 2015

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Other

Location

Location Information
Directions: MAIN TO SPRING STREET
UnparsedAddress: 8 Spring Street, Essex MA 01929

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,604
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.49 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1905
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1887703

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Essex Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

6/10

Manchester Essex Regional Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi

8/10

Manchester Essex Regional High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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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 92° 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

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Essex, MA • 01929

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Sun exposure

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

$1.51M – $1.82M

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Home values near 8 Spring St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
4 Spring Street, Essex, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2600 Sq. Ft.	$825,186
8 John Wise Avenue, Essex, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2278 Sq. Ft.	$849,376

Address	Redfin Estimate
10 Spring Street, Essex, MA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3014 Sq. Ft.	$958,023
2 John Wise Avenue, Essex, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3000 Sq. Ft.	$1,125,465

Address	Redfin Estimate
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6 John Wise Avenue, Essex, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1600 Sq. Ft.	$766,277

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