This 2.65 acre sanctuary is prominently sited offering great ocean views and is a short walk (1+ miles) to White Beach and Kettle Cove. The interior radiates a warm sophistication that is accented by dramatic architectural features including soaring wooden cathedral ceilings, a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and handsome dark hardware floors. Open lofts provide interior grandeur and there is an elegant, granite kitchen with custom cabinets and solarium. Glass abounds throughout streaming natural light and providing beautiful views. The finished sun room, with beamed wooden ceiling, offers relaxed living and there is a fun game room with slate pool table. The luxurious master suite includes a cathedral, wooden ceiling and updated bath with tile shower/whirlpool tub. Other amenities include a formal dining room, cozy sitting room with stone fireplace, updated tile baths, a two car garage, radiant heat (partial), steam shower, and generator.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
2.65 acresLot Size
$591Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Andrea Osbon• Churchill Properties
Bought with Holly Baldassare• J. Barrett & Company
*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
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
115,567
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,613
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
2016161
Parking Spaces
8
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Mar 19, 2022.
Aug 12, 2025 • Active
Building
Repair rotted siding, replace windows, and repaint the exterior of the building.
Remodel
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Slider, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Cedar Closet(s), Sun Room, Game Room, Home Office, Loft, Central Vacuum, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Wooded, Underground Storage Tank, Gentle Sloping
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,793.20
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Pellet Stove, Wood Stove
Location
Location Information
Directions: Route 127, Magnolia Ave. right on Overledge, left on Big Rock
UnparsedAddress: 1 Big Rock Rd, Manchester MA 01944
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,613
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 8
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 2.65 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2016161
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Mar 19, 2022
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Manchester Memorial Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
8/10
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
8/10
Manchester Essex Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
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 91° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Manchester by the Sea, MA • 01944
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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.
9 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$2.03M – $2.46M
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