SOLD FEB 3, 2026

Off market feb 2026 for $779K

$981,586

•

2,114

sq ft

153 Main St, Wenham, MA 01984

About this home

The Gott-Porter House c.1697, a remarkable property located in the heart of Wenham Historic District. This elegant 4 bedroom 1 1/2 bath antique colonial is being offered for the first time in 47 years. The house is sited on a beautiful 1.10-acre parcel of land, complete with a sizable barn offering plenty of storage, a historic shoemaker's shed, stone walls and a large yard filled with mature plantings that create a gardener's oasis. Wide pine floors original to the home, period details, and fireplaces in each room bring a sense of warmth and comfort. This home has an abundance of character with endless potential to be taken to the next level. Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of history and create your own legacy in one of the North Shore's greatest communities. Please note that this property is being sold "as is".

Single-familyProperty Type

1697Year Built

1.09 acresLot Size

$464Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by George Needham • GLN & Company, LLC

Bought with Team GLN & Co. • GLN & Company, LLC

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•Source:MLS PIN #73457882

Redfin Estimate

$981,586

$203K since sold in February 2026$28K since October

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This home's estimate is 8% higher than the average sale price ($909K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$917,000
A
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SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$965,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,768 sq ft
84 Pleasant St, Wenham, MA 01984
SOLD NOV 2, 2026
$825,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,418 sq ft
86 Union St, South Hamilton, MA 01982
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$932,500
D
3 beds2 baths2,075 sq ft
14 Bruce Ln, Wenham, MA 01984
SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$900,000
E
4 beds1.5 baths1,866 sq ft
20 Perkins St, Wenham, MA 01984
SOLD MAY 20, 2026
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F
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Market trends in 01984, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

103.7%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$1.1M

$90K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

New listings for sale

$454,006
2 beds1.5 baths957 sq ft
802 Old Country Rd #802, Wenham, MA 01984
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Sale history for 153 Main St

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73457882

Feb 3, 2026

Sold

$779,000

$368/sq ft

Dec 17, 2025

Contingent

—

Nov 26, 2025

Listed

$779,000

$368/sq ft

MLS PIN #73349113

May 15, 2025

Sold

$775,000

$367/sq ft

Mar 31, 2025

Contingent

—

Mar 24, 2025

Listed

$699,000

$331/sq ft

+30

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,832 (−8.8%)

$601,900 + $137,700

$739,600

2022

$14,064 (+5.9%)

$557,400 + $160,900

$718,300

2021

$13,282 (+8.7%)

$514,000 + $160,900

$674,900

2020

$12,218 (+5.1%)

$514,100 + $131,000

$645,100

2019

$11,625 (−15.4%)

$514,100 + $131,000

$645,100

2018

$13,741 (+2.5%)

$602,600 + $128,700

$731,300

2017

$13,405 (+8.0%)

$602,600 + $128,700

$731,300

2016

$12,417 (−3.3%)

$602,600 + $128,700

$731,300

2015

$12,844 (+9.9%)

$602,600 + $187,800

$790,400

2014

$11,690 (+1.3%)

$476,000 + $148,200

$624,200

2013

$11,535 (−3.9%)

$476,000 + $148,200

$624,200

2012

$12,004 (+8.6%)

$517,400 + $153,600

$671,000

2011

$11,054 (+3.1%)

$453,100 + $190,700

$643,800

2010

$10,722 (+8.7%)

$498,400 + $190,700

$689,100

2009

$9,860

$528,500 + $190,700

$719,200

Tax history for 153 Main St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$12,832 (−8.8%)

$601,900 + $137,700

$739,600

2022

$14,064 (+5.9%)

$557,400 + $160,900

$718,300

2021

$13,282 (+8.7%)

$514,000 + $160,900

$674,900

2020

$12,218 (+5.1%)

$514,100 + $131,000

$645,100

2019

$11,625 (−15.4%)

$514,100 + $131,000

$645,100

2018

$13,741 (+2.5%)

$602,600 + $128,700

$731,300

2017

$13,405 (+8.0%)

$602,600 + $128,700

$731,300

2016

$12,417 (−3.3%)

$602,600 + $128,700

$731,300

2015

$12,844 (+9.9%)

$602,600 + $187,800

$790,400

2014

$11,690 (+1.3%)

$476,000 + $148,200

$624,200

2013

$11,535 (−3.9%)

$476,000 + $148,200

$624,200

2012

$12,004 (+8.6%)

$517,400 + $153,600

$671,000

2011

$11,054 (+3.1%)

$453,100 + $190,700

$643,800

2010

$10,722 (+8.7%)

$498,400 + $190,700

$689,100

2009

$9,860

$528,500 + $190,700

$719,200

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.09 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,114

Year built

—

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

3219615

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Workshop in Garage, Carriage Shed, Barn, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - 1/4

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - 3/4

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Lighting - Sconce

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Picture

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Dirt Floor

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 8
Fireplace Features: Family Room

Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Wood, Tile

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,114
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Storage, Fruit Trees, Garden

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 2114
ADU: N

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 1.09
Waterfront Features: Ocean, Unknown To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,402
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Knob & Tube Wiring

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Buker
Middle Or Junior School: Mrms
High School: Hwrhs

Location Information
Directions: Main Street Wenham
UnparsedAddress: 153 Main St, Wenham MA 01984

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,114
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.09 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 3219615

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Bessie Buker Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

9/10

Miles River Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi

8/10

Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi

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 94° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

69% 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

Wenham, MA • 01984

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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4.4 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$933,000 – $1.13M

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Home values near 153 Main St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
182 Main St, Wenham, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2264 Sq. Ft.	$1,045,077
172 Main St, Wenham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2738 Sq. Ft.	$1,134,291
158 Main St, Wenham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2084 Sq. Ft.	$817,992
149 Main St, Wenham, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2251 Sq. Ft.	$1,394,542
161 Main St, Wenham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3056 Sq. Ft.	$1,348,142
151 Main St, Wenham, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3612 Sq. Ft.	$1,297,005
7 Perkins St, Wenham, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1344 Sq. Ft.	$769,811

Address	Redfin Estimate
180 Main St, Wenham, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2555 Sq. Ft.	$1,054,103
170 Main St, Wenham, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 775 Sq. Ft.	$683,459
145 Main St, Wenham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1936 Sq. Ft.	$886,332
155 Main St, Wenham, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2758 Sq. Ft.	$1,368,639
163 Main St, Wenham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1841 Sq. Ft.	$1,131,230
8 Ellis Ave, Wenham, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2369 Sq. Ft.	$1,101,868
9 Perkins St, Wenham, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2163 Sq. Ft.	$968,730

Address	Redfin Estimate
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