Waterfront homes for sale & real estate in Essex County, MA

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Waterfront Home for sale in Essex County, MA:
Some homes are hard to leave. After a year of thoughtful updates, a work relocation has the owners passing this ocean-view Colonial on to its next lucky owner, sooner than they ever planned. Set on a quiet rise just steps from a public beach, this 1930 home offers ocean views from almost every window, so the water is part of daily life from morning coffee to evening sunsets over the Boston skyline. It pairs classic character with modern comfort and efficiency. A large tiled vestibule for greeting guests and gracious entry hall open to a sun-filled main level with hardwood floors and an easy, open flow. The 22-foot living room is framed by picture and bay windows overlooking the ocean and Bo

$899,999

3 beds2.5 baths2,039 sq ft

8 Ocean View Rd, Swampscott, MA 01907

Coffered ceilings • Ocean view • Brick fireplace

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Waterfront Home for sale in Essex County, MA:
* * Open House Showings Only: Sat & Sunday 12-1:30pm * * Contractors, Investors, and Buyers — Rare Opportunity! Two Choices: 1. Renovate and Resell for profit. or. .. . 2. Renovate to create your dream home at a discount! The last sale on the street sold $1,090,000 in August 2024 (6 Lattof Farm Circle). Tucked at the end of a highly desired cul-de-sac, this Colonial Home offers three levels of living space, two ensuite bathrooms, flat backyard and an in-ground pool. Some but not all needed work includes a new roof (no known leaks), updated upstairs bathrooms (shower stall leak), refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, carpet, fence and a landscaping refresh. The pool filt

$799,900

3 beds2.5 baths3,232 sq ft

1 Lattof Farm Cir, Rockport, MA 01966

Flat backyard • In ground pool • New roof

OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 12:30PM

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Waterfront Home for sale in Essex County, MA:
117 Harris St in Methuen, MA, presents a thoughtfully reimagined single-family residence. Constructed in 1950 and encompassing 1,328 square feet of living space, this home has been completely remodeled to offer a modern standard of living while honoring its traditional architectural roots. The heart of the home is a recently updated kitchen, designed for both efficiency and connection. This space is equipped with high-quality stainless steel appliances and durable stone counters, with a central peninsula that facilitates a natural flow for meal preparation and casual dining. The residence includes two bedrooms, one of which is enhanced by the convenience of a dedicated ensuite bathroom. Thi

$479,000

2 beds2 baths1,328 sq ft

117 Harris St, Methuen, MA 01844

Private pool • Private yard • Updated kitchen

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Waterfront Home for sale in Essex County, MA:
Experience modern living and timeless Salem charm in this updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Penthouse featuring exclusive access to your private rooftop deck. The home boasts an open-concept kitchen and living area complete with stainless steel appliances, a kitchen island, a beverage area and ample cabinet space with direct access to the rooftop deck. The spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet and an attached bath with a double vanity and shower. Additional features include hardwood flooring throughout, central air conditioning, a spacious second bedroom, a full second bathroom, and the convenience of in-unit laundry. The highly desirable Perkins House features a patio area perfect for

$549,995

2 beds2 baths1,168 sq ft

6 Linden St #3, Salem, MA 01970

Private rooftop deck • Hardwood flooring • Open-concept kitchen

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Waterfront Home for sale in Essex County, MA:
Located in the heart of downtown Ipswich, just over the iconic Choate Bridge on South Main Street, this spacious 1-bedroom offers an open floor plan, a large bedroom with walk-in closet, oversized bathroom, and convenient in-unit laundry. Lots of storage in both the unit and building, plus direct access to the Ipswich River and a front-row seat to the annual Ipswich Illuminations event. Walk to the train station, morning coffee, restaurants, and shops. Move-in ready and an excellent opportunity for both owner-occupants and investors looking for a well-located property in downtown Ipswich. Are you going to claim this Resident Crane Beach sticker? Showing by appointment only.

$324,900

1 bed1 bath542 sq ft

23 South Main St #5, Ipswich, MA 01938

Open floor plan • In unit laundry • Walk in closet

Property at 44 Birch St, Lynn, MA 01902, 2 beds, 2 baths

$725,000

2 beds2 baths1,736 sq ft

44 Birch St, Lynn, MA 01902

Property at 35 Old Nugent Farm Rd #35, Gloucester, MA 01930, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$1,100,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,335 sq ft

35 Old Nugent Farm Rd #35, Gloucester, MA 01930

Property at 95 High St, Newburyport, MA 01950, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$2,995,000

4 beds3.5 baths3,290 sq ft

95 High St, Newburyport, MA 01950

Property at 25 Forest Rd, Salisbury, MA 01952, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$749,000

4 beds2.5 baths2,042 sq ft

25 Forest Rd, Salisbury, MA 01952

Property at 17 Armory St, Methuen, MA 01844, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$429,900

2 beds1.5 baths1,170 sq ft

17 Armory St, Methuen, MA 01844

Property at 15 Lincoln Ct, Amesbury, MA 01913, 3 beds, 2 baths

$569,000

3 beds2 baths1,532 sq ft

15 Lincoln Ct, Amesbury, MA 01913

Property at 9 Gardner St #3, Salem, MA 01970, 2 beds, 1 bath

$419,900

2 beds1 bath898 sq ft

9 Gardner St #3, Salem, MA 01970

Property at 48 Beach Rd, Salisbury, MA 01952, 4 beds, 3 baths

$859,900

4 beds3 baths2,514 sq ft

48 Beach Rd, Salisbury, MA 01952

Property at 48 Beach Rd Unit C, Salisbury, MA 01952, 4 beds, 3 baths

$859,900

4 beds3 baths2,514 sq ft

48 Beach Rd Unit C, Salisbury, MA 01952

Property at 95 High St #3, Newburyport, MA 01950, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$2,995,000

4 beds3.5 baths3,290 sq ft

95 High St #3, Newburyport, MA 01950

Property at 13 Straitsmouth Way, Rockport, MA 01966, 3 beds, 2 baths

$749,000

3 beds2 baths1,274 sq ft

13 Straitsmouth Way, Rockport, MA 01966

Property at 2 Briggs St #3, Salem, MA 01970, 1 bed, 1 bath

$419,000

1 bed1 bath1,065 sq ft

2 Briggs St #3, Salem, MA 01970

Property at 7 Louise St, Newburyport, MA 01950, 2 beds, 2 baths

$1,199,000

2 beds2 baths1,305 sq ft

7 Louise St, Newburyport, MA 01950

Property at 4 Stuart Rd, Gloucester, MA 01930, 3 beds, 2 baths

$789,900

3 beds2 baths1,453 sq ft

4 Stuart Rd, Gloucester, MA 01930

Property at 6 Rockland Rd, Marblehead, MA 01945, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$1,099,000

4 beds2.5 baths3,228 sq ft

6 Rockland Rd, Marblehead, MA 01945

Property at 108 Hart St, Beverly, MA 01915, 2 beds, 2 baths

$799,900

2 beds2 baths1,938 sq ft

108 Hart St, Beverly, MA 01915

Property at 5 Sandie Ln, Marblehead, MA 01945, 5 beds, 2.5 baths

$899,900

5 beds2.5 baths2,715 sq ft

5 Sandie Ln, Marblehead, MA 01945

Property at 9 62, Newburyport, MA 01950, 3 beds, 2 baths

$1,490,000

3 beds2 baths2,826 sq ft

9 62, Newburyport, MA 01950

Property at 12 Oakmont Rd, Beverly, MA 01915, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$650,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,338 sq ft

12 Oakmont Rd, Beverly, MA 01915

Property at 53 Jessie St, Swampscott, MA 01907, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$774,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,700 sq ft

53 Jessie St, Swampscott, MA 01907

Property at 120 Galloupes Point Rd, Swampscott, MA 01907, 4 beds, 4 baths

$3,250,000

4 beds4 baths6,300 sq ft

120 Galloupes Point Rd, Swampscott, MA 01907

Property at 83 Pleasant St #5, Marblehead, MA 01945, 1 bed, 1 bath

$324,000

1 bed1 bath528 sq ft

83 Pleasant St #5, Marblehead, MA 01945

Property at 7 Rockwood Heights Rd, Manchester-by-the-sea, MA 01944, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,150,000

4 beds3.5 baths2,702 sq ft

7 Rockwood Heights Rd, Manchester-by-the-sea, MA 01944

Property at 25 Lynde #4, Salem, MA 01970, 2 beds, 2 baths

$515,000

2 beds2 baths942 sq ft

25 Lynde #4, Salem, MA 01970

Property at 5 Autumn Ln, Rockport, MA 01966, 3 beds, 2 baths

$1,025,000

3 beds2 baths1,721 sq ft

5 Autumn Ln, Rockport, MA 01966

Property at 36 Granite St, Rockport, MA 01966, 2 beds, 1 bath

$825,000

2 beds1 bath1,061 sq ft

36 Granite St, Rockport, MA 01966

Property at 140 School St, Manchester By The Sea, MA 01944, 5 beds, 3 baths

$1,325,000

5 beds3 baths3,776 sq ft

140 School St, Manchester By The Sea, MA 01944

Property at 3 Autumn Ln, Rockport, MA 01966, 5 beds, 2.5 baths

$1,299,000

5 beds2.5 baths2,025 sq ft

3 Autumn Ln, Rockport, MA 01966

Property at 17 Central St #2, Salem, MA 01970, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$895,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,058 sq ft

17 Central St #2, Salem, MA 01970

Property at 107 Leach St #3, Salem, MA 01970, 2 beds, 2 baths

$709,900

2 beds2 baths1,012 sq ft

107 Leach St #3, Salem, MA 01970

Property at 285 Lynn Shore Dr #107, Lynn, MA 01902, 1 bed, 1 bath

$179,000

1 bed1 bath432 sq ft

285 Lynn Shore Dr #107, Lynn, MA 01902

Property at 184 Western Ave, Essex, MA 01929, 6 beds, 3 baths

$1,674,000

6 beds3 baths4,292 sq ft

184 Western Ave, Essex, MA 01929

Property at 349 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, MA 01945, 5 beds, 5.5 baths

$7,495,000

5 beds5.5 baths6,562 sq ft

349 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, MA 01945

Property at 2 Waters St #2, Salem, MA 01970, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$599,990

2 beds2.5 baths1,355 sq ft

2 Waters St #2, Salem, MA 01970

Property at 50 Sevinor Rd, Marblehead, MA 01945, 5 beds, 3 baths

$1,349,000

5 beds3 baths2,391 sq ft

50 Sevinor Rd, Marblehead, MA 01945

Property at 37 Estes St, Lynn, MA 01902, 8 beds, 4.5 baths

$1,175,000

8 beds4.5 baths3,442 sq ft

37 Estes St, Lynn, MA 01902

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Waterfront Homes for Sale in Essex County

There are currently 619 waterfront homes for sale in Essex County at a median listing price of $727K. Some of these homes are "Hot Homes," meaning they're likely to sell quickly. Most homes for sale in Essex County stay on the market for 40 days and receive 1 offers. This map is refreshed with the newest listings in Essex County every 15 minutes.

In the past month, 599 homes have been sold in Essex County. In addition to houses in Essex County, there were also 412 condos, 320 townhouses, and 208 multi-family units for sale in Essex County last month. Find your dream home in Essex County using the tools above. Use filters to narrow your search by price, square feet, beds, and baths to find homes that fit your criteria. Our top-rated real estate agents in Essex County are local experts and are ready to answer your questions about properties, neighborhoods, schools, and the newest listings for sale in Essex County. If you're looking to sell your home in the Essex County area, our listing agents can help you get the best price. Redfin is redefining real estate and the home buying process in Essex County with industry-leading technology, full-service agents, and lower fees that provide a better value for Redfin buyers and sellers.

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