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

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Waterfront Home for sale in Essex County, MA:
RARE OPPORTUNITY to acquire a sweet antique home situated on a generous Point Shore double lot on the exclusive, desirable and quiet "Old" Main St - with mature trees and stunning WATERFRONT VIEWS of the Merrimack River. Highlights of this 2-3 bedroom /2.5 bath property include hardwood floors throughout; an updated primary bathroom with beautifully tiled shower; small antique 2-story carriage barn/shed; a renovated IKEA kitchen with wine fridge and pantry storage; the fireplaced living room with built-in shelving to display treasures; and the sunroom where your gaze is continually drawn to calm blue water across the street. Private backyard includes small patio area and expansive

$925,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,771 sq ft

486 Main St, Amesbury, MA 01913

Waterfront views • 0.32 acre lot • Garage

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Waterfront Home for sale in Essex County, MA:
Soaring ceilings and exquisite period details define this gracious Victorian residence, where ocean breezes drift through expansive windows. Original hardwood floors flow throughout, complemented by ornate woodwork, vintage stained-glass windows, elegant pocket doors, and a stunning tiled fireplace. The chef's kitchen stands ready to inspire culinary creativity with its commercial-grade range and refined aesthetics. A front porch provides the perfect vantage point to catch refreshing sea breezes and savor quiet moments. The property's thoughtfully sized yard offers the perfect balance of outdoor enjoyment without demanding extensive upkeep, ideal for those who prefer spending time at nearby

$730,000

4 beds2 baths2,212 sq ft

41 Tudor St, Lynn, MA 01902

Water views • Front porch • Walk-up attic

NEW CONSTRUCTION

ABOUT THIS HOME
Waterfront Home for sale in Essex County, MA:
Attached Row House in 3 unit NEW CONSTRUCTION! Beautifully designed 3 bed 2.5 bath townhouse. Main level features open concept Kitchen /dining/ living room with custom fireplace. Designer kitchen cabinets, quartz solid countertops and backsplash. Stainless steel appliances. Induction, convection stove. Half bath rounds out 1st floor. Hardwood flooring, crown molding & designer finishes throughout. 2nd floor: 2 bedrooms, full tiled bath and Laundry. Top floor features Primary Bedroom with en-suite bath featuring designer tile. 2 car deeded tandem off street parking. High quality, energy efficient construction includes: Foam insulation, Architectural shingles, LP Smartside clapboard si

$639,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,160 sq ft

9 Swan St #2, Beverly, MA 01915

Open concept kitchen • Custom fireplace • 6,255 sq ft lot

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Waterfront Home for sale in Essex County, MA:
Effortless coastal living with stunning marina views! This turn-key 2-level completely renovated condo at Seaport Landing overlooks Nahant Marina and beyond. The main floor features an open-concept living/dining area and a beautifully renovated 2019 kitchen with sliders to a private balcony—perfect for enjoying the view—plus a half bath. Upstairs, two spacious bedrooms include new windows (2025 in the primary, 2016 in the second) and a brand-new skylight over the landing, filling the space with natural light. The primary suite offers harbor views and an attached bath, with laundry conveniently located on this level. Recent upgrades include a new HVAC system and new water heater&

$479,999

2 beds2.5 baths1,525 sq ft

154 Lynnway #520, Lynn, MA 01902

Brand-new skylight • Private balcony • Completely renovated

ABOUT THIS HOME
Waterfront Home for sale in Essex County, MA:
Sailor Stan’s has been an iconic landmark since 1977, offering the perfect blend of business opportunity and coastal living. The restaurant portion features seating for 34–36 guests, a welcoming outdoor deck, and a convenient half bath—ideal for continuing its long tradition as a beloved breakfast and lunch spot. The attached residential section offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a full kitchen, and a comfortable living area, all highlighted by second-floor views of picturesque Smith Cove. Outside, enjoy a charming side space perfect for a table and chairs set, providing a great spot to relax. While the property is in need of significant renovations and is being offered as is, it

$879,000

3 beds2 baths1,300 sq ft

1 Wonson St, Gloucester, MA 01930

Half bath • Outdoor deck • Second-floor views

Property at 13 Nahant St Unit 4C, Lynn, MA 01902, 2 beds, 2 baths

$479,000

2 beds2 baths1,123 sq ft

13 Nahant St Unit 4C, Lynn, MA 01902

Property at 4 Ballast Ln, Marblehead, MA 01945, 5 beds, 3.5 baths

$2,650,000

5 beds3.5 baths2,736 sq ft

4 Ballast Ln, Marblehead, MA 01945

Property at 11 Harbor St, Newburyport, MA 01950, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$1,900,000

2 beds1.5 baths1,745 sq ft

11 Harbor St, Newburyport, MA 01950

Property at 97 East Main St, Gloucester, MA 01930, 5 beds, 1 bath

$799,000

5 beds1 bath1,941 sq ft

97 East Main St, Gloucester, MA 01930

Property at 41 Dearborn St, Salem, MA 01970, 6 beds, 3 baths

$1,699,900

6 beds3 baths5,019 sq ft

41 Dearborn St, Salem, MA 01970

Property at 159 Bridge St, Manchester By The Sea, MA 01944, 6 beds, 7.5 baths

$5,495,000

6 beds7.5 baths8,742 sq ft

159 Bridge St, Manchester By The Sea, MA 01944

Property at 32 Park St, Salem, MA 01970, 9 beds, 3 baths

$950,000

9 beds3 baths2,345 sq ft

32 Park St, Salem, MA 01970

Property at 3 Colburn St, Gloucester, MA 01930, 6 beds, 5 baths

$3,536,900

6 beds5 baths5,306 sq ft

3 Colburn St, Gloucester, MA 01930

Property at 204 Elm, Amesbury, MA 01913, 3 beds, 2 baths

$684,900

3 beds2 baths2,082 sq ft

204 Elm, Amesbury, MA 01913

Property at 24 Wisteria St #2, Salem, MA 01970, 2 beds, 1 bath

$399,900

2 beds1 bath970 sq ft

24 Wisteria St #2, Salem, MA 01970

Property at 12 53rd St, Newburyport, MA 01950, 3 beds, 2 baths

$1,900,000

3 beds2 baths1,556 sq ft

12 53rd St, Newburyport, MA 01950

Property at 38 Chestnut St, Salem, MA 01970, 5 beds, 4.5 baths

$2,375,000

5 beds4.5 baths5,807 sq ft

38 Chestnut St, Salem, MA 01970

Property at 33 Middle St, Gloucester, MA 01930, 9 beds, 5 baths

$1,199,000

9 beds5 baths4,600 sq ft

33 Middle St, Gloucester, MA 01930

Property at 17 Pearl Rd, Nahant, MA 01908, 4 beds, 2 baths

$900,000

4 beds2 baths2,889 sq ft

17 Pearl Rd, Nahant, MA 01908

Property at 21 Emerton St #2, Salem, MA 01970, 4 beds, 3 baths

$684,000

4 beds3 baths1,663 sq ft

21 Emerton St #2, Salem, MA 01970

Property at 11 Seymour Ave #3, Lynn, MA 01902, 2 beds, 2 baths

$479,999

2 beds2 baths1,108 sq ft

11 Seymour Ave #3, Lynn, MA 01902

Property at 59 Atlantic Ave #4, Salisbury, MA 01952, 5 beds, 2 baths

$1,399,900

5 beds2 baths1,940 sq ft

59 Atlantic Ave #4, Salisbury, MA 01952

Property at 31 Lincoln Park, Marblehead, MA 01945, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$680,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,663 sq ft

31 Lincoln Park, Marblehead, MA 01945

Property at 132 Elm St, Marblehead, MA 01945, 4 beds, 3 baths

$1,299,000

4 beds3 baths2,140 sq ft

132 Elm St, Marblehead, MA 01945

Property at 132 Elm St #132, Marblehead, MA 01945, 4 beds, 3 baths

$1,299,000

4 beds3 baths2,140 sq ft

132 Elm St #132, Marblehead, MA 01945

Property at 43 Maple Ave, Nahant, MA 01908, 3 beds, 2 baths

$1,195,000

3 beds2 baths1,582 sq ft

43 Maple Ave, Nahant, MA 01908

Property at 30 Pine St, Manchester By The Sea, MA 01944, 3 beds, 3 baths

$1,395,000

3 beds3 baths2,454 sq ft

30 Pine St, Manchester By The Sea, MA 01944

Property at 45 Tudor Unit 3-8, Lynn, MA 01902, 6 beds, 6 baths

$1,350,000

6 beds6 baths— sq ft

45 Tudor Unit 3-8, Lynn, MA 01902

Property at 16 Elm St, Ipswich, MA 01938, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$849,000

4 beds3.5 baths2,750 sq ft

16 Elm St, Ipswich, MA 01938

Property at 14 Jewetts Ct, Lynn, MA 01902, 6 beds, 3.5 baths

$729,900

6 beds3.5 baths2,232 sq ft

14 Jewetts Ct, Lynn, MA 01902

Property at 57 Mt. Pleasant Unit 2B, Rockport, MA 01966, 1 bed, 1 bath

$324,999

1 bed1 bath577 sq ft

57 Mt. Pleasant Unit 2B, Rockport, MA 01966

Property at 16 North End Blvd #12, Salisbury, MA 01952, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$949,900

3 beds3.5 baths1,650 sq ft

16 North End Blvd #12, Salisbury, MA 01952

Property at 16 N End Blvd #10, Salisbury, MA 01952, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$895,000

3 beds3.5 baths1,650 sq ft

16 N End Blvd #10, Salisbury, MA 01952

Property at 188 Atlantic St, Gloucester, MA 01930, 3 beds, 2 baths

$1,125,000

3 beds2 baths2,438 sq ft

188 Atlantic St, Gloucester, MA 01930

Property at 100 Magnolia Ave #4, Lynn, MA 01904, 1 bed, 1 bath

$259,000

1 bed1 bath433 sq ft

100 Magnolia Ave #4, Lynn, MA 01904

Property at 11 Washington St #5, Ipswich, MA 01938, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$999,900

3 beds3.5 baths2,171 sq ft

11 Washington St #5, Ipswich, MA 01938

Property at 11 Washington St, Ipswich, MA 01938, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,149,900

4 beds3.5 baths2,398 sq ft

11 Washington St, Ipswich, MA 01938

Property at 11-9 Washington St Unit Nine, Ipswich, MA 01938, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,149,900

4 beds3.5 baths2,398 sq ft

11-9 Washington St Unit Nine, Ipswich, MA 01938

Property at 9 Sampson Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907, 4 beds, 2 baths

$724,000

4 beds2 baths1,800 sq ft

9 Sampson Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907

Property at 33-A Jackson St #303, Lynn, MA 01902, 2 beds, 1 bath

$324,999

2 beds1 bath844 sq ft

33-A Jackson St #303, Lynn, MA 01902

Property at 34 Woodcrest, Boxford, MA 01921, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$1,399,000

4 beds3.5 baths3,100 sq ft

34 Woodcrest, Boxford, MA 01921

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Waterfront Homes for Sale in Essex County

There are currently 352 waterfront homes for sale in Essex County at a median listing price of $699K. 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 31 days and receive 5 offers. This map is refreshed with the newest listings in Essex County every 15 minutes.

In the past month, 654 homes have been sold in Essex County. In addition to houses in Essex County, there were also 371 condos, 290 townhouses, and 194 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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