About 189 John Wise Ave
The Benaiah Titcomb House is a distinguished 1690 antique home overlooking the scenic marshlands of Essex. With 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 half baths on 2.35 picturesque acres, this National Historic Place is believed to feature the oldest surviving First Period Colonial staircase in the U.S. The first floor includes two walk-in hearths in the period living and dining rooms, a spacious foyer, and a central library/office. A sunny breezeway leads to a cathedral ceiling addition with a large eat-in kitchen, a family room with exterior access and a walk-out basement. An elevated deck and stone patio offer sweeping views over the marsh toward the Crane Estate. The second floor has three bedrooms & three 3/4 bathrooms. The primary's ensuite bath is being remodeled. Third floor provides two more skylight bedrooms under eaves with built-in storage. A large drive-through barn/garage with loft and two outbuildings complete this rare property.
Features of 189 John Wise Ave
| MLS® # | 73391042 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,195,000 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 4.00 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Half Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 4,672 |
| Acres | 2.35 |
| Year Built | 1690 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Antique |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
Community Information
| Address | 189 John Wise Ave |
|---|---|
| City | Essex |
| County | Essex |
| State | MA |
| Zip Code | 01929 |
Amenities
| Utilities | for Gas Range, for Gas Oven |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 3 |
| Parking | Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Off Street, Unpaved |
| # of Garages | 3 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Fireplace | Yes |
|---|---|
| Fireplaces | Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom |
School Information
| Elementary | Essex |
|---|---|
| Middle | Mersd |
| High | Mersd |
Additional Information
| Zoning | A00 |
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Listing Details
| Agent | Fabyan And Filias Team |
|---|---|
| Office | J. Barrett & Company |