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79 Main St Wenham, MA 01984
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Key Details
Sold Price $720,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,163 sqft
Price per Sqft $227
MLS Listing ID 72594142
Sold Date 01/24/20
Style Colonial, Gambrel /Dutch, Antique
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Year Built 1742
Annual Tax Amount $11,958
Tax Year 2019
Lot Size 1.010 Acres
Acres 1.01
Property Description
The Porter-Fairfield House, circa 1742, is a classic Georgian colonial set on a lovely and mature acre property. This charming 4 bedroom antique home features rare wide pine floors, exposed beams and multiple fireplaces. Extensively restored in the early 80's (including rebuilt chimney and foundation) and all systems updated since including septic system (2013). Formal dining and living rooms feature beautiful detail & built-ins. Open kitchen with breakfast area and recently updated stainless steel appliances. The bright and open third floor offers endless options such as a media, workout or play room. Outbuildings include a three car garage with large attic space, a three stall barn and the adorable "Shop" at 77 Main with an established tenant (grandfathered commercial use). Country living conveniently located near commuter rail, Rt. 128 and top-rated schools.
Location
State MA
County Essex
Zoning Res
Direction Main Street is Rt. 1A
Rooms
Family Room Skylight, Flooring - Wood, Wainscoting
Basement Full, Crawl Space, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete
Primary Bedroom Level Second
Dining Room Flooring - Wood, Wainscoting
Kitchen Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Skylight, Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
Interior
Interior Features Beamed Ceilings, Attic Access, Bonus Room, Central Vacuum
Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Tile, Pine, Flooring - Wood
Fireplaces Number 4
Fireplaces Type Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Appliance Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Tank Water Heaterless, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
Laundry Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, First Floor, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Feature Rain Gutters
Garage Spaces 3.0
Fence Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Community Features Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
Utilities Available for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Waterfront false
Roof Type Shingle
Parking Type Detached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Parking Spaces 10
Garage Yes
Building
Lot Description Cleared, Level
Foundation Stone
Sewer Private Sewer
Water Public
Schools
Middle Schools Miles River
High Schools Hamilton/Wenham
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Bought with The In Alto Group • J. Barrett & Company
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