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Essex
8 Forest Street
$1,035,000
↓ $50K (4.6%)
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8 Forest Street

Manchester, MA 01944
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
1,483 Ft²
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About This Property

Coastal cottage charm meets modern comfort in the heart of Manchester-by-the-Sea! Brimming with character and thoughtfully updated throughout, this inviting 3 bed, 2 bath home offers the perfect blend of classic New England appeal and easy, everyday living. A beautifully renovated kitchen with crisp white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a center island flows seamlessly into the dining area, while the sun-filled living room offers a warm and welcoming retreat. A dedicated home office provides flexibility for today's lifestyle, and a delightful three-season porch invites you to relax and unwind. Hardwood floors, tasteful finishes, and abundant natural light add to the home's appeal. Outside, an exceptionally spacious backyard offers endless possibilities for gardening, entertaining, recreation, or future expansion. All this in a prime location just moments from Manchester's charming village, schools, parks, shops, restaurants, and commuter rail. A rare opportunity to enjoy coastal village living with room to grow!
Unit Size
1,483 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.36 acres
Price per sqft
$698
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$520
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1930

Listed By

Julie Smith
Julie Smith
Engel & Volkers By The Sea

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Last updated: 4 days ago (MLSPIN #73592971)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Nov 11, 2026 Price Decreased $1,035,000
↓ $50K (4.6%)
Price Decreased
Oct 20, 2026 Listed by Engel & Volkers By the Sea $1,085,000
Listed by Engel & Volkers By the Sea
Oct 17, 2026 Temporarily off market -
Temporarily off market
May 15, 2026 Withdrawn -
Withdrawn
Apr 14, 2026 Relisted $1,099,000
Relisted
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Property Highlights

Garage
Parking Available
Parking Details
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: Detached, Paved, Off Street, Paved
Garage Spaces: 1
Open Parking Spaces: 3
Interior Details
Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features: Closet, Home Office
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Flooring Type: Wood, Marble, Flooring - Hardwood
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Dryer Hookup - Electric
Rooms: 7
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Bulkhead
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 1483
Square Footage Source: $0
Architectural Style: Cottage
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1930
Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Ocean, Direct Access, Walk to, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Building Area Total: 1483
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Construction Materials: Frame
Patio and Porch Features: Enclosed
Lot Size Area: 0.36
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.36
Lot Size Square Feet: 15899
Tax Lot: 0060
Water Source: Public
Financial Details
Tax Map Number: 0039
Tax Assessed Value: $681,800
Tax Annual Amount: $6,238
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Sewer : Public Sewer

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1930
  • Effective Year Built: 1930
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 7
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 2
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 6
  • Building Style: 16
  • Exterior Walls Type: 1
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 1
  • Roof Cover Type: 15
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 7
  • Basement Area: 746
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 15,899
  • Total Building Area: 1,466
  • Gross Building Area: 2,627
  • Building Area: 1,466
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 10
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,466
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Land Acres: 0000000365
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 101

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Manchester Essex Regional School District
  • School Tax School District: MANCHSTR ESSEX
  • Census Tract: 218100

Zoning

  • Zoning: A

Geography

  • District: 166
  • Parcel: MANC M:0039 B:0000 L:0060
  • Lot: 60
  • Municipality: MANCHESTER
  • Latitude: 42.5805
  • Longitude: -70.7569

    Address

  • Full Address: 8 Forest St
  • Address - House Number: 8
  • Address - Street Name: Forest
  • Address - Suffix Type: St
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Manchester
  • Carrier Code: C005
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1251
  • Zip Code: 01944

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Amount: $606,900

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1798
  • Valuation Date: Dec 13, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 64
  • Final Value: 762,510
  • High Value: 899,616
  • Low Value: 625,403

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2024
  • Assessed Total Value: $649,100
  • Assessed Land Value: $417,800
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $231,300

    Sales

  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jul 30, 2012
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 55

    Financing

  • First Mortgage Financing Type: UNK
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 8 Forest Street built and last sold?
The property at 8 Forest Street was built in 1930 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $400,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 8 Forest Street is $1,023,707.
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