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The Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea was included in a grant of land to the Massachusetts Bay Colony made in 1629 by Charles I who signed their charter in that year. By June of the same year the first ship, the Talbot, dropped anchor in Manchester Harbor carrying settlers for the new town. Formally incorporated in 1645, the young community displayed its moral foundations by adopting a set of laws and regulations that prohibited the slave trade, made cruelty to animals a civil offence and forbade imprisonment for debt. Historians point out that these goodly beginnings may have led the colonists to go overboard as they continued to try to legislate all behavior with laws about how to conduct a courtship, laws against "excess in apparel" or "immodest laying out of theire haire".
In 1644 a tide-mill was established, in 1668 a sawmill was built and in 1684 Aaron Bennett set up a grist mill. Foreshadowing its maritime future, John Norton began building ships on land granted him near the shore in 1684. By 1700 the prosperous burghers of Manchester were able to pay Masconomet, the sagamore of the Agawam Indians, 3 pounds and 19 shillings in silver money for all rights to the lands on which the town stood. The town's economy was based on some farming and a lot of fishing for cod and mackerel, and Manchester men were known as good mariners. In 1810, 50 masters of vessels were Manchester residents.
Manchester men were patriotic as well and they served in the successful assault on Louisburg in Canada, while the town meeting raised money to support the Minute Men. The life of the town was largely maritime with a fishing fleet, fish yards and fish storage warehouses until the decay of the fishing industry freed workers for the newly expanded woodworking and cabinet making jobs.
In 1845 a new phase opened in the town when the first summer resident, poet Richard Dana, built his vacation home. Manchester quickly became a very fashionable watering place for wealthy people from the city and the town gained an increasingly important summer population. In 1868 the original Town Hall was built, while the public library was given to the town by the Hon. T. Jefferson Coolidge, a summer resident in 1886.
In modern times, Manchester has retained its reputation as a fashionable summer address, while developing a new suburban population as a handsome residential community.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
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Spending/Student:
$10,649
Average SAT scores:
1639
Student/Teacher Ratios:
11.8 to 1
Community
Population:5,265 Median Income in town: $93,389 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 2.3 / 1,000
Violent: N/A / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
44
/ 7
/ 2
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $611,500
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $702,500
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -15%
Avg single family tax bill:
$7,618
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Manchester (Newburyport/Rockport Line)
Subway info:
subway
Bus lines:
bus
Miles to Boston:
30
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
45
Rail time to Boston:
52
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,985,000
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Wake each morning to the views of the Harbor, Rotunda and Gales Point. The house was custom designed and built to maximize the views and southern exposure. The master suite is stunning and hard to leave. The custom kitchen and family room was recently used for the filming of a Lindt Chocolate commercial. The dinning room looks transplanted from an exquisite mansion. Crown and picture mouldings adorn every room in the house. State of the art systems Walk to town and so much more.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$349,000
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Welcome to the 807 Summer Street condominiums! This 1st floor garden unit has it all. Features include 2 large bedrooms with a full bath in each, open kitchen and dining room area flows to a space perfect as a family room,french doors lead into the living room, 2 1/2 baths total, in unit laundry, fireplace, hardwood floors, new windows and spacious private deck off the back of this unit. Beautiful grounds surround by trees and flowers. Manchester school system completes it!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$239,000
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Welcome to the 807 Summer Street condominiums. This 8 unit complex was completely renovated in 2008. Open sunny one bedroom sun filled unit has it all. The exterior deck off of the living room adds lovely private outdoor space with lots of privacy, great size kitchen,large bedroom with hardwood floors and a full bath, new windows and washer dryer in the unit. Relax on the front porch and enjoy your summer!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$649,000
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Hidden gem tucked away on over 1.6 acres in a lovely perennial garden adjacent to natural woodlands yet a short distance to downtown. The enclosed back porch leads to the remodeled kitchen, large family room and den. Dining room and master suite complete the first floor. 4 bedrooms and bath on second floor and a spacious walk up attic. Land may have sub division potential.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$399,000
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Wonderful elevated half acre lot located in an established single family Manchester-by-the-Sea neighborhood known for its quiet charm and peaceful atmosphere. Build your dream home on this lovely piece of land situated toward the end of a private dead end street with elevations that have the possibility of offering overland views to the Atlantic Ocean. Site plan and BOH approved 4 bedroom septic design are included. Bring your vision, your builder and create the home you've always wanted!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$4,600,000
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Elegance & ornate detail abound at Sea Way. Irreplaceable moldings & architectural features bring back an era goneby. A wonderful home for entertaining or just enjoying the flowing floor plan & high ceiling rooms. The sweeping staircase highlights the front foyer - a room in itself! Third floor can be used for overflow of guests or shut down to make a manageable 3 bedroom home by just using the second floor. Amazingly well maintained! Pool & cabana accentuate the Great Gatsby feeling!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$479,000
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Fabulous Manchester home in pristine condition located on a side street across from Magnolia Beach. Open floor plan featuring a custom kitchen with cherry cabinets opening to a fireplaced dining/living room. Offering central air and maple floors throughout, this home has 2 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths including a lovely master with custom walk in closet and spacious en suite bath. Private patio and one car garage . This unique property looks and feels like a single family. Great value!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$479,000
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Fabulous Manchester home in pristine condition located on a side street across from Magnolia Beach. Open floor plan featuring a custom kitchen with cherry cabinets opening to a fireplaced dining/living room. Offering central air and maple floors throughout, this home has 2 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths including a lovely master with custom walk in closet and spacious en suite bath. Private patio and one car garage . This unique property looks and feels like a single family. Great value!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$474,900
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ADORABLE 3 bedroom/2 bath antique...... Unusual open floor plan, charming galley-like kitchen, brick hearth with wood stove (which makes heating very economical), rough-hewn beams and LOTS of windows.... master bedroom with balcony overlooking generous backyard, detached storage shed, full basement .... you will enjoy calling this truly lovely property HOME !
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$550,000
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Lovingly restored historic home w/ beautifully preserved period details & antique charm. Deeded condex looks & feels like single family w/ private fenced yard, 2 car attached garage & bonus attached 3 room unit for in-law, au pair, guest cottage or even home office potential. Wonderful open floorplan invites entertaining & modern living. Beautiful wide pine floors, front & back stairways, mudroom, updated kitchen & first floor master bedroom. Prime location- walk to town, school, park & beach.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$550,000
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Lovingly restored historic home w/ beautifully preserved period details & antique charm. Deeded condex looks & feels like single family w/ private fenced yard, 2 car attached garage & bonus attached 3 room unit for in-law, au pair, guest cottage or even home office potential. Wonderful open floorplan invites entertaining & modern living. Beautiful wide pine floors, front & back stairways, mudroom, updated kitchen & first floor master bedroom. Prime location- walk to town, school, park & beach.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,475,000
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Tudor style residence with large covered porch overlooking serene yard with mature landscaping and a heated inground pool. Seasonal views and steps to the beach, located in a very desirable estate neighborhood. This 5 bedroom home features sunny, spacious rooms for entertaining, a gourmet kitchen, 5 bathrooms and many period details.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$4,950,000
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Located in the seaside village of Manchester by the Sea, this c1900 Harborfront Estate spans over 3± acres with magnificent formal grounds. The property boasts dramatic sweeping ocean views over rolling lawns with mature trees and includes a tidal ramp and float. The 8-bedroom stucco main house, has retained the original period detail and offers grand entertaining opportunities. There is a separate ocean view carriage house with two rental units. There is property division potential.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$719,000
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Bright and sunny village Victorian with many new upgrades: Air conditioning, new windows, new 3 rd floor master suite with marble bath and oversized glass shower. Three bedrooms on 2nd floor with refurbished bathroom. Office area with high cathedral ceilings. Large back yard with patio. Shed with electricity- perfect for 3 season office/getaway.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$695,000
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Set back from the road this Victorian Era home with beautiful covered porch, is filled with character & charm. Major renovations in both units from kitchens, baths, windows, heating etc are 98% completed.. Being sold as is. Walk to schools, town ,tennis beach. First level boasts open floor plan 2 beds & would nicely combine with in law apt on the 1st floor. The 2nd level, also open, w/ 3 beds. The basement is walk out & has a bath. Convert to single family or spacious condos. Great value.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,695,000
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To be built: CUSTOM-DESIGNED, 10-room, 4-bdrm, shingle style house on 4.5 acres w/panoramic scenic views & distant views of ocean from observation tower. 18"-THICK EXTERIOR WALLS - never seen in today's houses - and triple-glazed windows will create outstanding heating & cooling efficiency. (See attached cross-section comparison.) Stone countertops. Hardwood floors throughout (tiled foyer, mudroom, baths & marble tile master bath). Radiant heat, dumbwaiter & hard-wired/LP-fired backup generator.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$775,000
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Desirable townhouse in village. Elegant condo has open DR/LR floor plan, fireplace & large kitchen with breakfast nook. Beautiful private wrap around patio-great for outdoor entertaining! 2 car garage provides additional parking spaces, lower level mudroom and office/FR with built-ins. Master BR has a large walk-in closet &spacious bath with jacuzzi and shower. Third floor has 2 cathedral ceiling bedrooms and extra hall space for study area. First floor living level in on grade with garden patio
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$793,000
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Greatly refurbished, spacious and bright 4 bedroom colonial. Gleaming wood floors, open kitchen, fireplaced family room. New tile work in the 3 baths and laundry room. Large deck overlooking woodlands. Attached 2 car garage with expansion potential above. Quiet neighborhood close to village, train and Singing Beach.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$299,900
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Sought after village location. Close to schools, shopping, train, and beach. Private patio with space for a grill and table and chairs. A sweet spot in a well maintained complex where pride of ownership is evident.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$6,800,000
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This oceanfront estate has a renovated Colonial with gourmet kitchen, ocean facing dining room, 1st floor master suite with his and hers closets, waterfront sunroom, and a fireplaced, wood paneled family room with vaulted ceilings. The 2-story carriage house completed in 2006 features 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room and kitchen, magnificent great room with exposed beams and floor-to-ceiling, stone fireplace, catering kitchen. Boat house and access to private sandy beach.
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