$699,000

153 Main St Wenham, MA 01984

$8,301
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
2,114 sqft
1.1 acres
$331 / sqft
House

Property details

About 153 Main St

The Gott-Porter House c.1697, a remarkable property located in the heart of Wenham Historic District. This elegant 4 bedroom 1 1/2 bath antique colonial is being offered for the first time in 47 years. The house is sited on a beautiful 1.10-acre parcel of land, complete with a sizable barn offering plenty of storage, a historic shoemaker's shed, stone walls and a large yard filled with mature plantings that create a gardener's oasis. Wide pine floors original to the home, period details, and fireplaces in each room bring a sense of warmth and comfort. This home has an abundance of character with endless potential to be taken to the next level. Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of history and create your own legacy in one of the North Shore's greatest communities. Please note that this property is being sold "as is".

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size2,114 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1.09 Acres
Year built1697
ParkingWorkshop in Garage, Barn, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Driveway, Paved
MLS #73349113
FireplaceDining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom

Summary

  • MLS Number: 73349113
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: GLN & Company, LLC
  • Office Phone: (978) 206-1748
  • Listing Agent: George Needham

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colonial home featuring a chimney, a front yard, and roof with shingles

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153 Main St

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Price information

Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$787,200$12,328
2023$739,600$12,832
2022$718,300$14,064
2021$674,900$13,282
2020$645,100$12,218
2019$645,100$11,625

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Bessie Buker Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.2 mi

1 School St

8

Winthrop Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

325 Bay Rd

5

Cutler Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

237 Asbury St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $129,167. Most Wenham, MA residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. Most families are married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

17%
<35k
23%
35k-100k
38%
100k-200k
22%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

32%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
35%
Married, No Kids
25%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
23%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • LexusLexus
  • LincolnLincoln

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 153 Main St

This home is located at 153 Main St in Wenham, MA and zip code 01984. This 2,114 square foot home, which was built in 1697, sits on a 1.09 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $699,000.

In March 2025 more than 1 listings in Wenham, MA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 0 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 0 were sold below. Between February and March 2025, Wenham, MA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 12.5%. Listings spent 24 days on the market in March 2025, and had a median list price of $980,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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