Sited on over 5 acres at one of the highest elevations in Manchester-by-the-Sea, this magnificent brick masonry manor offers distant hilltop views of the ocean, Kettle Island, and the Boston skyline and benefits from a southern exposure. A long private driveway leads to a spacious pea stone motor court and professionally manicured rolling lawns, which are accented with annuals and perennials, stone walls, ledge outcroppings, and majestic oak trees. A legally zoned 2-family residence consisting of “The Main House, and “The Wing” with a total of 10 bedrooms, the manor can easily accommodate a large family and guests in their own separate spaces, while also providing the flexibility of an in-law or au pair suite. The Main House has been restored and renovated while preserving its historical details. Special features include an at-home office with separate conference room, a wine cellar, two vaults that were originally built to store liquor, billiards room and exercise room.
Sold for $3,800,000 on 06/07/23
$3,800,000
1 Dexter Ln, Manchester, MA 01944
10beds
13,579sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1908
5.37 Acres Lot
$4,397,300 Zestimate®
$280/sqft
$5,113 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,397,300
$3.56M - $5.41M
$5,113/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 08, 2023 at 11:54am
Listed by:
Lanse Robb 978-590-0056,
LandVest, Inc., Manchester -by-the-Sea 617-529-1258,
Sophie Soman 617-529-1258
Bought with:
Lanse Robb
LandVest, Inc., Manchester -by-the-Sea
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 72971495
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 10
- Bathrooms: 12
- Full bathrooms: 8
- 1/2 bathrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Level: Second
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: Third
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: First Floor
Features
- Entry Hall, Home Office, Library, Exercise Room, Wine Cellar, Inlaw Apt., Wet Bar, Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Marble
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 13
Interior area
- Total structure area: 13,579
- Total interior livable area: 13,579 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 45
- Parking features: Off Street, Stone/Gravel
- Uncovered spaces: 45
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio, Covered
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, City View(s), Garden, Stone Wall
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), City
Lot
- Size: 5.37 Acres
Details
- Foundation area: 99999
- Parcel number: M:0036 B:0000 L:0011,2017275
- Zoning: C
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Georgian,Other (See Remarks)
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Condition
- Year built: 1908
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public, Private
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Manchester
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/7/2023 | Sold | $3,800,000-4.9%$280/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72971495 | ||
| 5/12/2023 | Contingent | $3,995,000$294/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72971495 | ||
| 1/3/2023 | Price change | $3,995,000-11.2%$294/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72971495 | ||
| 8/25/2022 | Price change | $4,499,000-9.9%$331/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72971495 | ||
| 4/26/2022 | Listed for sale | $4,995,000$368/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72971495 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $33,173 -27.4% | $3,625,500 -25.8% |
| 2024 | $45,698 +1.1% | $4,887,500 +12.7% |
| 2023 | $45,215 | $4,335,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01944
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Manchester Memorial Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Manchester Essex Regional Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Manchester Essex Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Mers
- High: Mers
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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