New
$940,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,141 sqft
7 John Wise Ave Unit 2, Essex, MA 01929
Single family · Built 1900 · $439/sqft ·
$5,653/mo est. payment
Flood factor 1/10
About this home
Once part of the 300-acre Cogswell Estate and family-owned from the 1630s through the 1930s, this exceptional home embodies the timeless beauty and character of a bygone era. Originally built as a hunting lodge, the home retains an impressive collection of historic details, including original antique floorboards, an oversized brick fireplace, magnificent post-and-beam construction, and beautiful barn-wood doors. Surrounded by mature trees and framed by historic stone walls, the property offers a rare combination of elegance, privacy, and a profound sense of place. Two decks overlook the broad, open lawn, creating an exceptional setting for outdoor entertaining, gatherings, or simply enjoying the peaceful grounds. Thoughtful improvements enhance the home's comfort and functionality, including four (4) Bosch mini-split air-conditioning units, an upgraded primary suite, new kitchen appliances, and a new 200-amp electrical panel. The residence is thoughtfully arranged across two wings. The principal wing encompasses the main living spaces, including the dining room, living room, library, kitchen, and breakfast area. The second wing provides private sleeping quarters and a spacious family room, offering an ideal separation between living and entertaining spaces. Most recently configured as a two-bedroom residence, town records recognize the property as a three-bedroom home, with the additional bedroom readily achievable through minor alterations. For those seeking additional living space, the dry, open and clean walk-out basement has high ceilings with cement floors and walls, offering excellent potential for future finishing or an ideal workshop space. Rich in history, architectural integrity, and privacy, this is a truly special property-an authentic piece of Old Americana with the character and presence of a distinguished country estate.
Facts and features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 17' x 16'
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 19' x 12'
- Primary Bedroom Sqft: 272
- Bedroom 2 Sqft: 228
- Primary Bedroom Level: First
- Bedroom 2 Level: Second
- Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Slider,Closet - Double
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 6
- Basement Features: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Radon Remediation System, Concrete
- Family Room Dimensions: 12' x 23'
- Family Room Sqft: 276
- Family Room Level: First
- Family Room Features: Skylight, Flooring - Wood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Slider, Closet - Double
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 5' x 10'
- Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 8' x 6'
- Bathroom 1 Sqft: 50
- Bathroom 2 Sqft: 48
- Bathroom 1 Level: First
- Bathroom 2 Level: First
Interior Features
- Dining area
- Open floorplan
- Cathedral ceiling(s)
- Great room
- Study
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood
Appliances
- Gas water heater
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Dryer
- Laundry Features: First Floor, Washer Hookup
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Heat Pump, Ductless
- Heating Features: Natural Gas, Electric, Ductless, Fireplace(s)
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 8' x 10'
- Dining Room Features: Skylight, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access
- Dining Room Level: First
- Dining Room Sqft: 80
- Kitchen Dimensions: 13' x 8'
- Kitchen Features: Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture
- Kitchen Level: First
- Kitchen Sqft: 104
Exterior and Lot Features
- Deck - wood
- Professional landscaping
- Garden
- Stone wall
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
- Road Frontage Type: Public
- Deck: Yes
Schools
- 9
Manchester Essex Regional High School
high · 9-12 · 3.8 mi
- 8
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School
middle · 6-8 · 3.8 mi
- 6
Essex Elementary School
elementary · K-5 · 0.5 mi
Landmark School - Elementary Middle School
elementary · 2-8 · 4.0 mi
- 8
Manchester Memorial Elementary School
elementary · K-5 · 4.1 mi
Cuvilly Arts & Earth Center
elementary · PK-K · 4.2 mi
Price history
- Oct 17, 2026 · Price Changed$940,000
- Oct 17, 2026 · Price Changed$940,000
- Aug 25, 2026 · Listed$965,000
- Aug 25, 2026 · Listed$965,000
- Aug 4, 2025 · Listing Removed$4,200
- Jun 10, 2025 · Listed For Rent$4,200
- Oct 4, 2023 · Listing Removed$862,000
- Sep 28, 2023 · Sold$853,500
Tax history
- 2025$10,502 tax · $808,500 assessed
- 2024$12,707 tax · $954,000 assessed
- 2023$11,752 tax · $846,700 assessed
- 2022$11,210 tax · $714,000 assessed
- 2021$11,281 tax · $714,000 assessed
- 2020$10,447 tax · $641,300 assessed
- 2019$8,601 tax · $559,600 assessed
Home value
$955,000
- Collateral Analytics$955,000
- Cotality$961,600
- Quantarium$940,248
Where it is
Listed by Julia Virden · J. Barrett & Company · MLSPIN
