Welcome to 25 Bennett Street, a truly special Manchester-by-the-Sea home where character, comfort, light, and location come together. Set on beautiful grounds moments from the heart of the village, this three-bedroom home offers a wonderful sense of space and warmth, with two full bathrooms and a half bath, beautiful hardwood floors, a formal dining room, and an abundance of natural light throughout. The home has an inviting, comfortable quality that makes it equally suited to everyday living, entertaining, and enjoying the quiet moments that make a house feel like home.Outside, the beautiful yard offers room to relax, garden, entertain, or simply enjoy the changing seasons. There is something particularly appealing about having a lovely piece of land while being able to walk to nearly everything that makes Manchester-by-the-Sea so special.The lifestyle is exceptional. From 25 Bennett Street, the village, harbor, Singing Beach, restaurants, shopping, and commuter rail are all within walking distance. Start the morning with coffee in the village, spend the afternoon at the beach, stroll to the harbor, meet friends for dinner, or take the train into Boston. It is a rare combination of coastal beauty, village convenience, and easy access to the city. Manchester’s highly regarded public school system is also consistently recognized among the top 10 in Massachusetts.And then there is the history. Dating to circa 1674, 25 Bennett Street is believed to be the second-oldest surviving home in Manchester-by-the-Sea and one of only 61 surviving homes in Massachusetts dating from 1660 to 1700. The house began as a half house and evolved through the generations into a classic New England saltbox. More than 350 years later, its story continues- not simply as a remarkable historic home, but as a beautiful place to live and experience the very best of Manchester- by- the-Sea.
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Last Checked: September 20th, 2026 at 6:03am (Source: MLS PIN #73577431)
Air Conditioning
Lead Paint Free
General Information for 25 Bennett St, Manchester MA 01944
Listing ID73577431
Property TypeSingle Family / Detached
Price$1,595,000 ($751.65/SqFt)
StyleColonial
CityManchester
CountyEssex
Neighborhood(s)Ipswich
Garage Parking0
ZoningA
Year Built1674
Year Built SourcePublic Records
Year Built DetailsApproximate
Interior Features for 25 Bennett St, Manchester MA 01944
Approximate Living Area Total2122
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Rooms7
Bedrooms3
Primary En Suite BathroomYes
Basement
Cooling1, Split
Fireplaces
AppliancesRange
FlooringTile
Electric
Exterior Features for 25 Bennett St, Manchester MA 01944
Approximate Lot Size (Acres)0.27
Approximate Lot Size (Square Feet)11800
Total Parking3
Garage Parking0
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping
Parking Features1
Exterior FeaturesPorch
Foundation Materials
Construction Materials
Road Frontage Type
Patio & PorchCovered
Roof MaterialAsphalt/fiberglass Shingles
Utility Connections110 Volts
Water Views
Water Views Features
Waterfront0
Waterfront FeaturesRiver
Pool Features
Horse Permitted0
Horse AmenitiesRiver
Disclosures for 25 Bennett St, Manchester MA 01944
Lead PaintNone
UFFI
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Living Area Disclosure
Building Area SourceMeasured
Special Listing Conditions
ExclusionsPersonal Belongings.
Compensation Based On
Financial Information for 25 Bennett St, Manchester MA 01944
Association Fee
Association Fee Frequency
Association Fee Includes
Real Estate Tax6351
Tax Year2626
Assessed Value$730,000
Location Information for 25 Bennett St, Manchester MA 01944
Elementary SchoolManchester Memorial Elementary
Middle SchoolManchester Essex Regional
High SchoolManchester Essex Regional
Neighborhood(s)Ipswich
Area AmenitiesWalk/jog Trails
Contact Information for 25 Bennett St, Manchester MA 01944