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$1,195,000

For Sale - Active
189 John Wise Ave, Essex, MA 01929
5 Beds
5 Baths
4,672 Square Feet
2.35 Acres Lot
Built in 1690
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 22 hours ago
Updated: Oct 28, 2025 at 10:38AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,013
Cap Rate
3.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-8.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.64
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-4.5%

Property Description


2.35 Acres Lot
Built in 1690
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

SEPT 28TH OH HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO ACCEPTED OFFER! The Benaiah Titcomb House is a distinguished 1690 antique home overlooking the scenic marshlands of Essex. With 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 half baths on 2.35 picturesque acres, this National Historic Place is believed to feature the oldest surviving First Period Colonial staircase in the U.S. The first floor includes two walk-in hearths in the period living and dining rooms, a spacious foyer, and a central library/office. A sunny breezeway leads to a cathedral ceiling addition with a large eat-in kitchen, a family room with exterior access and a walk-out basement. An elevated deck and stone patio offer sweeping views over the marsh toward the Crane Estate. The second floor has three bedrooms & three 3/4 bathrooms. The primary's ensuite bath is being remodeled. Third floor provides two more skylight bedrooms under eaves with built-in storage. A large drive-through barn/garage with loft and two outbuildings complete this rare property.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Detached
  • Details: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Off Street, Unpaved
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Spaces Total: 3

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 5

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 3
  • # of Baths (Partial): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 5.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 9
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Roof Material: Shingle

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: ESSEM:105L:27
  • Lot Size: 102366 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Antique
  • Year Built: 1690

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $20,047

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Private
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Baseboard
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

  • County: Essex

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,013
Cap Rate
3.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-8.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.64
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-4.5%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,195,000
Amount financed:
-$956,000
Down payment:
$239,000
Closing costs:
$35,850
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$274,850
Square feet:
4,672
Cost per square foot:
$256
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.65

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$956,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$5,655
Property tax:
$1,671
Insurance:
$539
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$7,865

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$7,700 $92,400
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$462 -$5,544
Operating income:
$7,238 $86,856

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (22%)
22%-$1,671-$20,047
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$539-$6,468
Property management: (8%)
8%-$616-$7,392
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$385-$4,620
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$385-$4,620
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (47%)
47%-$3,596-$43,147

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$3,642 $43,704
Mortgage payments:
-$5,655 -$67,860
Cash flow:
-$2,013 -$24,156