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39 Main St Saugus — Photo 1 of 40

39 Main St Saugus — Photo 1 of 40

Recent Drop: $50,099

$699,999
$649,900

$649,900

39 Main St, Saugus, MA 01906

Saugus, MA 01906

Beds

4

Baths

2

SqFt

2,606

Style

Single Family

Built

1742

A LOWER INTEREST RATE COULD BE PART OF THE DEAL! NEW PRICE, NEW OPPORTUNITY! Bring your vision to 39 Main Street, an authentic 1742 post-and-beam antique offering a unique opportunity for contractors, renovators, investors, or buyers looking to create a home tailored to their own style. With 2,606 sq ft of living space, 4 bedrooms, and a generous 20,909 sq ft lot, this property offers the space and character to make thoughtful improvements while preserving details that simply cannot be recreated today. Exposed hand-hewn beams, wide-plank hardwood floors, period fireplaces, and original architectural elements provide a strong foundation for a renovation that blends historic New England character with modern updates. The detached barn adds significant flexibility and makes this property especially appealing for a contractor, tradesperson, woodworker, car enthusiast, or anyone needing substantial workshop and storage space. It may also offer potential for an ADU, studio, home office, or other future use, subject to local approvals. The home offers an opportunity to update kitchens, baths, finishes, and systems over time while putting your own stamp on a property with history, space, and versatility. The large lot provides additional outdoor possibilities, while the farmer’s porch adds to the home’s classic character. Convenient to Saugus Center, shopping, restaurants, parks, major commuter routes, Boston, and the North Shore. For the buyer who can see beyond what is here today and recognize what this property could become, 39 Main Street offers a combination of character, usable space, and renovation potential that is increasingly difficult to findSELLER WILL HELP BUY DOWN YOUR INTEREST RATE!

Key facts

It was listed on July 22, 2026. The price has come down from an original $779,900 to $649,900 across 3 changes, most recently on September 23, 2026. The annual property taxes are $7,146 (2026 tax year). It sits on a 0.48-acre (21,087 sq ft) lot.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$249/sqft
Local Avg (Saugus)$421/sqft
41% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Saugus, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$779,900
Annual Taxes$7,146

Parking

Garage1
Off-Street8

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms9
Fireplaces1
FlooringWood, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
BasementFull, Interior Entry, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Oil
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionPost & Beam
RoofShingle
FoundationIrregular
ZoningNA

Property & Lot

Acres0.48
SqFt Lot21,087
Lot FeaturesLevel

Amenities & Appliances

Tankless Water Heater • Range • Oven • Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Medical Facility • Laundromat • Highway Access

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Primary BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4Bathroom 1Bathroom 2
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenOfficeFamily Room
Living Room
Lvl First

13 x 10

Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access

Dining Room
Lvl First

18 x 10

Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Kitchen
Lvl First

9 x 7

Flooring - Vinyl, Country Kitchen

Office
Lvl First

13 x 14

Ceiling - Beamed, Flooring - Wood

Family Room
Lvl First

11 x 10

Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Primary Bedroom
Lvl Second

14 x 13

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second

14 x 12

Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

14 x 13

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood

Bedroom 4
Lvl Second

13 x 12

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood

Bathroom 1
Lvl Second

11 x 7

Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Vinyl

Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

8 x 7

Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Vinyl

Property History

Price Drop
$649,900

Was $699,999

Sep 23, 2026

MLS® 73553780

Price Drop
$699,999

Was $729,900

Sep 9, 2026

MLS® 73553780

Price Drop
$729,900

Was $779,900

Aug 6, 2026

MLS® 73553780

Listed
$779,900

Jul 22, 2026

MLS® 73553780

Questions about this home

When was 39 Main St, Saugus listed?

39 Main St, Saugus was listed on July 22, 2026.

Has the price of 39 Main St, Saugus changed?

The price has come down from an original $779,900 to $649,900 across 3 changes, most recently on September 23, 2026.

What are the property taxes for 39 Main St, Saugus?

The annual property taxes for 39 Main St, Saugus are $7,146 (2026 tax year).

How big is the lot at 39 Main St, Saugus?

39 Main St, Saugus sits on a 0.48-acre (21,087 sq ft) lot.

What is the status of 39 Main St, Saugus?

39 Main St, Saugus is actively listed for sale.

Population

28,773

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$102K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

28.5%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Essex County

1,060 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-11% vs the prior 12 months) — 603 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 2,606 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 21,087 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Sean K Connelly

Listing Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

MLS® Number: 73553780