Beverly Homes & Living

03/09/2026

🍂 Fall real estate season is here on the North Shore. If you have been waiting all summer to make your move, September is your window. Serious buyers, less competition, real conversations. Let us talk.

03/09/2026

🍂 The North Shore fall real estate market is officially open for business.

After a summer of beach days and lobster rolls, September brings something even better for Essex County homeowners and house hunters: a market that gets real things done.

Here is what I am seeing right now:
✅ Motivated buyers are back from summer vacation, ready to move
✅ Sellers who list now face less competition than the spring rush
✅ Inventory is shifting, and some good opportunities are surfacing
✅ Conversations are more focused than they were in June

Whether you are thinking about selling your home this fall or you have been watching the market all summer, this is the window worth paying attention to.

I have been working the North Shore since 2003. I know these towns the way locals know the back roads to Wingaersheek.

Let us talk about what this fall market means for your situation. DM me directly.

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02/09/2026

02/09/2026

Marblehead, Massachusetts — and a story I can't stop thinking about. 🎣

You've seen that painting a thousand times. George Washington, standing in a boat, crossing the Delaware River on Christmas night 1776.

But here's what they didn't tell you in history class:

Those rowers were North Shore fishermen. Marblehead men.

Colonel John Glover led a regiment of weather-beaten Marblehead mariners who saved George Washington's army not once — but TWICE.

First, in August 1776, they evacuated 9,500 Continental troops off Long Island in a single night, slipping past the British fleet in the fog without losing a single man or cannon. A British officer wrote: "To my inexpressible astonishment, the Rebel army have all escaped."

Then on Christmas night, through a howling nor'easter, those same men rowed 3,000 soldiers across the ice-choked Delaware River. The victory at Trenton followed. The first real American win of the entire war.

And one more thing: Glover's regiment was one of America's first integrated military units — one-third of its muster rolls listed men as "dark complexioned," including free African Americans and Native Americans. That African American figure in the famous Leutze painting? He represents the reality of who Marblehead was.

When the war ended, President Washington made a special detour to Marblehead in 1789 — just to say thank you.

John Glover's tomb is still at Old Burial Hill. You can visit it today.

🏛️ Marblehead Museum – new Revolutionary War exhibit opened 2026
⚓ Fort Sewall – colonial-era harbor fort, free public park
🗿 Old Burial Hill – Glover's tomb, with harbor views

Did you know this story? I'm curious — did any of you grow up around here and learn this in school? Tell me below! And share if this surprised you as much as it surprised me.

30/08/2026

🍂 North Shore Smart Moves — Late Summer Edition

The summer rush is over. And for smart buyers, that's actually good news.

Here's something I've seen play out every year since 2003: the buyers who make their move in September and October often land better deals than the ones competing all summer.

Three reasons fall works:

📉 Less competition. When school starts, casual browsers disappear. The serious buyers left? They're your peers, not a crowd.

🤝 Motivated sellers. Homeowners who listed in spring and didn't sell have been waiting months. They're ready to talk.

📊 Rates easing. 30-year rates are in the mid-6s — and forecasters are watching for year-end improvement. Waiting costs you equity you're not building.

The North Shore is stunning in fall. The foliage, the harbor light, the crisp air — it's actually one of the best times to see what a home and neighborhood really feel like when the beach crowds are gone.

If you've been thinking about making a move, this is the window.

📞 I'm Kathleen Militello, and I've helped buyers and sellers on the North Shore since 2003.
🌐 essexcountyhomesforsale.com

28/08/2026

🎬 The North Shore is calling! 🏡🌊

Thinking about buying or selling on Massachusetts' beautiful North Shore? Now is the time!

📞 Call or DM me to learn more!

28/08/2026

🏡 Happy Friday, North Shore! Ready to make your move before fall?

The late summer market is full of opportunity — fewer buyers competing, motivated sellers, and the most beautiful time of year to explore homes in Ipswich, Beverly, Manchester-by-the-Sea, and beyond.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, looking to upsize, or ready to downsize into your dream coastal retreat — I'm here to make it happen.

📞 Call or DM me to get started!

27/08/2026

🏡 **How well do you know Beverly, Massachusetts?**

Whether you already live in Beverly, you're thinking about moving here, or you're just curious about what's happening in the local real estate market, I've put together a Beverly resource for you.

You can explore **Beverly homes for sale, local real estate information, neighborhoods, and what it's like to live here** — all in one place.

And if you own a home in Beverly, it's also a great way to keep an eye on what's happening in your local market.

Have a question about Beverly or a particular neighborhood? Drop it in the comments. I’m always happy to talk about the North Shore.

25/08/2026

Living on the North Shore is a gift — ocean views, salt air, and some of New England's most beautiful coastline. But if you own a coastal home, late summer is the time to think about storms, not just sunsets.

Hurricane season peaks between mid-August and October, and Massachusetts coastal towns know this firsthand. The good news? A little preparation now goes a long way.

Start with the basics: know your flood zone, secure outdoor furniture, clear your gutters, and make sure your sump pump works. If you have a garage door, make sure it's braced — it's one of the most vulnerable parts of a home in high winds. And don't forget the non-physical prep: an emergency kit, a family plan, and photos of your belongings stored safely.

You don't need to do everything at once. Pick one thing this week.

What's the one thing you always do to get your home storm-ready each year? I'd love to hear your routine. 🌊

21/08/2026

Thinking about the North Shore of Boston? Here's the honest breakdown of which town might be right for you.

Salem: commuter rail, walkable, ~$590K. Beverly: four train stops, farm-to-table dining, something for every budget. Manchester-by-the-Sea: Singing Beach, quiet and refined, always in demand. Gloucester & Rockport: authentic harbor towns on Cape Ann. Marblehead: sailing culture, top schools, ~$1M+. Ipswich: Crane Beach, Castle Hill, real small-town life. Hamilton & Wenham: horse farms, top-ranked schools, peaceful. Newburyport: red-brick downtown, Plum Island, ~$890K.

Every town has its own feel. I've worked this market since 2003. Reach out anytime -- I'll tell you exactly what's happening where.

📲 Kathleen Militello | eXp Realty