Manchester-by-the-Sea is located in what is traditionally known as the “North Shore”, approximately 30 miles from the City of Boston, within the county of Essex. Manchester-by-the-Sea is a residential seashore community with over 12 miles of tidal shoreline providing beaches, a perfect yachting haven, and commercial fishing.
The North Shore of Massachusetts is a well-balanced region — boasting all of the tools and amenities of a major metropolitan area vital for businesses to prosper while offering the resources and services intrinsic to living and raising a family.
A diverse array of enterprises — from century-old businesses to cutting-edge incubators to high-tech giants — are contributing to the success of the state-of-the-art industrial parks and the vibrancy of the local downtowns throughout the region.
The region is blessed with outstanding restaurants, shopping, beaches, and outdoor trails.
The North Shore is equally regarded as a place to call home — dominated by a wealth of highly regarded public and private schools, healthcare facilities, recreational pursuits, and residential options. The region also boasts outstanding arts and entertainment venues, world-class museums, and opportunities aimed at attracting everyone from young couples to families to retirees.