OFF MARKET

Off Market Jul 2024 for $2.5M

$2,904,733

•

4,919

sq ft

279 Nahant Rd, Nahant, MA 01908

About this home

Discover the grandeur of historic details with modern comforts in this stunning 1888 home. A perfect blend of period elegance and contemporary functionality, with an expansive 0.68 acres, this hidden gem offers breathtaking ocean views and even the Boston skyline. The 4919 sq ft home is a classic Colonial Revival featuring 7 generous bedrooms, 6 baths, 9 ft ceilings, entry foyer, butler pantry, and 4 woodburning fireplaces making it ideal for entertaining. Authentic elements from the era, such as curved windows in the primary, pocket doors, wainscoting, ornate moulding, and even a pull doorbell, are meticulously preserved throughout the home. Impressively maintained including double Burnham furnaces, water filtration system, newer deck and 2 car garage. Chef’s kitchen boasts a full pantry, double ovens, dual sink, kitchen island, SS appliances. The expanse of this property with its sprawling 2nd lawn ideal for garden parties also serves to provide privacy while preserving ocean views.

Single-familyProperty Type

1888Year Built

0.68 acresLot Size

$591Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Annie Wachtel • Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead

Bought with Pat Sullivan • Century 21 Seaport

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•Source:MLS PIN #73220361

Redfin Estimate

$2,904,733

$405K since sold in July 2024$6,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 71.9% higher than the average sale price ($1.69M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 7, 2026
$1,920,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths3,295 sq ft
183 Bass Point Rd, Nahant, MA 01908
SOLD JUL 14, 2026
$1,500,000
B
6 beds3 baths5,969 sq ft
303 Nahant Rd, Nahant, MA 01908
SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$2,100,000
C
4 beds4.5 baths3,067 sq ft
12 Lafayette Ter, Nahant, MA 01908
SOLD DEC 12, 2025
$2,000,000
D
5 beds2.5 baths3,357 sq ft
23 Phillips Rd, Nahant, MA 01908
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,650,000
E
5 beds4.5 baths7,000 sq ft
33 Pines Rd, Revere, MA 02151
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$969,000
F
5 beds2 baths2,777 sq ft
7 King St, Lynn, MA 01902

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Market trends in 01908, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

94.8%

+0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$979K

$39K MoM

Avg. days on market

55d

15 days MoM

Recently sold homes

5 MoM

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Sale history for 279 Nahant Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73220361

Jul 31, 2024

Sold

$2,500,000

$508/sq ft

Apr 18, 2024

Contingent

—

Apr 9, 2024

Listed

$2,500,000

$508/sq ft

MLS PIN #71228900

Aug 1, 2011

Sold

$1,050,000

$213/sq ft

Jun 20, 2011

Contingent

—

May 9, 2011

Listed

$1,179,000

$240/sq ft

Nantucket in Nahant. Built in 1888 by prominent Nahant builder J.T.Wilson for the wealthy summer folk, all the charm remains, yet the numerous and quality upgrades keep this spectacular home modern and efficient. Wonderful yard for family, pets and gardening. Southern exposure means cooling Summer breezes and sunny Winter days. A total of 15 rooms, 5 fireplaces, 4 full and 2 half baths .High ceilings, oversized windows, an elegant, fully equiped home theater, newer heat, HW, roof, much more.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$15,496 (−0.9%)

$637,600 + $1,154,900

$1,792,500

2021

$15,642 (+5.6%)

$510,100 + $978,200

$1,488,300

2020

$14,814 (+10.1%)

$510,100 + $840,300

$1,350,400

2019

$13,452 (+7.9%)

$478,200 + $754,800

$1,233,000

2018

$12,463 (+4.2%)

$478,200 + $737,700

$1,215,900

2017

$11,958 (+8.1%)

$478,200 + $663,900

$1,142,100

2015

$11,060 (−1.0%)

$374,600 + $638,200

$1,012,800

2014

$11,171 (+3.9%)

$374,600 + $638,200

$1,012,800

2013

$10,751 (+1.8%)

$374,600 + $626,400

$1,001,000

2012

$10,561 (+3.5%)

$374,600 + $626,400

$1,001,000

2011

$10,201 (+1.5%)

$393,700 + $626,400

$1,020,100

2010

$10,054

$497,300 + $570,000

$1,067,300

2009

$10,054

$581,500 + $597,200

$1,178,700

Tax history for 279 Nahant Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2022

$15,496 (−0.9%)

$637,600 + $1,154,900

$1,792,500

2021

$15,642 (+5.6%)

$510,100 + $978,200

$1,488,300

2020

$14,814 (+10.1%)

$510,100 + $840,300

$1,350,400

2019

$13,452 (+7.9%)

$478,200 + $754,800

$1,233,000

2018

$12,463 (+4.2%)

$478,200 + $737,700

$1,215,900

2017

$11,958 (+8.1%)

$478,200 + $663,900

$1,142,100

2015

$11,060 (−1.0%)

$374,600 + $638,200

$1,012,800

2014

$11,171 (+3.9%)

$374,600 + $638,200

$1,012,800

2013

$10,751 (+1.8%)

$374,600 + $626,400

$1,001,000

2012

$10,561 (+3.5%)

$374,600 + $626,400

$1,001,000

2011

$10,201 (+1.5%)

$393,700 + $626,400

$1,020,100

2010

$10,054

$497,300 + $570,000

$1,067,300

2009

$10,054

$581,500 + $597,200

$1,178,700

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.68 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,893

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2062689

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 5
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Heated Garage, Storage, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 377
Length: 26
Width: 14.5
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Closet - Linen,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Balcony / Deck,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Slider

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 169.4
Length: 14
Width: 12.1
Level: Second
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Closet,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 122.31
Length: 12.11
Width: 10.1
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 133.38
Length: 11.7
Width: 11.4
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom #5 Information
Area: 163.88
Length: 13.11
Width: 12.5
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Window(s) - Picture

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
Main Level Bathrooms: 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 37.44
Length: 7.2
Width: 5.2
Level: Main,First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Window(s) - Picture,Washer Hookup

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 61.02
Length: 11.3
Width: 5.4
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Window(s) - Picture

Bathroom #3 Information
Area: 44
Length: 8
Width: 5.5
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Window(s) - Picture

Living Room Information
Area: 401.88
Length: 20.4
Width: 19.7
Level: Main,First
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting,Decorative Molding

Family Room Information
Area: 285.58
Length: 18.9
Width: 15.11
Level: Basement
Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting

Dining Room Information
Area: 293.76
Length: 19.2
Width: 15.3
Level: Main,First
Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,French Doors,Wainscoting,Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen Information
Area: 188.5
Length: 14.5
Width: 13
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture,Dining Area,Countertops - Upgraded,Kitchen Island,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Overhead

Office Room Information
Area: 102.26
Length: 13.11
Width: 7.8
Level: Third
Features: Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Dirt Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 5
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 18
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Window(s) - Picture
Flooring: Hardwood, Other, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Lighting - Sconce, Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet, Sun Room, Entry Hall, Bathroom, Bedroom, Office

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,919
Year Built Source: Owner
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: Brown

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Storage, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, City View(s), Garden

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Has Waterview
Ocean, Public, Walk to

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.68
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
ViewYN: Has View
View: City View(s), Scenic View(s), City
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas

Location

Location Information
Directions: Nahant Road, opposite Country Club
UnparsedAddress: 279 Nahant Road, Nahant MA 01908

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,893
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.68 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2062689

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: See Exclusion List Attached
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Johnson Elementary School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.8mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years

8/10 Wind Factor

80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Nahant, MA • 01908

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

9.2 hrs

4.4 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$2.76M – $3.34M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
291 Nahant Rd, Nahant, MA 10 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 7680 Sq. Ft.	$2,371,479
269 Nahant Rd, Nahant, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2849 Sq. Ft.	$1,544,202

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267 Nahant Rd, Nahant, MA 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 7013 Sq. Ft.	$2,373,704
292 Nahant Rd, Nahant, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2880 Sq. Ft.	$1,440,991

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