Perched high above historic Forty Steps Beach, with unobstructed views of Castle Rock and the Atlantic beyond, this rare and remarkable colonial home is one of the finest properties to be found in Nahant. With its 1840’s pedigree, and it's slate roof and stucco and stone façade with symmetrical upper balconies atop lower verandas, this stately and elegant home has long been a distinctive landmark within the town’s exclusive East Point community. The original grandeur has been carefully preserved and updated to accommodate today’s lifestyle and convenience. The main house offers 6 generously-sized bedrooms and 6 bathrooms, including a newly renovated master suite, and ocean views from nearly every room. A detached carriage house in the rear offers parking for 6 cars with custom workshop and additional storage. Outside, the home celebrates its unrivaled seaside setting w/ flagstone patios, an outdoor fireplace with jacuzzi for outdoor dining or entertaining, and coastal perennial gardens
Single-familyProperty Type
1846Year Built
1.09 acresLot Size
$724Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 garage spacesParking
Listed by Amanda Armstrong Group• Engel & Volkers By the Sea
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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
10
5 MoM
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Sale history for 391 Nahant Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #72711282
Jan 29, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Jan 29, 2021
Sold
$3,520,000
$527/sq ft
Dec 14, 2020
Contingent
—
Aug 17, 2020
Listed
$3,700,000
$553/sq ft
Public Records
May 2, 2005
Sold
$975,000
$146/sq ft
MLS PIN #70102808
May 2, 2005
Sold
$1,700,000
$254/sq ft
Mar 8, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Oct 9, 2004
Listed
$1,875,000
$280/sq ft
"FORTY STEPS" THIS PROPERTY IS CONSIDERED ONE OF THE FINEST HOMES IN NAHANT. THE MAIN HOUSE WAS BUILT IN 1846, WITH BEAUTIFUL UPPER BALCONIES, LOWER DECKS, PLUS A RENTAL UNIT,CURRENTLY OCCUPIED BY TAW, WITH UNOBSTRUCTIVE OCEAN VIEWS. THIS IS A GREAT ALL YEAR HOME OR SEASONAL RETREAT.A MUST SEE....PRICE TO SELL... Financial approval letter required before any showings.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$32,156 (+51.5%)
$1,479,800 + $1,977,800
$3,457,600
2021
$21,220 (+0.6%)
$1,139,900 + $879,100
$2,019,000
2020
$21,103 (+0.5%)
$1,139,900 + $783,800
$1,923,700
2019
$20,988 (+6.4%)
$1,139,900 + $783,800
$1,923,700
2018
$19,718 (+1.8%)
$1,139,900 + $783,800
$1,923,700
2017
$19,373 (+5.4%)
$1,139,900 + $710,400
$1,850,300
2016
$18,379 (+1.3%)
$1,107,900 + $639,200
$1,747,100
2014
$18,143 (+2.7%)
$1,007,900 + $637,000
$1,644,900
2013
$17,666 (+1.8%)
$1,007,900 + $637,000
$1,644,900
2012
$17,354 (+2.3%)
$1,007,900 + $637,000
$1,644,900
2011
$16,969 (−2.3%)
$1,059,900 + $637,000
$1,696,900
2010
$17,376 (+5.2%)
$1,259,800 + $584,800
$1,844,600
2009
$16,513
$1,322,200 + $613,700
$1,935,900
Tax history for 391 Nahant Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$32,156 (+51.5%)
$1,479,800 + $1,977,800
$3,457,600
2021
$21,220 (+0.6%)
$1,139,900 + $879,100
$2,019,000
2020
$21,103 (+0.5%)
$1,139,900 + $783,800
$1,923,700
2019
$20,988 (+6.4%)
$1,139,900 + $783,800
$1,923,700
2018
$19,718 (+1.8%)
$1,139,900 + $783,800
$1,923,700
2017
$19,373 (+5.4%)
$1,139,900 + $710,400
$1,850,300
2016
$18,379 (+1.3%)
$1,107,900 + $639,200
$1,747,100
2014
$18,143 (+2.7%)
$1,007,900 + $637,000
$1,644,900
2013
$17,666 (+1.8%)
$1,007,900 + $637,000
$1,644,900
2012
$17,354 (+2.3%)
$1,007,900 + $637,000
$1,644,900
2011
$16,969 (−2.3%)
$1,059,900 + $637,000
$1,696,900
2010
$17,376 (+5.2%)
$1,259,800 + $584,800
$1,844,600
2009
$16,513
$1,322,200 + $613,700
$1,935,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.