For sale

$4,495,000

Est. $27,543/mo —

•

8,178

sq ft

251 Puritan Rd, Swampscott, MA 01907

About this home

Rare Oceanfront Queen Anne Victorian Estate | Beachhurst | Boston Skyline Views directly on the ocean just 11 miles from Boston, this magnificent shingle-style home offers an unparalleled oceanfront lifestyle. Featuring 8 bedrooms (4 ensuite), & multiple outdoor spaces, the home is designed for grand entertaining and relaxed coastal living. Wake to sweeping views of Boston's glittering skyline, harbor islands, and open sea from nearly every room. Direct access to Eisen Beach puts sand and surf at your doorstep. The chef's kitchen opens via French doors straight to the water, while the wraparound covered porch and pergola invite endless hours of coastal enjoyment. The original craftsmanship designed by Richard Morris Hunt shines with inlaid hardwood floors, hand-carved balusters, stained-glass entry doors, rich wood paneling & multiple ornate fireplaces. Swampscott's most iconic oceanfront home with green lawn, all just minutes from the commuter rail with direct service to Boston.

Single-familyProperty Type

1895Year Built

0.36 acresLot Size

$550Price/Sq.Ft.

7 spacesParking

Listed by Beth Dickerson • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Listed by • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Listing updated: Aug 27, 2026 at 05:24pm

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73507578

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$27,543 per month

Principal and interest$23,623

Property taxes

$3,245

HOA dues

Home insurance

$674

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Swampscott Elementary School

Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.6mi

6/10

Swampscott Middle School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

6/10

Swampscott High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi

8/10

Provided by GreatSchools

About Phillips

Point

Phillips Point, located between Phillips Beach and King’s Beach, is a coastal and residential Swampscott neighborhood with rocky shoreline views and pocket beaches. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Puritan Road near the Phillips Point shoreline, where salt-air walks, stone seawalls, and passing sailboats set the daily rhythm. Classic New England shingle-style and Colonial homes line curving lanes, many oriented toward the water. The shoreline path links small coves and lookout spots that feel distinctly local. For a cultural anchor nearby, the Cabot Theatre and the Swampscott Public Library add a town-center counterpoint to the oceanfront calm.

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Offer insights

251 Puritan Rd · $4,495,000

Strong offer

$4.4M and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $4.4M+ is a strong offer

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 21 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 2% above list price.

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Insulated doors and storm doors
Insulated windows
Ten fireplaces throughout
Total of 17 rooms
Partial, partially finished basement

Bathrooms
Five full bathrooms
Two half bathrooms
Master bathroom present

Flooring
Wood flooring
Tile flooring
Hardwood flooring

Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Hot water heating
Radiant heating
Central air conditioning

Sale and tax history for 251 Puritan Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73507578

Jul 8, 2026

Price Changed

$4,495,000

$550/sq ft

Jun 8, 2026

Price Changed

$4,925,000

$602/sq ft

Apr 27, 2026

Listed

$4,950,000

$605/sq ft

MLS PIN #70633850

Apr 17, 2008

Sold

$1,620,000

$198/sq ft

Mar 7, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Oct 17, 2007

Price Changed

$1,795,000

$219/sq ft

Aug 21, 2007

Listed

$1,950,000

$238/sq ft

Extremely rare direct beachfront property. Panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and Boston skyline from this Victorian-era Richard Morris Hunt-designed home. Features include extraordinary architectural detail and gracious proportions throughout. Ideal for family living and sophisticated entertaining. Viking kitchen with mudroom/pantry; en-suite bedrooms; 3rd floor expansion potential. 25 minutes from Logan International Airport. Restore or rebuild on this priceless location.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$30,154 (−0.9%)

$1,431,000 + $1,137,500

$2,568,500

2022

$30,433 (−1.2%)

$1,371,400 + $1,000,600

$2,372,000

2021

$30,810 (−2.9%)

$1,252,100 + $980,500

$2,232,600

2020

$31,733 (−0.6%)

$1,252,100 + $967,000

$2,219,100

2019

$31,918 (+1.1%)

$1,132,900 + $967,000

$2,099,900

2018

$31,570 (−3.9%)

$1,073,300 + $899,800

$1,973,100

2017

$32,867 (+0.7%)

$1,073,300 + $810,200

$1,883,500

2016

$32,641 (+1.0%)

$1,073,300 + $810,200

$1,883,500

2015

$32,302 (+16.6%)

$1,073,300 + $810,200

$1,883,500

2014

$27,708 (+6.1%)

$834,800 + $646,900

$1,481,700

2013

$26,118 (+8.5%)

$739,400 + $646,900

$1,386,300

2012

$24,074 (+5.6%)

$739,400 + $598,800

$1,338,200

2011

$22,807 (−5.3%)

$775,100 + $598,800

$1,373,900

2010

$24,072 (+5.4%)

$870,500 + $590,200

$1,460,700

2009

$22,842

$989,800 + $603,100

$1,592,900

Public record

Beds

Baths

5.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.36 Acres

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

6,900

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

6,900

Year built

1895

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2168547

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.

Climate risks

8/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance 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 96° expected this year, 14 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, 3 days in 30 years

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Swampscott, MA • 01907

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

83/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.9 hrs

5.6 hrs

JuneDecember

Provided by Shadowmap

Redfin Estimate for 251 Puritan Rd

$4,127,928

$367K under list price of $4.50M

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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $900K to $2.5M.

SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$1,635,000 Last sold price
4 beds3.5 baths3,772 sq ft
26 Forest Avenue Ext, Swampscott, MA 01907
$117/sq ft
larger lot
92 years newer
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,385,000 Last sold price
4 beds2.5 baths3,347 sq ft
49 Ocean View Rd, Swampscott, MA 01907
$136/sq ft
smaller lot
25 years newer
SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$2,550,000 Last sold price
6 beds4.5 baths5,068 sq ft
45 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907
$47/sq ft
larger lot
5 years older
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$2,400,000 Last sold price
4 beds2.5 baths3,089 sq ft
128 Ocean Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907
$227/sq ft
smaller lot
38 years newer
SOLD DEC 1, 2025
$1,725,000 Last sold price
5 beds3.5 baths3,447 sq ft
455 Puritan Rd, Swampscott, MA 01907
$50/sq ft
larger lot
20 years newer
SOLD JAN 31, 2026
$900,000 Last sold price
4 beds4 baths2,347 sq ft
75 Bay View Dr, Swampscott, MA 01907
$167/sq ft
smaller lot
61 years newer

Rental earnings

Est. $4,462 per month, based on comparable rentals

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