Located in the highly sought-after Littles Point area, down the street from the beach, this 4-bedroom Colonial blends 1920s charm with modern updates. Set back from the road, it offers privacy, abundant natural light, and generously sized rooms. A welcoming foyer leads to a fireplace living room with stunning beamed cathedral ceiling. Eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, and family room with direct yard access are great for entertaining. The first floor includes a office or guest bedroom with full bath. Upstairs features the primary ensuite, two additional bedrooms, and a renovated bath. Recent updates include a newer roof, updated windows, freshly painted interior rooms, and freshly painted exterior. A second-floor greenhouse/office, large, private fenced yard, patio, and two-car garage complete this move-in-ready home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$565Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jodi Gildea• Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Sean Gildea• Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Jennifer Gelfand• Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Est. $4,169 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 440 Puritan Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73501101
Jun 15, 2026
Sold
$1,408,000
$565/sq ft
Apr 20, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 14, 2026
Listed
$1,250,000
$502/sq ft
MLS PIN #70462515
Jun 15, 2007
Sold
$663,000
$266/sq ft
Apr 26, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Sep 21, 2006
Listed
$699,000
$280/sq ft
Distinctive 1920's 4 bedroom colonial featuring a unique central living room with beamed cathedral ceiling, a family room with outside access to the back patio, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen and first floor guest room or office. Well located in the Little's Point area of Swampscott, this home enjoys a tremendous sense of privacy. The property offers a large, fenced back yard with brick patio and a well landscaped front yard.
Public Records
Feb 3, 2005
Sold
$689,000
$276/sq ft
MLS PIN #70121510
Feb 2, 2005
Sold
$685,000
$275/sq ft
Dec 7, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Nov 30, 2004
Listed
$689,000
$276/sq ft
REMINISCENT OF ENGLISH COUNTRYSIDE. 3-4 BEDROOMS, EAT-IN KITCHEN, 3 FULL BATHS, FP LIVING ROOM W/ BEAMED, SOARING CEILING, 1ST FLOOR, MBA, GORGEOUS GROUNDS, MANY UPGRADES AND MORE POTENTIAL TO BE REALIZED. 4TH BEDROOM ON 1ST FLOOR CURRENTLY USED AS STUDY. THERE IS ALSO A PLAYHOUSE. CHARM, CHARM, CHARM.
MLS PIN #30415442
Jul 27, 2000
Sold
$528,000
$212/sq ft
Jun 12, 2000
Listing Removed
—
May 30, 2000
Listed
$554,900
$223/sq ft
MLS PIN #30282624
Aug 31, 1999
Sold
$479,900
$193/sq ft
May 5, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Dec 28, 1998
Listed
$485,000
$195/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,616 (+4.7%)
$441,900 + $462,400
$904,300
2022
$10,137 (+7.3%)
$375,600 + $414,500
$790,100
2021
$9,447 (−2.5%)
$309,300 + $375,300
$684,600
2020
$9,693 (−2.7%)
$309,300 + $368,500
$677,800
2019
$9,967 (−2.8%)
$287,200 + $368,500
$655,700
2018
$10,250 (+0.2%)
$287,200 + $353,400
$640,600
2017
$10,229 (+0.7%)
$256,900 + $329,300
$586,200
2016
$10,159 (−12.7%)
$256,900 + $329,300
$586,200
2015
$11,633 (+15.2%)
$256,900 + $421,400
$678,300
2014
$10,096 (−0.6%)
$221,000 + $318,900
$539,900
2013
$10,160 (+4.2%)
$220,400 + $318,900
$539,300
2012
$9,752 (+5.3%)
$220,400 + $321,700
$542,100
2011
$9,259 (−1.0%)
$232,000 + $325,800
$557,800
2010
$9,356 (+4.4%)
$276,200 + $291,500
$567,700
2009
$8,960
$320,400 + $304,400
$624,800
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.34 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,492
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
2168680
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 5
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Deeded, Paved
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard, Garden, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 2492
Below Grade Finished Area: 0
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.33
Lot Features: Easements, Gentle Sloping, Level
Waterfront Features: Ocean, Direct Access, Walk to, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Frontage Length: 120
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,829
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Location
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Swampscott Middle School
High School: Swampscott High School
Location Information
Directions: Humphrey Street to Puritan Road.
UnparsedAddress: 440 Puritan Rd, Swampscott MA 01907
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,492
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2168680
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Swampscott Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Swampscott Middle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
6/10
Swampscott High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
8/10
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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 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
77% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Swampscott, MA • 01907
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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72
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63
47
53
38
39
26
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Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.5 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.44M – $1.74M
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