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. $3,942 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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47
53
38
39
26
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Mar
Apr
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Jul
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Swampscott. 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
$1.62M – $1.96M
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