Perched high above the coastline, this exceptional Swampscott home offers breathtaking, panoramic ocean views from every level. The original 1920 residence blends timeless charm with a thoughtfully designed addition that maximizes southern exposure and stunning water vistas. The main level features a spacious eat-in kitchen, dining and living areas oriented toward the views, formal entry foyer, and half bath. A dramatic lower-level family/sunroom showcases cathedral ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, opening to professionally landscaped, mature gardens. Upstairs, the second floor includes two large bedrooms with direct ocean views, a full bath, third bedroom, and laundry. The top-floor primary suite offers a roof deck and glass doors with sweeping ocean views, walk-in closet, and full bath. Additional highlights include a two-car garage, porte-cochere, plentiful driveway parking, and ample basement storage. Within .6mi of new elementary school, middle school, shops, and ocean
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
7,993 sq ftLot Size
$414Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Merry Fox Team• MerryFox Realty
Listed by Daniel Fox• MerryFox Realty
Bought with Beth Jacobs• Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead
Est. $4,069 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 49 Ocean View Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73501897
Jul 31, 2026
Sold
$1,385,000
$414/sq ft
Jun 3, 2026
Pending
—
May 20, 2026
Contingent
—
May 11, 2026
Price Changed
$1,499,000
$448/sq ft
Apr 15, 2026
Listed
$1,599,000
$478/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 21, 1990
Sold
$435,000
$130/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,025 (+7.4%)
$371,900 + $652,400
$1,024,300
2022
$11,198 (+0.6%)
$316,100 + $556,700
$872,800
2021
$11,130 (−2.7%)
$260,300 + $546,200
$806,500
2020
$11,433 (−3.7%)
$260,300 + $539,200
$799,500
2019
$11,870 (−0.5%)
$241,700 + $539,200
$780,900
2018
$11,933 (−0.2%)
$241,700 + $504,100
$745,800
2017
$11,958 (+0.7%)
$216,200 + $469,100
$685,300
2016
$11,876 (+1.0%)
$216,200 + $469,100
$685,300
2015
$11,753 (−10.0%)
$216,200 + $469,100
$685,300
2014
$13,060 (−0.7%)
$186,000 + $512,400
$698,400
2013
$13,148 (+3.3%)
$185,500 + $512,400
$697,900
2012
$12,724 (+6.3%)
$185,500 + $521,800
$707,300
2011
$11,969 (+2.0%)
$195,200 + $525,800
$721,000
2010
$11,739 (+0.9%)
$232,400 + $479,900
$712,300
2009
$11,631
$269,600 + $541,500
$811,100
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,867
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
2167992
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: 4
Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Tandem
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Third
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full
Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full
Living Room Information
Level: First
Family Room Information
Level: Basement
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,347
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: tan
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 3347
Has Waterview
Harbor, Ocean
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
Lot Features: Wooded
Waterfront Features: Harbor, Ocean, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,727.60
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Ductless
Location
Location Information
Directions: Humphrey Street to Millett Road, right onto Ocean View Road.
UnparsedAddress: 49 Ocean View Road, Swampscott MA 01907
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,867
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2167992
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Swampscott Middle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Swampscott High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
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, 15 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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67
78
62
72
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63
47
53
38
39
26
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Feb
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Apr
May
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Jul
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 20% for direct sun exposure in Swampscott. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$1.48M – $1.79M
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