Midcentury modern style and coastal charm come together in this 4 bed/2 1/2 bath home in Swampscott. Set on a nearly 12,000 square foot lot, this 2006 full-gut renovation offers sun-filled living spaces and hardwood floors throughout. A welcoming foyer opens to a fireplaced living room, granite and stainless kitchen, dining area, and a spacious family room - perfect for entertaining or unwinding in comfort. The primary suite features a beautifully tiled 3/4 bath, while 3 additional bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, work, or play. Step outside through sliding doors to your own private retreat with an in-ground pool, expansive deck, and fenced backyard. While the home could use a bit of TLC, it’s a fantastic opportunity in this highly sought-after neighborhood. Just around the corner from Swampscott Middle School, a half mile to the new elementary school, and less than a mile to the beach. Close to the commuter rail, shopping, dining, and Swampscott’s fabulous farmers market!
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$470Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Julie Andrews• Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Great opportunity! Desireable Forest avenue neighborhood!Make this house your "Cinderella story!" House needs rehabbing. In a neighborhood of more expensive homes.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,672 (+9.4%)
$374,500 + $364,200
$738,700
2022
$7,929 (−2.1%)
$321,000 + $297,000
$618,000
2021
$8,095 (+3.9%)
$299,600 + $287,000
$586,600
2020
$7,788 (−1.1%)
$267,500 + $277,100
$544,600
2019
$7,872 (−0.9%)
$240,800 + $277,100
$517,900
2018
$7,942 (−2.0%)
$219,300 + $277,100
$496,400
2017
$8,107 (+0.7%)
$205,400 + $259,200
$464,600
2016
$8,052 (+1.1%)
$205,400 + $259,200
$464,600
2015
$7,968 (−0.9%)
$205,400 + $259,200
$464,600
2014
$8,043 (+2.0%)
$171,200 + $258,900
$430,100
2013
$7,886 (+2.4%)
$171,200 + $247,400
$418,600
2012
$7,698 (+6.7%)
$178,200 + $249,700
$427,900
2011
$7,216 (+1.5%)
$187,300 + $247,400
$434,700
2010
$7,111 (+7.8%)
$198,000 + $233,500
$431,500
2009
$6,598
$230,100 + $230,000
$460,100
Tax history for 68 Walnut Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,672 (+9.4%)
$374,500 + $364,200
$738,700
2022
$7,929 (−2.1%)
$321,000 + $297,000
$618,000
2021
$8,095 (+3.9%)
$299,600 + $287,000
$586,600
2020
$7,788 (−1.1%)
$267,500 + $277,100
$544,600
2019
$7,872 (−0.9%)
$240,800 + $277,100
$517,900
2018
$7,942 (−2.0%)
$219,300 + $277,100
$496,400
2017
$8,107 (+0.7%)
$205,400 + $259,200
$464,600
2016
$8,052 (+1.1%)
$205,400 + $259,200
$464,600
2015
$7,968 (−0.9%)
$205,400 + $259,200
$464,600
2014
$8,043 (+2.0%)
$171,200 + $258,900
$430,100
2013
$7,886 (+2.4%)
$171,200 + $247,400
$418,600
2012
$7,698 (+6.7%)
$178,200 + $249,700
$427,900
2011
$7,216 (+1.5%)
$187,300 + $247,400
$434,700
2010
$7,111 (+7.8%)
$198,000 + $233,500
$431,500
2009
$6,598
$230,100 + $230,000
$460,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,935
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
2168189
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: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Off Street, Stone/Gravel, Unpaved
Exterior Features: Deck, Pool - Inground, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,869
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Oil, Hydro Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Forest Ave. to Walnut Road.
UnparsedAddress: 68 Walnut Road, Swampscott MA 01907
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,935
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2168189
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 Middle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
6/10
Swampscott High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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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, 13 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$865,000 – $1.05M
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