200k price drop! Do not miss out! A unique opportunity awaits the lucky buyer of this amazing home. Private, hilltop retreat with distant ocean views. Walk to the park, sandy beach. and the incredible brand new, state of the arts elementary school. Enjoy stunning sunsets on the expansive wrap around deck. Inviting, open floor plan for easy entertaining. This house is "Move in Ready" with numerous, recent updates, hardwood floors throughout, new gas heating system and ac, new appliances. Plenty of room for home office space and guests. The lower level is set up for guests or family, with its own private entrance, ceramic tile flooring, built-in cabinets, huge closet, full bath. It is a ten minute walk to nine restaurants for indoor or outdoor summer dining. Live the vacation life year round. Be in by summer to enjoy all that this seaside town has to offer. 22 minute train ride from Swampscott station to North Station, Boston.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
9,365 sq ftLot Size
$517Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by Zina Glikberg• Conway - Swampscott
Bought with Gingle-Lerman Realty Group• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Perched high on a hill with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean toward Nahant, this wonderfully maintained and meticulously cared for home has three floors of living. The open floor plan creates the perfect flow to entertain guests, with multiple rooms opening onto an expansive deck which surrounds the house on three sides. An ensuite bedroom with walk in closet has its own deck, and there are two more ample bedrooms, all with commanding views. An office/bedroom and additional full bath complete the second floor. The lower level is already set up for guests or family, with its own private entrance, ceramic tile flooring, built in cabinets, huge closet, full bath, and Murphy bed when needed. Enjoy the cool ocean breezes, serenity, and sensational views from your deck.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,722 (+6.7%)
$307,900 + $435,000
$742,900
2022
$8,178 (−3.1%)
$264,000 + $373,400
$637,400
2021
$8,441 (+1.8%)
$246,400 + $365,300
$611,700
2020
$8,293 (−2.2%)
$220,000 + $359,900
$579,900
2019
$8,480 (+3.3%)
$198,000 + $359,900
$557,900
2018
$8,211 (+2.6%)
$180,400 + $332,800
$513,200
2017
$8,006 (+0.7%)
$168,900 + $289,900
$458,800
2016
$7,951 (+1.1%)
$168,900 + $289,900
$458,800
2015
$7,868 (+9.7%)
$168,900 + $289,900
$458,800
2014
$7,171 (−0.7%)
$140,800 + $242,700
$383,500
2013
$7,225 (+2.0%)
$140,800 + $242,700
$383,500
2012
$7,084 (+6.0%)
$146,500 + $247,300
$393,800
2011
$6,680 (+2.2%)
$154,000 + $248,400
$402,400
2010
$6,536 (+5.3%)
$162,800 + $233,800
$396,600
2009
$6,205
$189,200 + $243,500
$432,700
Tax history for 81 Ocean View Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,722 (+6.7%)
$307,900 + $435,000
$742,900
2022
$8,178 (−3.1%)
$264,000 + $373,400
$637,400
2021
$8,441 (+1.8%)
$246,400 + $365,300
$611,700
2020
$8,293 (−2.2%)
$220,000 + $359,900
$579,900
2019
$8,480 (+3.3%)
$198,000 + $359,900
$557,900
2018
$8,211 (+2.6%)
$180,400 + $332,800
$513,200
2017
$8,006 (+0.7%)
$168,900 + $289,900
$458,800
2016
$7,951 (+1.1%)
$168,900 + $289,900
$458,800
2015
$7,868 (+9.7%)
$168,900 + $289,900
$458,800
2014
$7,171 (−0.7%)
$140,800 + $242,700
$383,500
2013
$7,225 (+2.0%)
$140,800 + $242,700
$383,500
2012
$7,084 (+6.0%)
$146,500 + $247,300
$393,800
2011
$6,680 (+2.2%)
$154,000 + $248,400
$402,400
2010
$6,536 (+5.3%)
$162,800 + $233,800
$396,600
2009
$6,205
$189,200 + $243,500
$432,700
*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
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,365
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
2,500
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
2167987
Parking Spaces
5
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
Views, Waterfront
Last updated by owner on Jul 31, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Living Room Information
Level: First
Family Room Information
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Flooring: Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,500
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch, Deck
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Has Waterview
Ocean
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
ViewYN: Has View
View: City View(s), Scenic View(s)
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,432
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: off Humphrey
UnparsedAddress: 81 Ocean View Rd, Swampscott MA 01907
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,500
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 5
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 9,365 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Essex County
APN: 2167987
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Views, Waterfront
Home facts updated by owner on Jul 31, 2026
Other
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 • 1.3mi
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
6/10 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
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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.
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4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.23M – $1.49M
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