For sale

$2,495,000

Est. $15,359/mo —

•

4,175

sq ft

90 Puritan Rd, Swampscott, MA 01907

About this home

“Beach Life” at the iconic Wedding Cake House! Move right into this beautifully updated, sun-drenched 5-bedroom, 5-bath residence just steps to sandy beaches, offering views of the Boston skyline and a short stroll to local restaurants. This exceptional home features high ceilings, a chef’s kitchen with quality finishes, and multiple decks perfect for seamless indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. A fenced yard with irrigation and a two-car garage add convenience, while the finished walkout lower level provides ideal space for entertaining, extended guests, or in-law living. Layout offers flex space with potential first floor bedroom suite, and 3rd floor bedroom OR office with private balcony overlooking Boston. Updated systems throughout ensure comfort, efficiency, and peace of mind. A rare opportunity to enjoy a premier coastal lifestyle in a truly distinctive and memorable home.View fireworks to Boston & the South Shore!

Single-familyProperty Type

1874Year Built

10,032 sq ftLot Size

$598Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Judith Toner • The Proper Nest Real Estate

Listed by • The Proper Nest Real Estate

Listing updated: Jun 1, 2026 at 03:10am

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73513051

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$15,359 per month

Principal and interest$12,946

Property taxes

$2,039

HOA dues

Home insurance

$374

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Swampscott Middle School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

6/10

Swampscott High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

8/10

Provided by GreatSchools

About Phillips

Point

Phillips Point, located between Phillips Beach and King’s Beach, is a coastal and residential Swampscott neighborhood with rocky shoreline views and pocket beaches. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Puritan Road near the Phillips Point shoreline, where salt-air walks, stone seawalls, and passing sailboats set the daily rhythm. Classic New England shingle-style and Colonial homes line curving lanes, many oriented toward the water. The shoreline path links small coves and lookout spots that feel distinctly local. For a cultural anchor nearby, the Cabot Theatre and the Swampscott Public Library add a town-center counterpoint to the oceanfront calm.

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Offer insights

90 Puritan Rd · $2,495,000

Strong offer

$2.45M and above

75% chance or better to win

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
11 total rooms
French doors
Bay/bow/box windows with insulated glass and screens
Custom built closets/cabinets
Walk-in closet(s)
Great room
Home office
Two fireplaces (family room)

Bedrooms
Main level bedroom (1)
Second floor master bedroom with full bathroom, walk-in closet, hardwood flooring, dressing room — remodeled
Second floor bedroom with closet, hardwood flooring — remodeled
Second floor bedroom with closet, hardwood flooring
Third level bedroom with closet, hardwood flooring
Bedroom on main and third levels with closet, hardwood flooring, balcony/deck — remodeled

Bathrooms
Five full bathrooms
Main level full bathroom with tiled shower stall and stone/ceramic tile flooring
Second floor full bathrooms with tiled tub & shower and stone/ceramic tile flooring
Master bathroom (yes)

Kitchen
Remodeled kitchen with hardwood flooring
Pantry
Upgraded stone/granite countertops
Stainless steel appliances
Gas stove
Peninsula and exterior access

Laundry & utility
Laundry located on second floor
Washer and dryer included
Gas water heater and water heater present

Flooring
Wood (hardwood) flooring throughout main living areas and bedrooms
Stone/ceramic tile flooring in bathrooms
Laminate flooring in office

Heating & cooling
Central heating and cooling
Forced air and heat pump
Natural gas heating
Fireplace heating

Sale and tax history for 90 Puritan Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73513051

May 28, 2026

Price Changed

$2,495,000

$598/sq ft

May 5, 2026

Listed

$2,600,000

$623/sq ft

MLS PIN #72165249

Jul 6, 2017

Sold

$1,150,000

$275/sq ft

May 23, 2017

Pending

—

May 16, 2017

Listed

$1,230,000

$295/sq ft

+25

Known as "The Cake House" for its cake-like appearance and beautiful design. Expansive views of the coastline,and Boston skyline from this lovingly renovated 6BR, 5 bath Victorian (c. 1874). Imagine 4th of July fireworks from the enclosed wrap around front porch, 3rd floor deck, or sandy beach across the street. Spacious eat-in chef’s kitchen with abundant storage highlighted by a Lacanche 5-burner stove. Guests are easily entertained in the formal dining room that flows conveniently to the kitchen & porch. The fireplaced living room is accented by period woodwork, tall ceilings, and large windows with water views. Traditional layout on the second floor, with 3 bedrooms, including a generous master suite. The 3rd floor includes 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath, & access to the roof deck with even more water views. A spacious 1 BR suite on the above grade lower level with lots of light, full bath, & private walkout access is ideal for extended family, guests, or air B&B. Spectacular!

MLS PIN #70003351

May 7, 2004

Sold

$740,000

$177/sq ft

Mar 15, 2004

Listing Removed

—

Mar 8, 2004

Listed

$850,000

$204/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$17,000 (+5.4%)

$760,800 + $687,200

$1,448,000

2022

$16,127 (−1.4%)

$660,700 + $596,300

$1,257,000

2021

$16,359 (−3.0%)

$600,600 + $584,800

$1,185,400

2020

$16,863 (+1.6%)

$600,600 + $578,600

$1,179,200

2019

$16,597 (+0.8%)

$550,600 + $541,300

$1,091,900

2018

$16,466

$550,600 + $478,500

$1,029,100

2017

$16,464 (+0.7%)

$500,500 + $443,000

$943,500

2016

$16,351 (+1.1%)

$500,500 + $443,000

$943,500

2015

$16,181 (+14.3%)

$500,500 + $443,000

$943,500

2014

$14,154 (−0.7%)

$232,700 + $524,200

$756,900

2013

$14,260 (+3.4%)

$232,700 + $524,200

$756,900

2012

$13,791 (+6.6%)

$232,700 + $533,900

$766,600

2011

$12,935 (−1.8%)

$245,300 + $533,900

$779,200

2010

$13,174 (+3.4%)

$295,300 + $504,100

$799,400

2009

$12,735

$340,400 + $547,700

$888,100

Public record

Beds

Baths

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

3,894

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

3,894

Year built

1874

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2168238

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.

Climate risks

9/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance 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

8/10 Wind Factor

80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Swampscott, MA • 01907

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

90/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

10.1 hrs

5.6 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 90 Puritan Rd

$2,334,852

$160K under list price of $2.50M

Nearby comparable homes

The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $900K to $2.5M.

SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$1,635,000 Last sold price
4 beds3.5 baths3,772 sq ft
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$165/sq ft
larger lot
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SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,385,000 Last sold price
4 beds2.5 baths3,347 sq ft
49 Ocean View Rd, Swampscott, MA 01907
$184/sq ft
smaller lot
46 years newer
SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$2,550,000 Last sold price
6 beds4.5 baths5,068 sq ft
45 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907
$95/sq ft
larger lot
16 years newer
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$2,400,000 Last sold price
4 beds2.5 baths3,089 sq ft
128 Ocean Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907
$179/sq ft
smaller lot
59 years newer
SOLD JAN 31, 2026
$900,000 Last sold price
4 beds4 baths2,347 sq ft
75 Bay View Dr, Swampscott, MA 01907
$215/sq ft
smaller lot
82 years newer
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$969,000 Last sold price
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smaller lot
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Rental earnings

Est. $4,523 per month, based on comparable rentals

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