$810,000
SOLD JUL 30, 2025

129 Norfolk Ave Swampscott, MA 01907

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,371 Sq Ft
4,809 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$591 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Medical Services
  • Custom Closet System
  • Swampscott High School Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • 2-minute walk to Abbott Park

About This Home

As of July 2025

Nestled in one of Swampscott’s most convenient neighborhoods, 129 Norfolk Ave offers the perfect blend of modern living and coastal charm. Completely gut renovated in 2019, this stylish home features a bright open layout, central air, two car garage and contemporary finishes throughout. The updated kitchen with quartz counters and stainless appliances flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas, making entertaining a breeze. Enjoy low-maintenance living with newer systems and thoughtful upgrades, including hardwood floors and updated baths. The fenced-in patio and back deck are ideal for outdoor relaxation or play. Located just blocks from beaches, parks, schools, and the commuter rail to Boston, this move-in ready home makes everyday life easy and enjoyable. Whether you're seeking a first home, downsizing, or looking for a turnkey option near the coast, 129 Norfolk delivers comfort, style, and convenience in one of the North Shore’s most desirable seaside towns.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melissa Weinand

The Proper Nest Real Estate Listed on: 06/17/2025

The Proper Nest Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Dan Richton

Teamwork Realty Group, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,089

Year Built

  • Built in 1905 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 4,809 Sq Ft Lot
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned A4

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Blown Fiberglass Insulation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,371 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Insulated Windows
  • Insulated Doors
  • Dining Area
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal
  • Pot Filler

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • Double Vanity
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 2 Cooling Zones
  • 2 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:0005 B:0037 L:0,2165892

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,089

Year Built

Built in 1905 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Door Features: Insulated Doors
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Third
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.5
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Remodeled
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Pot Filler Faucet, Gas Stove
  • Laundry Features: First Floor
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Basement: Full
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1371
  • Living Area: 1371
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: AN6899
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 583.52
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 590.81
  • MAIN SO: AC1952
  • Insulation: Fiberglass

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean, Walk to, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 2
  • COOLING ZONES: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: 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
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:0005 B:0037 L:0,2165892
  • Zoning: A4
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Area: 0.11
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4809
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 528

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8089
  • Tax Book Number: 38204

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 17, 2025
Closed on
Jul 30, 2025
Sold by
Lespasio Heather and Lespasio Michael A
Bought by
Seay Hannah L and Shaffer Jason L
Seller's Agent
Melissa Weinand
The Proper Nest Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Dan Richton
Teamwork Realty Group, LLC
List Price
$800,000
Sold Price
$810,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
1.25%
Views
29

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-14.25%
Original Mortgage
$768,000
Outstanding Balance
$767,339
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$30,305

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 12, 2016
Sold by
Cotton Rosemary L
Bought by
Rainy Day T and Rainy Smith

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 1970
Bought by
Cotton Rosemary L
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $810,000 --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $768,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $543,378 FHA
Previous Owner $547,401 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/30/2025 07/30/25 Sold $810,000 +1.3% $591 / Sq Ft
06/23/2025 06/23/25 Pending -- -- --
06/17/2025 06/17/25 For Sale $800,000 +43.6% $584 / Sq Ft
01/21/2020 01/21/20 Sold $557,000 -1.4% $406 / Sq Ft
12/16/2019 12/16/19 Pending -- -- --
11/06/2019 11/06/19 For Sale $564,900 -- $412 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $8,089 $705,200 $274,100 $431,100
2024 $7,857 $683,800 $261,800 $422,000
2023 $7,231 $615,900 $237,300 $378,600
2022 $6,792 $529,400 $204,600 $324,800
2021 $6,990 $506,500 $188,200 $318,300
2020 $5,929 $414,600 $163,700 $250,900
2019 $5,803 $381,800 $130,900 $250,900
2018 $5,544 $346,500 $114,600 $231,900
2017 $5,713 $327,400 $114,600 $212,800
2016 $5,532 $319,200 $106,400 $212,800
2015 $5,404 $315,100 $102,300 $212,800
2014 $5,056 $270,400 $85,900 $184,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73392206

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SWAM-000005-000037