$810,000
SOLD MAY 23, 2025

5 Cottage St Nahant, MA 01908

4 Beds
1 Bath
2,008 Sq Ft
0.45 Acres

Recently Sold

$403 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Ocean View
  • Water Access
  • Swampscott High School Rated A-
  • Golf Course Community
  • 0.45 Acre Lot

About This Home

As of May 2025

Step into a piece of history with this enchanting 4 bedroom residence poised for a loving restoration. Built in 1875, this home enchants with 19th century charm, featuring exquisite balusters, an oversized fireplace, and a grand stair railing that makes a sweeping statement of elegance. With just over 2,000 sq. ft. on nearly half an acre of verdant land, garden enthusiasts will revel in the potential of lush outdoor spaces. Majestic ocean views grace every floor, while the towering 10 foot ceilings amplify the grandeur. With 4 bedrooms and 1 bath, 2 additional bonus sun rooms, there is ample room for a new layout. Additional treasures include a one-car garage coupled with parking for seven more vehicles, a very tall walk-out basement brimming with possibilities, and the comfort of a brand new furnace, hot water tank and newer windows throughout. Residing on a private cul-de-sac, close to beaches, this home is out of the flood zone, a sanctuary of its own.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Annie Wachtel

Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead Listed on: 03/19/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead

Last Buyer's Agent

Yessenia Alvarado

StartPoint Realty

StartPoint Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,471

Year Built

  • Built in 1875

Lot Details

  • 0.45 Acre Lot
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R2

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Tandem Parking
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Scenic Vista

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 2,008 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Bonus Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Block Basement Construction

Outdoor Features

  • Water Access
  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Johnson/Nahant Elementary School
  • Swampscott Middle School
  • Swampscott High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2062590

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,471

Year Built

Built in 1875

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1875
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Other
  • Interior Amenities: Bonus Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Concrete
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2008
  • Living Area: 2008
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN6181
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 423.31
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 403.39
  • MAIN SO: AN5803

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Storage
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Ocean, Direct Access, Walk to, 1/10 to 3/10 To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem
  • Total Parking Spaces: 8

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Other
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, University
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 2062590
  • Zoning: R2
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.45
  • Lot Size Area: 0.45
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 19906
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 493
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9471
  • Tax Book Number: 27439

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • Waterview: Ocean, Public, Walk to

MLS Schools

  • High School: Swampscott
  • Elementary School: Johnson/Nahant
  • Middle Or Junior School: Swampscott

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 19, 2025
Closed on
May 23, 2025
Sold by
Benson John I Est and Carruth
Bought by
Smith V Enterprises Llc
Seller's Agent
Annie Wachtel
Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead
Buyer's Agent
Yessenia Alvarado
StartPoint Realty
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$810,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-4.71%
Views
61
Current Estimated Value
$840,768

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$30,768
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.59%
Original Mortgage
$1,263,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,260,134
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
-$419,366

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 4, 2008
Sold by
Benson John A
Bought by
Benson John I
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Fiduciary Deed $810,000 None Available
Fiduciary Deed $810,000 None Available
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,263,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $1,263,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/23/2025 05/23/25 Sold $810,000 -4.7% $403 / Sq Ft
04/12/2025 04/12/25 Pending -- -- --
03/19/2025 03/19/25 For Sale $850,000 -- $423 / 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 $9,470 $1,035,000 $640,800 $394,200
2024 $9,163 $1,010,300 $616,100 $394,200
2023 $8,410 $925,200 $542,200 $383,000
2022 $7,932 $810,200 $468,300 $341,900
2021 $7,500 $713,600 $394,300 $319,300
2020 $7,287 $664,300 $394,300 $270,000
2019 $6,643 $608,900 $369,700 $239,200
2018 $6,241 $608,900 $369,700 $239,200
2017 $6,375 $608,900 $369,700 $239,200
2016 $5,908 $561,600 $332,700 $228,900
2015 $5,662 $518,500 $289,600 $228,900
2014 $5,719 $518,500 $289,600 $228,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73347719

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NAHA-000006-000000-000020