5 Cottage St, Nahant MA 01908

Nahant, MA 01908

$1,777,000

Est. $9,975/month

5

Beds

3.5

Baths

3,008

Sq Ft

$591

Price/Sq Ft

0.46

Acres

1875

Year Built

Single Family Residence

Type

21

Days on Market

Active Open House Listed Apr 23, 2026 • MLS# 73506019 Copied!

About this home

Sail into a rare gem nestled on a private cul-de-sac with majestic ocean views & a fully renovated luxury interior. Built in 1875, this 5BR, 3.5-bath home blends timeless 19th century charm with thoughtfully curated modern upgrades throughout. Soaring 10-foot ceilings, an oversized wood burning fireplace & a grand staircase create a sweeping statement of elegance. Wide-plank white oak flooring & designer finishes elevate the home for modern coastal living. The chef’s kitchen features custom cabinetry, quartz countertops & a full Thermador appliance suite. Extensive upgrades include premium James Hardie siding. Ocean views & sunshine sparkle on every floor, while the broad farmer’s porch captures coastal breezes and stunning sunrise skies. Set on a rare .47-acre lot with coveted dual street access and outside the flood zone. Close to beaches, sailing club, surfing, ferry to Boston. This rare coastal offering blends timeless character, modern luxury & generational estate potential.

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Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1875

Bedrooms

5

Full Bathrooms

3

Half Bathrooms

1

Living Area

3,008 sq ft

Total Rooms

10

Open House Schedule

17

May

Sunday, May 17

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM EDT

16

May

Saturday, May 16

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1875

Living Area 3,008 sq ft

Lot Size 0.46 acres

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Ductless

Cooling Ductless

Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Appliances Gas Water Heater, Oven, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher

Fireplace Living Room

Fireplaces 1

Basement Full, Finished, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry

Laundry Second Floor, Washer Hookup

Features Bathroom - With Tub, Storage, Bathroom, Bonus Room

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture Colonial

Roof Rubber, Asphalt/composition Shingles

Features Porch, Patio, Storage

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch Porch, Patio

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved

Total Spaces 6

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Gas Range, For Electric Oven, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $9,470

Assessed Value $1,035,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Oven, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher

Interior Features: Bathroom - With Tub, Storage, Bathroom, Bonus Room

Windows: Insulated Windows

Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Laundry: Second Floor, Washer Hookup

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Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial

Year Built: 1875

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Rubber, Asphalt/Composition Shingles

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block, Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Ductless

Heating Zones: 7

Cooling: Ductless

Cooling Zones: 7

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Storage

Patio & Porch: Porch, Patio

Fencing:

Other Structures:

Lot Features: Gentle Sloping

Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 6

Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1

Fireplace Type: Living Room

View: Yes

View Type: Scenic View(s)

Community Amenities: Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Conservation Area, Marina

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5 Cottage St, Nahant MA 01908

Nahant, MA 01908

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Nahant School District local

✓ School Safety 2024-25

0.0% Very Low (Safest)

↓ 5.5% below state avg

E

Elementary Schools

1 school

D

Johnson School

0.9 mi | #751 of 824 | Score: 32.5

Dropped 340 spots from last year

-25.7 below state avg

163 students Less Diverse

Grades PK-06

M

Middle Schools

1 school

B+

Swampscott Middle School

3.4 mi | #122 of 352 | Score: 47.2

Dropped 51 spots from last year

654 students Moderate

Grades PK-08

H

High Schools

1 school

A-

Swampscott High School

3.6 mi | #98 of 346 | Score: 60.1

Dropped 66 spots from last year

706 students Moderate

Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum

Grades 09-12

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Listed for Sale

Apr 23, 2026

$1,777,000

Original listing

Agent: Tish Lentine Office: Keller Williams Realty Evolution

Previous Transaction - MLS #73347719

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May 23, 2025

$810,000

MLS #73347719

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Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
04/23/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$1,777,000	-	-	Original listing
05/23/2025	🏷️ Previously Sold	$810,000	-	-	MLS #73347719

Price & Status History

Date	Event	Price	Change
Apr 23, 2026	New Listing Added	$1,777,000	—
May 23, 2025	Sold	$810,000	—

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Days on Market

21 days

Price per Sq Ft

$591

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Year	Taxes	Assessment
2025	$9,470	$1,035,000

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