FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
5 Cottage St, Nahant MA 01908
Nahant, MA 01908
$1,777,000
$1,749,000
Est. $9,833/month
About this home
Take a drive along the Atlantic coastline, steer your way to 5 Cottage St. Sited on a knoll, this unique property offers a rare invitation: work in the city, live by the sea. This luxury coastal estate blends timeless New England character with room to grow, ideal for families craving space, light, & a slower pace without sacrificing sophistication or convenience. 10ft ceilings, tall windows, gorgeous curved staircase & luxurious modern upgrades. This completely refurbished 5BR home is designed with flexibility to include multi generational living. The layout is perfect for entertaining with a comfortable flow from main living area to the expansive front porch & the relaxing back patio. You'll be delighted to be the master chef in this kitchen - island seating for 5+. Thermador appliances & so many custom cabinets! Privacy, ocean air, privacy & a genuine sense of calm are all found here. This is a home for those with a clear vision of how home should be, those ready to write their next chapter by the water. Rooms a plenty offer WFH, artist studio & study spaces. Nahant values its small town vibes. Strolls lead straight to the sea, sunrises & sunsets, Boston's skyline & more. Just 15 miles to Boston, the ferry will get you there quickly. 8 Parks offer plenty of play options from sports to swings. Nahant is home to Kelley Greens, the Dory Club, Nahant Country Club, NU Marine Science Center, and multiple private beaches. While Nahant is MA's smallest town by land area, it offers a rich cultural & civic history - from grazing ground to summer resort to coastal defense. Sailing, surfing, tree climbing, kite flying, golf & tennis - all the fun activities are here. Come explore this significant tombolo & tour this exceptional property.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
54.4%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Showing Instructions Updated
Jul 28, 2026
New showing requirements
Price Reduced
Jun 12, 2026
$1,749,000
$28,000
(-1.58%)
From $1,777,000 to $1,749,000 (-1.6%)
Listed for Sale
Apr 23, 2026
$1,777,000
Original listing
Agent: Tish Lentine
Office: Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Previous Transaction - MLS #73347719
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
May 23, 2025
$810,000
MLS #73347719
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 06/12/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $1,749,000 | $28,000 | - | From $1,777,000 to $1,749,000 (-1.6%) |
| 04/23/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,777,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 05/23/2025 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $810,000 | - | - | MLS #73347719 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,470 | $1,035,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$9,470
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,035,000
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
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Prop Is Outside The Flood Zone. Buyer & Ba To Perform Own Due Diligence. Per Town Of Nahant, The T-shaped Parcel May Offer Potential For A Gar. Adu, Pool, Etc. Parcel Extends To Winter Street; All Uses & Boundaries Are Subject To Buyer/ba Verification. Seller Has Never Resided At Property.
Exclusions
Staging And Personal Belongings
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Light Mist
Sq Ft Source
Other
Sq Ft Disclosures
All measurements approximate
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
101 days
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
Floor Layout
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Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,108 sq ft above grade
900 sq ft below grade
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions12 x 5
FeaturesBathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelSecond
FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions16.083333333 x 11.166666666
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Slider
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Gas Stove
LevelMain,First
FeaturesBathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelFirst
Dimensions24 x 11.833333333
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions7.916666666 x 6.666666666
FeaturesBathroom - 3/4, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelBasement
Dimensions20.166666666 x 10.416666666
FeaturesFlooring - Engineered Hardwood
LevelBasement
FeaturesFlooring - Engineered Hardwood
LevelBasement
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Patio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
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
Security:
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
Nearby Schools
School District
Nahant School District local
School Safety
2024-25
0.0%
Very Low (Safest)
5.5% below state avg
Elementary Schools
3 schools
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
C-
Brickett Elementary School
2.8 mi
|
#688 of 824
|
Score: 36.3
Improved 101 spots from last year
-21.9 below state avg
318 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades K-05
C-
E. J. Harrington Elementary School
2.9 mi
|
#717 of 824
|
Score: 34.2
Improved 76 spots from last year
-24 below state avg
687 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
2 schools
C-
Thurgood Marshall Middle School
3.1 mi
|
#311 of 352
|
Score: 30.5
Improved 40 spots from last year
-27.7 below state avg
1,310 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades 06-08
B+
Swampscott Middle School
3.4 mi
|
#122 of 352
|
Score: 47.2
Dropped 51 spots from last year
-11 below state avg
654 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
High Schools
3 schools
B
Fredrick Douglass Collegiate Academy
2.7 mi
|
#12 of 25
|
Score: 33.4
Improved 330 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
235 students
Moderate
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 06-12
St. Mary's High School
3.1 mi
Grades 07-12
City Arts & Sciences Academy at Fecteau-Leary
3.2 mi
Grades 06-12
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5 Cottage St, Nahant MA 01908
Nahant, MA 01908
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Tish Lentine
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Office Phone
978-887-3995
Agent MLS ID
C8001684
Office MLS ID
AN6886
Listing Data Updated
Aug 2, 2026 3:36 PM EDT
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