51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908

Nahant, MA 01908 • East Point/Big Nahant
$4,495,000
$3,498,000
Est. $17,888/month
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20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.

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6
Beds
8.5
Baths
7,792
Sq Ft
$449
Price/Sq Ft
1.93
Acres
1898
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
448
Days on Market
For Sale Price Drop -$997,000 Listed Jun 28, 2025 • MLS# 73398131 Copied! • Updated Sep 19, 2026

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About this home

Rare opportunity to own one of Nahant's most distinguished estate properties, including shared ownership of Nahant's most beautiful private beach. Set on more than two beautifully landscaped acres, this grand Queen Anne residence offers a remarkable combination of scale, privacy, and architectural significance.The 6-bedroom, 9-bath home features expansive living and entertaining spaces, soaring ceilings, 11 fireplaces, and multiple en-suite bedrooms ideally suited for extended family and guests. Two separate apartments provide exceptional flexibility for in-law accommodations, au pair quarters, guest suites, or income-producing opportunities. Designed by the renowned Olmsted firm, the estate grounds showcase a pergola, elegant red brick balustrades, terracotta urns, sweeping lawns, and mature landscaping that create a setting of timeless beauty and distinction. The property's generous acreage and impressive footprint offer a rare opportunity to restore, personalize, and elevate a truly significant residence.Shared ownership of Nahant's most beautiful private beach is a rare privilege, offering an exceptional setting for swimming, boating, paddleboarding, and waterfront gatherings. The beach enjoys sweeping views across the harbor to the Boston skyline, while a nearby mooring opportunity enhances the property's appeal for boating enthusiasts. Located in Nahant, a picturesque peninsula community just minutes from Boston, 51 Cliff Street combines estate-scale grounds, architectural character, private beach ownership, and a coastal lifestyle rarely available on the North Shore.

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Property History

Market Insights

2
Price Changes
12.4%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Sep 20, 2026
$3,498,000 $252,000 (-6.72%)
From $3,750,000 to $3,498,000 (-6.7%)
Price Reduced
Apr 28, 2026
$3,750,000 $245,000 (-6.13%)
From $3,995,000 to $3,750,000 (-6.1%)
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Listed for Sale
Jun 28, 2025
$3,750,000
Original listing
Agent: Annie Wachtel Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead
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Listed for Sale
Jun 28, 2025
$3,995,000
Original listing
Agent: Annie Wachtel Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $0 $0

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
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Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
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Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1898
Living Area 7,792 sq ft
Lot Size 1.93 acres
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 8
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 27

Interior

Heating Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Other, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop
Fireplace Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
Fireplaces 11
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Walk-out Access, Garage Access
Laundry None
Features Open Floorplan, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - 3/4, Closet, Dining Area, Country Kitchen, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Entry Hall, Gallery, Home Office, Live-in Help Quarters, Accessory Apt., Sitting Room

Exterior

Construction Frame, Vertical Siding
Architecture Queen Anne
Roof None
Features Patio, Stone Wall
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 10
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax 0.00
Assessed Value 0.00
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures There is an au pair suite w/separate entrance and a private apartment on LL.2 rooms were AI decorate
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 412 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1898
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
8
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
7,792 sq ft
Total Rooms
27

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Other, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop
Interior Features: Open Floorplan, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - 3/4, Closet, Dining Area, Country Kitchen, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Entry Hall, Gallery, Home Office, Live-in Help Quarters, Accessory Apt., Sitting Room
Windows: Window(s) - Picture
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Garage Access
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Queen Anne
Year Built: 1898
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame, Vertical Siding
Roof:
Foundation: Stone, Other

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Stone Wall
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping, Level
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 10
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 11
Fireplace Type: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
View: Yes
View Type: Scenic View(s)
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School
School District
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
1.0 mi | #751 of 825 | Score: 32.3
Dropped 340 spots from last year
-25.9 below state avg
175 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

1 school
B+
Swampscott Middle School
3.8 mi | #122 of 352 | Score: 47.4
Dropped 51 spots from last year
663 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
H

High Schools

1 school
A-
Swampscott High School
4.1 mi | #101 of 346 | Score: 60.3
Dropped 69 spots from last year
675 students Moderate
Strong AP Program Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

East Point/Big Nahant

51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908

Nahant, MA 01908

Listing Information

Listing Agent Annie Wachtel
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead
Office Phone 781-631-9511
Agent MLS ID CN209593
Office MLS ID AN6221
Listing Data Updated Sep 19, 2026 9:35 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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