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This charming Nantucket style three-bedroom home is set in a picturesque coastal community just minutes from beautiful beaches. Thoughtful updates, abundant natural light and distinctive architectural details create a warm and inviting setting throughout. The living room features hardwood floors, freshy painted walls, an elegant tray ceiling and a sunny bay window that overlooks the quaint neighborhood. Step into the chef's kitchen that offers an excellent layout with white marble countertops, ceramic subway tile backsplash, a hooded stainless-steel range and tall glass front cabinetry. Surrounded by windows, the dining area opens to a composite deck and separate patio providing an ideal setting for outdoor dining and entertaining. A stylish half bath and convenient laundry area complete the main level. Upstairs, the primary bedroom includes a double closet, ceiling fan and plantation shutters. Two additional bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations, with one easily suited for a home office. Ceiling fans, mini splits and some water-views add to the home's appeal. The beautifully appointed main bath showcases an oversized glass walk-in shower with grey subway tile, penny tile radiant heat floors, a chic vanity and a glass vessel sink. A medicine cabinet and linen storage adds convenience. Artistic lighting, interior window shutters & hardwood floors further enhance the homes character. Outside a fenced-in backyard, patio, established plantings and overflowing flower boxes create a wonderful setting for relaxing or entertaining at this seaside location. Additional highlights include 2 car parking, a new roof, new water heater, a full size washer and dryer along with freshly painted interior. The basement provides ample storage and includes a vapor barrier. Walk to beaches, parks, jogging and biking trails along with golfing, tennis and boating. Easy access to Boston, Logan Airport, public transportation and the ferry to Boston.
Master bedroom on second floor with ceiling fan, closet, and hardwood flooring
Second bedroom on second floor with ceiling fan, closet, and hardwood flooring
Third bedroom on second floor with hardwood flooring
Bathrooms
One full bathroom on the second floor with tiled shower stall and linen closet
One half bathroom on the main/first level with linen closet
Kitchen
Hardwood flooring
Dining area
Upgraded cabinetry
Deck access from the kitchen
Exterior access
Stainless steel appliances
Gas stove
Range hood
Disposal
Laundry & utility
First-floor laundry with washer hookup and gas dryer hookup
Washer and dryer included
Gas water heater
Flooring
Hardwood flooring throughout main living areas and bedrooms
Tile flooring in select areas
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating (natural gas)
Has heating
Has cooling with three or more cooling units
Exterior features
Porch
Deck (vinyl)
Patio
Rain gutters
Garden
Stone wall
Walks/Jog Trails and nearby parks (community features)
Ocean nearby — walk to beach (0 to 1/10 mile), public beach access
Home design
Single family residence (attached)
Blue exterior color
Parking
Two off-street tandem parking spaces
Construction
Shingle roof
Stone foundation
Built (year per public records)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
200+ amp electric service
Gas hookups available for range, oven and dryer
HOA & community
Community features include public transportation, tennis courts, park, walk/jog trails, golf, bike path, conservation area, house of worship, marina, and public schools
Not a senior community
Electricity and solar
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Totally renovated "Cottage by the Sea"! This gorgeous 3 bed/2 bath home has everything you're looking for; a level lot, 2 car parking, 3 bedrooms (or office), 2 bathrooms, gourmet eat-in kitchen, hardwood floors, a private English perennial garden with gazebo, fire pit and enclosed outdoor shower! Plenty of space to entertain friends and family!
MLS PIN #71115870
Nov 12, 2010
Sold
$231,000
$216/sq ft
Sep 17, 2010
Contingent
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Jul 29, 2010
Listed
$259,900
$243/sq ft
NAHANT, MA - NEW TO THE MARKET - BANK OWNED - GREAT OPPORTUNITY - Boasting almost 1,000 square feet of living space – 6 Rooms, 3 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath. Special Features Include: Large Living with Brick Fireplace / Kitchen – Dining Room on the First Floor / Wood Floors / Basement Storage Area / City Water & Sewer. Easy access to the Commuter Bus & Rail, Boston and Major Airports.
Public Records
Jun 5, 2006
Sold
$350,000
$328/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$4,647 (−0.7%)
$271,800 + $251,600
$523,400
2021
$4,679 (+10.5%)
$233,000 + $212,200
$445,200
2020
$4,236 (+10.0%)
$217,400 + $168,700
$386,100
2019
$3,850 (+10.0%)
$201,900 + $151,000
$352,900
2018
$3,500 (−2.1%)
$194,100 + $147,400
$341,500
2017
$3,576 (+10.8%)
$194,100 + $147,400
$341,500
2015
$3,228 (+3.9%)
$154,100 + $141,500
$295,600
2014
$3,107 (+2.7%)
$140,200 + $141,500
$281,700
2013
$3,025 (+13.3%)
$140,200 + $141,500
$281,700
2012
$2,670 (−1.9%)
$140,200 + $112,900
$253,100
2011
$2,722 (+1.9%)
$140,200 + $132,000
$272,200
2010
$2,672 (−4.3%)
$147,500 + $136,100
$283,600
2009
$2,792
$184,400 + $142,900
$327,300
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,614 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,068
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,068
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
2063109
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Nahant, MA • 01908
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 12 Colby Way
$745,576
$27K over list price of $719K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $540K to $760K.