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About this home
Opportunity awaits in one of Swampscott’s premier seaside neighborhoods. This versatile property offers ocean views of the Boston Skyline, in-unit laundry, hardwood floors, and effortless water access—simply cross the street to launch a kayak or paddleboard. Ideal for investors, owner-occupants, or those exploring condo or single-family conversion potential. A preserved interior staircase makes the transition straightforward. Inside, the first-floor features hardwood floors, a decorative fireplaced living room, dining room, and a cozy kitchen. The second level offers an open floor plan with a deck perfect for relaxing or entertaining. In unit laundry on both floors. Surrounded by beaches just steps from your front door, this home delivers the true Swampscott lifestyle—sun, sand, shoreline walks, and salt air. Moments from downtown shops, restaurants, parks, and the commuter rail, providing easy access to Boston. A rare offering with endless potential in a premier coastal neighborhood. Also see MLS # 73547335 for multifamily information.
Phillips Point, located between Phillips Beach and King’s Beach, is a coastal and residential Swampscott neighborhood with rocky shoreline views and pocket beaches. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Puritan Road near the Phillips Point shoreline, where salt-air walks, stone seawalls, and passing sailboats set the daily rhythm. Classic New England shingle-style and Colonial homes line curving lanes, many oriented toward the water. The shoreline path links small coves and lookout spots that feel distinctly local. For a cultural anchor nearby, the Cabot Theatre and the Swampscott Public Library add a town-center counterpoint to the oceanfront calm.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Internet available (provider/availability unknown)
Screens on windows
Seven total rooms
Wood and vinyl flooring
One fireplace
Bedrooms
Bedrooms not specified
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Range
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Water heater
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Electric dryer hookup
Flooring
Wood flooring
Vinyl flooring
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Exterior features
Wood deck
Rain gutters
Screens (exterior)
Level lot
Easements
Public beach access within walking distance
Nearby harbor and ocean views/walk-to waterfront
Paved public road frontage
Publicly maintained road
Home design
Single-family residence
White exterior color
Has waterview (harbor and ocean)
Parking
3 open parking spaces
Shared driveway
Off-street parking
Unpaved parking area
Security
No specific security features listed
Construction
Frame construction
Stone/granite foundation
Shingle roof
Built year from public records (actual year not specified)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electric with circuit breakers
Electrical hookups for electric range and electric dryer
HOA & community
Community features: public transportation, shopping, parks, laundromat, public schools, T-Station, sidewalks
Not a senior community
Financial info
No investor or rental income details provided
Other
Property size: 1,449 (building area)
Lot size approximately 0.1 acre
Listing status: Active
Electricity and solar
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Rare opportunity to own a charming two-family home on one of Swampscott's most sought-after streets in the heart of its coastal community. Each one-bedroom, one-bath unit features in-unit laundry, wood floors, views of the ocean and the Boston skyline. The first floor offers hardwood floors, fireplaced living room, dining room, and cozy kitchen. Unit two offers an open floor plan and deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Ideal for investors, owner-occupants, or those seeking condo conversion potential, this versatile property could also be converted to a beautiful single-family home. Additional features include basement storage and shared driveway. Enjoy picture-perfect location just moments from the beaches, downtown shops, restaurants, parks, and commuter rail, offering easy access to Boston. A rare opportunity with endless possibilities in a premier seaside neighborhood.
MLS PIN #70476317
Jun 25, 2008
Sold
$300,000
$207/sq ft
May 28, 2008
Listing Removed
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Oct 17, 2006
Listed
$339,900
$235/sq ft
Gorgeous ocean views, just cross the street to beach...dramatic Boston Skyline.. updated colonial used as a two family for over 30 years...There are two kitchens,two baths, marble and hardwood floors, front to back living room, huge deck, near shopping and transportation. Separate electrical systems, ....move right in!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,055 (+3.2%)
$272,600 + $328,300
$600,900
2022
$6,838 (+6.3%)
$231,700 + $301,300
$533,000
2021
$6,431 (+6.4%)
$190,900 + $275,100
$466,000
2020
$6,042 (−2.8%)
$190,900 + $231,600
$422,500
2019
$6,214 (−2.9%)
$177,200 + $231,600
$408,800
2018
$6,402 (−0.2%)
$177,200 + $222,900
$400,100
2017
$6,413 (+3.1%)
$158,500 + $209,000
$367,500
2016
$6,218 (+1.1%)
$158,500 + $200,300
$358,800
2015
$6,153 (+7.3%)
$158,500 + $200,300
$358,800
2014
$5,737 (+3.2%)
$136,300 + $170,500
$306,800
2013
$5,558 (+4.7%)
$136,000 + $159,000
$295,000
2012
$5,307 (+8.8%)
$136,000 + $159,000
$295,000
2011
$4,879 (−8.7%)
$143,100 + $150,800
$293,900
2010
$5,341 (+3.3%)
$170,400 + $153,700
$324,100
2009
$5,170
$208,100 + $152,400
$360,500
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,356 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,449
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,449
Year built
1850
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Essex County
APN
2168222
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 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, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Swampscott, MA • 01907
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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53
38
39
26
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Sun exposure
75/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
4.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 74 Puritan Rd
$800,192
$1,192 over list price of $799K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $690K to $900K.