262 Essex St, Swampscott MA 01907
Swampscott, MA 01907
$720,000
Est. $4,538/month
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20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.
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Open House Schedule
17
Sep
Thursday, September 17
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM EDT
20
Sep
Sunday, September 20
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
19
Sep
Saturday, September 19
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT
About this home
First-time homebuyers, take notice! This spacious home offers an exceptional opportunity to build equity while making it your own. Featuring four bedrooms, one-and-a-half baths, and three levels of living space, the home boasts generously proportioned rooms, high ceilings, abundant closet space, beautiful hardwood floors, and ceiling fans throughout.Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will appreciate the rare stone garage, offering parking for up to three vehicles, a dedicated workshop, and an attached screened room. Situated on a generous 13,000+ square-foot lot, the property also provides plenty of open yard space for outdoor activities, gardening, and entertaining. Conveniently located approximately an eight-minute walk from the commuter rail, one block from Swampscott High School, and about a mile from Vinnin Square, this home combines space, potential, and accessibility in a desirable location.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Sale
Sep 14, 2026
$720,000
Original listing
Agent: Gingle-Lerman Realty Group
Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/14/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $720,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $8,370 | $697,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$8,370
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$697,500
Facts & Features
3 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1920
Living Area
1,998 sq ft
Lot Size
0.32 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
8
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood, Vinyl
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Screened, Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
3
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop In Garage, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Total Spaces
8
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$8,370
Assessed Value
$697,500
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Central Air, Dw And Some Ac Window Units Not Working. Sold As Is Seller Has Not Lived In The House. Buyer To Do Due Diligence.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Tan
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures
Front porch is not included in public records as finished and heated
Documents
None
County
Essex
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,998 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,998 sq ft above grade
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchScreened, Patio
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
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:
Wood, Vinyl
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1920
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Oil
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Screened, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Gentle Sloping
Road Frontage:
50.00 ft
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
3
Total Parking Spaces:
8
Parking Features:
Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
Nearby Schools
School District
Swampscott School District local
B
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
78%
attend college
73%
4-Year
5%
2-Year
38%
Out of State
4%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
1.2%
Low
1.2%
Suspensions
0.4%
In-School
4.3% below state avg
Elementary Schools
1 school
B+
Swampscott Elementary School
1.0 mi
|
#314 of 825
|
Score: 50.3
Dropped 42 spots from last year
-7.9 below state avg
Limited historical data for year-over-year comparison
745 students
Moderate
Grades K-04
Middle Schools
1 school
B+
Swampscott Middle School
0.8 mi
|
#122 of 352
|
Score: 47.4
Dropped 51 spots from last year
-10.9 below state avg
663 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
High Schools
1 school
A-
Swampscott High School
0.1 mi
|
#101 of 346
|
Score: 60.3
Dropped 69 spots from last year
+2.1 above state avg
675 students
Moderate
18 sports
• 1,578 athletes
Strong AP Program
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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262 Essex St, Swampscott MA 01907
Swampscott, MA 01907
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Gingle-Lerman Realty Group
Listing Office
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Office Phone
781-631-1199
Agent MLS ID
TM331675
Office MLS ID
M95385
Listing Data Updated
Sep 14, 2026 11:07 AM EDT
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