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38 Puritan Rd, Swampscott MA 01907

Swampscott, MA 01907 • Fisherman's Beach
$589,900
Est. $3,844/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,540
Sq Ft
$383
Price/Sq Ft
0.11
Acres
1865
Year Built
19
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jul 8, 2025 • MLS# 73401270 Copied!

About this home

38 Puritan Road is nestled in one of Swampscott’s most desirable seaside neighborhoods. Just moments from the Beach, this character-filled 3 bed, 1.5 bath home offers endless potential for a buyer or investor with vision. The main level features a spacious living room, welcoming foyer, and a formal dining room that could be converted into a first-floor bedroom and a half bath. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and a laundry room with the flexibility to become a bedroom or office and a full bath. With a newer heating system, some updated windows, and a tiered deck offering coastal views, this home presents a rare chance to reimagine and restore a classic just steps from the sand. Showings Showings begin at the commuter open house Thursday, July 10th 5:00pm-6:30pm, Saturday 12th &13th 11:00am-1:00pm.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1865
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,540 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $589,900
Final Sale Price: $589,900
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $383
Sale $/sq ft: $383
This property sold for $383 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 19 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 4 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$383/sq ft
Area Average
$307/sq ft
Difference
+24.9%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1865
Living Area 1,540 sq ft
Lot Size 0.11 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry Flooring - Hardwood, Second Floor
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Deck - Composite, Covered Patio/deck, Balcony
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck - Composite, Covered

Parking

Features Off Street, Stone/gravel
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $7,934
Assessed Value $691,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry: Flooring - Hardwood, Second Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1865
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Covered Patio/Deck, Balcony
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck - Composite, Covered
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Off Street, Stone/Gravel

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Type: Waterfront, Ocean, Ocean, Frontage, Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Park, Public School, Sidewalks

Location

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Neighborhood

Fisherman's Beach

38 Puritan Rd, Swampscott MA 01907

Swampscott, MA 01907

Walkability

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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
E

Elementary Schools

1 school
B+
Swampscott Elementary School
0.6 mi | #326 of 824 | Score: 50.0
Dropped 54 spots from last year
-8.2 below state avg
Limited historical data for year-over-year comparison
734 students Moderate
Grades K-04
M

Middle Schools

1 school
B+
Swampscott Middle School
0.5 mi | #122 of 352 | Score: 47.2
Dropped 51 spots from last year
-11 below state avg
654 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
H

High Schools

1 school
A-
Swampscott High School
1.0 mi | #98 of 346 | Score: 60.1
Dropped 66 spots from last year
+1.9 above state avg
706 students Moderate
18 sports • 1,578 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
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Property Tax $661
Homeowners Insurance $200
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Year 1
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Year 15
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Year 30
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Property History

Market Insights

45.8%
Price Range
21
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73489189
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Mar 19, 2026
$1,089,000
MLS #73489189 - Active
Sold
Sep 18, 2025
$589,900
Property sold
Days on Market: 21
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Listed for Sale
Jul 8, 2025
$589,900
Original listing
Agent: Hope Addorisio Office: Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 20, 2026 Sold $1,089,000
Jul 8, 2025 New Listing Added $589,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
19 days
Price per Sq Ft
$383

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $7,934 $691,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,934
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$691,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Hope Addorisio
Listing Office Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
Agent MLS ID CN231157
Office MLS ID AN6314
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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