Dimensions13 x 11
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelSecond
42 Walnut Rd, Hamilton MA 01982
Hamilton, MA 01982 • South Hamilton - Downtown S Hamilton
$745,000
Est. $4,846/month
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29
Aug
Saturday, August 29
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT
27
Aug
Thursday, August 27
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM EDT
About this home
A Rare Opportunity in the Heart of South Hamilton: Set on an exceptional ¾-acre lot in the heart of downtown South Hamilton, this distinctive four-bedroom shingle-style home offers a rare combination of character, location, land, and tremendous potential. Just minutes from the Winthrop School and Hamilton train station, the property provides the convenience of in-town living while offering an expansive and private setting.The home retains the charm and character of a classic New England property, highlighted by a welcoming front porch, a beautiful rear porch, hardwood floors, abundant windows, and a flexible floor plan ready for its next chapter. Surrounded by mature trees and established gardens, the property has a wonderful sense of privacy and an inviting connection to the outdoors. Adding to its appeal is a charming old barn with endless possibilities—ideal for a workshop, studio, storage, hobby space, or a future creative vision, subject to approvals. The generous lot provides ample space to enhance, renovate and thoughtfully reimagine this classic home. This property, with its shingle-style architecture, front and back porches and undeniable potential, offers possibilities that are increasingly difficult to find in Hamilton. Whether you are a developer or home buyer, this prime in-town location, with its substantial lot and timeless character, presents a rare opportunity to create a dream home.
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Property History
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Listed for Sale
Aug 26, 2026
$745,000
Original listing
Agent: Henry Gourdeau
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $745,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,551 | $674,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$10,551
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$674,200
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1892
Living Area
2,752 sq ft
Lot Size
0.73 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
9
Interior
Heating
Hot Water, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood, Carpet, Laminate, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Family Room, Living Room, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Full, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Sun Room, Study
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Victorian, Farmhouse
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Barn/stable
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch - Enclosed
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Workshop In Garage, Barn, Off Street
Total Spaces
4
Utilities
Electric
110 Volts
Water
Public
Sewer
Private Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$10,551
Assessed Value
$674,200
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
House Has Knob And Tube Wiring. Seller Has Quote To Replace But Given The Nature Of The Sale Has Elected Not To Do So. 3 Pics Have Been Photoshopped To Remove Weeds From Driveway And Add Grass To Brown Spots On Lawn.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Shingle
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures
SF to be verified by buyer- 2752 is from floor plans provided. Tax Card shows 1835sf
Documents
None
County
Essex
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1892
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,752 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,752 sq ft above grade
Dimensions6 x 13
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelSecond
Dimensions15 x 14
FeaturesCedar Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelSecond
Dimensions15 x 12
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelSecond
Dimensions4 x 5
FeaturesBathroom - Half
LevelFirst
Dimensions15 x 8
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions17 x 12
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Decorative Molding
LevelFirst
Dimensions15 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Gas Stove
LevelFirst
Dimensions15 x 17
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
LevelFirst
Dimensions13 x 19
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch - Enclosed
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
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, Carpet, Laminate, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Sun Room, Study
Windows:
Window(s) - Picture, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Basement:
Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Victorian, Farmhouse
Year Built:
1892
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Hot Water, Natural Gas, Electric
Heating Zones:
3
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Private Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Barn/Stable
Patio & Porch:
Porch - Enclosed
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Barn/Stable
Lot Features:
Cleared, Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Parking Features:
Detached, Workshop in Garage, Barn, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Family Room, Living Room, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Nearby Schools
School District
Hamilton-Wenham School District local
A
School Safety
2024-25
0.5%
Low
0.4%
Suspensions
0.4%
In-School
0.1%
Emergency
5.0% below state avg
Elementary Schools
3 schools
A+
Winthrop School
0.2 mi
|
#81 of 824
|
Score: 60.3
Improved 282 spots from last year
+2.1 above state avg
329 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-05
A+
Bessie Buker Elementary School
0.7 mi
|
#73 of 824
|
Score: 60.8
Dropped 21 spots from last year
+2.6 above state avg
255 students
Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A+
Cutler School
0.8 mi
|
#42 of 824
|
Score: 63.0
Improved 548 spots from last year
+4.8 above state avg
246 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
3 schools
A
Miles River Middle School
1.8 mi
|
#63 of 352
|
Score: 54.5
Dropped 37 spots from last year
-3.7 below state avg
391 students
Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
B+
Beverly Middle School
3.2 mi
|
#140 of 352
|
Score: 45.2
Improved 24 spots from last year
-13.1 below state avg
1,388 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades 05-08
B-
Holten Richmond Middle School
4.2 mi
|
#183 of 352
|
Score: 42.0
Dropped 12 spots from last year
-16.2 below state avg
745 students
Moderate
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
A+
Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School
1.8 mi
|
#34 of 346
|
Score: 69.9
Dropped 4 spots from last year
+11.7 above state avg
448 students
Less Diverse
19 sports
• 1,310 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Pingree School
2.1 mi
Grades 09-12
Waring School
3.0 mi
Grades 06-12
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South Hamilton - Downtown S Hamilton
42 Walnut Rd, Hamilton MA 01982
Hamilton, MA 01982
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Henry Gourdeau
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
978-526-0243
Agent MLS ID
CN243180
Office MLS ID
AN6133
Listing Data Updated
Aug 26, 2026 2:30 PM EDT
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