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26 Forest Ave Ext, Swampscott MA 01907

Swampscott, MA 01907
$740,625
Est. $5,225/month
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,772
Sq Ft
$196
Price/Sq Ft
0.53
Acres
1987
Year Built
31
Days on Market
Closed Listed Oct 9, 2015 • MLS# 71917058 Copied!

About this home

You will love living in this warm but spacious contemporary sited on a beautiful 1/2 acre lot. The home features a large kitchen with eat-in atrium area, warm inviting family room with fireplace, great living room with fireplace and a dining room for more formal entertaining all on the first floor with hardwood throughout. The second floor features four bedrooms including a large master suite with a dressing room, sitting area and master bath. The finished basement offers a great playroom and an additional bath and guest room. With more than 3,700 square feet this home, with cathedral ceilings, open spaces, plenty of windows and three fireplaces, offers the perfect layout for any family. Come enjoy the lifestyle in this wonderful seaside town with its lovely beaches, boating, great schools and wonderful neighborhoods.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1987
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,772 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $749,900
Final Sale Price: $740,625
Difference: $9,275 (-1.2%)
Performance Metrics
98.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
31
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $199
Sale $/sq ft: $196
This property sold for $196 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.2% below the original asking price.

The property spent 31 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 5 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$196/sq ft
Area Average
$455/sq ft
Difference
56.9%

This property sold below the area average, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1987
Living Area 3,772 sq ft
Lot Size 0.53 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 2
Basement None
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Contemporary
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Off Street
Total Spaces 8

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $15,363
Assessed Value $895,800

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Contemporary
Year Built: 1987
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 6
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Other
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

26 Forest Ave Ext, 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

3 schools
B+
Swampscott Elementary School
0.2 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
Epstein Hillel School
1.5 mi
Grades K-08
A+
Glover School
1.6 mi | #63 of 824 | Score: 61.5
Improved 47 spots from last year
+3.3 above state avg
318 students Moderate
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades PK-03
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
B+
Swampscott Middle School
0.4 mi | #122 of 352 | Score: 47.2
Dropped 51 spots from last year
-11 below state avg
654 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
C-
Thurgood Marshall Middle School
1.7 mi | #311 of 352 | Score: 30.5
Improved 40 spots from last year
-27.7 below state avg
1,310 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

1 school
A-
Swampscott High School
1.3 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 $1,280
Homeowners Insurance $200
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Principal
Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Property History

Market Insights

53%
Price Range
277
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73494835
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Apr 7, 2026
$1,575,000
MLS #73494835 - Active
Sold
Dec 18, 2015
$740,625
Property sold
Days on Market: 277
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Listed for Sale
Oct 9, 2015
$749,900
Original listing
Agent: Team Harborside Office: Harborside Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 11, 2026 Sold $1,575,000
Oct 9, 2015 New Listing Added $749,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
31 days
Price per Sq Ft
$196

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2015 $15,363 $895,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$15,363
Tax Year 2015
Assessed Value
$895,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Team Harborside
Listing Office Harborside Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID TM003189
Office MLS ID AN1195
Listing Data Updated Dec 21, 2015 10:01 AM EST
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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