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2 Ocean Avenue, Swampscott MA 01907
Swampscott, MA 01907
$785,500
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$869,000
Final Sale Price:
$785,500
Difference:
$83,500 (-9.6%)
Performance Metrics
90.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
148
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$173
Sale $/sq ft:
$156
This property sold for $156 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 9.6% below the original asking price.
At 148 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 9 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$156/sq ft
Area Median
$444/sq ft
Difference
64.9%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
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Property History
Market Insights
99.6%
Price Range
245
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73566795
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Aug 21, 2026
$9,500
MLS #73566795 - Active
Current Active Listing - MLS #73468894
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jan 15, 2026
$2,495,000
MLS #73468894 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #73307278
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jan 30, 2025
$1,400,000
MLS #73307278
Sold
Apr 13, 2016
$785,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 245
Listed for Sale
Nov 3, 2015
$839,000
Original listing
Agent: Goldstein - Foutes Team
Office: Sagan Agency REALTORS®
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $9,500 | - | - | MLS #73566795 - Active |
| 01/15/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $2,495,000 | - | - | MLS #73468894 - Active |
| 01/30/2025 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $1,400,000 | - | - | MLS #73307278 |
| 04/13/2016 | ✓ Sold | $785,500 | - | - | Property sold |
| 11/03/2015 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $839,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | $15,264 | $890,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$15,264
Tax Year 2015
Assessed Value
$890,000
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1930
Living Area
5,020 sq ft
Lot Size
0.59 acres
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
2
Total Rooms
9
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances
Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Full, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Radon Remediation System, Unfinished
Laundry
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
Closet, Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer, 1/4 Bath, Walk-up Attic
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Tile, Rubber, Other
Features
Deck - Roof, Patio, Covered Patio/deck, Stone Wall
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof, Patio, Covered
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Paved
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer
Financial
Annual Tax
$15,264
Assessed Value
$890,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Taupe
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
149 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
5,020 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Balcony - Exterior
LevelSecond
FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Balcony - Exterior
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Recessed Lighting
LevelSecond
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Half
LevelFirst
FeaturesBeamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Wainscoting
LevelMain,First
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup
LevelMain,First
FeaturesBeamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Open Floorplan, Wainscoting
LevelMain,First
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof, Patio, Covered
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:
Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances:
Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Closet, Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer, 1/4 Bath, Walk-up Attic
Windows:
Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Basement:
Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Radon Remediation System, Unfinished
Laundry:
In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1930
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Tile, Rubber, Other
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Oil
Heating Zones:
3
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
2
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Stone Wall
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof, Patio, Covered
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Corner Lot
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Living Room, Master Bedroom
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
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
0.3 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
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
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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Neighborhood
2 Ocean Avenue, Swampscott MA 01907
Swampscott, MA 01907
Listing Information
Agent MLS ID
TM003711
Office MLS ID
C77800
Listing Data Updated
Apr 13, 2016 4:08 PM EDT
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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