8 Essex Street, Swampscott MA 01907
Swampscott, MA 01907
$374,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$369,000
Final Sale Price:
$374,000
Difference:
+$5,000 (+1.4%)
Performance Metrics
101.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$167
Sale $/sq ft:
$170
This property sold for $170 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 1.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 10 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$170/sq ft
Area Median
$417/sq ft
Difference
59.2%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
INSTANT EQUITY! Charming 2200 square foot old-style single family located in the coastal town of Swampscott, MA. Four minute walk to commuter rail. Less than a mile to ocean and swamp scott high school. First floor boasts large entertainment style living room. Perfect for family holidays. Spacious eat-in starter kitchen with Island. Large laundry room and half bath complete first floor. Plenty of storage space in clean unfinished basement. Easy access to bedroom/office in lower level. The second floor opens to two bedrooms and 1 full bathroom as well as a master bedroom and bath containing double shower steam room and walk-in closet. Paved drive way for 6 cars. Extremely rare opportunity to own a family sized home in this town for an unbelievable price! Listing agent is owner.
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Property History
Market Insights
42.3%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73516349
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
May 11, 2026
$640,000
MLS #73516349 - Active
Sold
Jan 29, 2019
$374,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
Listed for Sale
Oct 11, 2018
$369,000
Original listing
Agent: Giro DiBiase
Office: Common Realty Group
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/11/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $640,000 | - | - | MLS #73516349 - Active |
| 01/29/2019 | ✓ Sold | $374,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 10/11/2018 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $369,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $5,566 | $347,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,566
Tax Year 2018
Assessed Value
$347,900
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1920
Living Area
2,206 sq ft
Lot Size
0.12 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
8
Interior
Heating
Electric Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
Flooring
None
Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Fireplace
None
Basement
Partially Finished, Walk-out Access, Concrete
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Paved Drive
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
220 Volts
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,566
Assessed Value
$347,900
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Listing Agent Is Owner. Property Sold In As Is Condition. Buyer And/or Buyer Agent To Perform Own Due Diligence. Home Inspection For Informational Purposes Only.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Living area includes partially finished basement
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
15 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,206 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesYes
Display Options
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:
Appliances:
Electric Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Concrete
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1920
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Electric Baseboard, Oil
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Paved Drive
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
1.4 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
1.2 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
0.4 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
8 Essex Street, Swampscott MA 01907
Swampscott, MA 01907
Listing Information
Agent MLS ID
NB111994
Office MLS ID
AN3747
Listing Data Updated
Apr 29, 2020 11:54 AM 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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