51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908

Nahant, MA 01908 • East Point/Big Nahant

$4,495,000

$3,750,000

Est. $19,162/month

8

Beds

8.5

Baths

7,792

Sq Ft

$481

Price/Sq Ft

1.93

Acres

1898

Year Built

2

Garage Spaces

Single Family Residence

Type

376

Days on Market

Active Price Drop -$745,000 Listed Jun 28, 2025 • MLS# 73398131 Copied! • Updated Jul 3, 2026

About this home

Rare opportunity to create an exceptional coastal compound at 51 Cliff Street, set on 2 landscaped acres with ocean views in two directions. This 8-bedroom, 9-bath Queen Anne estate offers expansive living and entertaining spaces, 11 fireplaces, soaring ceilings, and multiple en-suite bedrooms ideal for multigenerational living or extended guests. Two separate apartments provide outstanding flexibility for in-law, au pair, or short-term rental use. Olmsted-designed grounds feature a pergola, red brick balustrades, and terracotta urns. One of the North Shore’s most significant residences and longtime home of renowned artist Norman Laliberté. Includes shared ownership of Nahant’s most beautiful private beach.

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Property History

Market Insights

1

Price Changes

6.1%

Price Range

Property Timeline

↓

Price Reduced

Apr 28, 2026

$3,750,000 $245,000 (-6.13%)

From $3,995,000 to $3,750,000 (-6.1%)

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Listed for Sale

Jun 28, 2025

$3,995,000

Original listing

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
04/28/2026	↓ Price Reduced	$3,750,000	$245,000	-	From $3,995,000 to $3,750,000 (-6.1%)
06/28/2025	🏠 Listed for Sale	$3,995,000	-	-	Original listing

Tax History

Year	Taxes	Assessment
2025	$0	$0

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax

$0

Tax Year 2025

Assessed Value

$0

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1898

Living Area 7,792 sq ft

Lot Size 1.93 acres

Bedrooms 8

Full Baths 8

Half Baths 1

Total Rooms 27

Interior

Heating Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), Fireplace

Cooling None

Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Other, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet

Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop

Fireplace Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove

Fireplaces 11

Basement Full, Partially Finished, Walk-out Access, Garage Access

Laundry None

Features Open Floorplan, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - 3/4, Closet, Dining Area, Country Kitchen, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Entry Hall, Gallery, Home Office, Live-in Help Quarters, Accessory Apt., Sitting Room

Exterior

Construction Frame, Vertical Siding

Architecture Queen Anne

Roof None

Features Patio, Stone Wall

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 2

Has Garage Yes

Features Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Total Spaces 10

Utilities

Electric None

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other None

Financial

Annual Tax 0.00

Assessed Value 0.00

HOA & Community

Fee Includes None

Amenities None

Optional Fee Includes None

MA Disclosures

Seller Disclosures None

Additional Details

Possession None

Accepted Financing None

Structure Type []

Sq Ft Source Public Record

Sq Ft Disclosures There is an au pair suite w/separate entrance and a private apartment on LL. 10 bedrooms in full.

Documents None

County Essex

Total market time (incl. prior listings) 370 days

Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1898

Bedrooms

8

Full Bathrooms

8

Half Bathrooms

1

Living Area

7,792 sq ft

Total Rooms

27

Room Details

Second Floor

Bathroom1

9 x 8.3

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Bedroom3

16.2 x 11

Bathroom - Full, Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Wainscoting

Bathroom2

9 x 5.3

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom2

19 x 18

Bathroom - 3/4, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Dressing Room, Wainscoting

Bathroom3

6.8 x 5.6

Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Master Bedroom

35 x 12

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - 3/4, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Dressing Room, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled

Third Floor

Bedroom5

13 x 11.6

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting

Bedroom4

14 x 13.8

Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Wainscoting

Main Floor

Office

14.2 x 6

Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting

Other Floor

Master Bathroom

Yes

Main,First Floor

Dining Room

20.5 x 18

Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Wainscoting, Lighting - Pendant, Decorative Molding

Kitchen

24.5 x 7.7

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove

Living Room

21 x 17.3

Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Wainscoting

Family Room

30 x 10.7

Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Other, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop

Interior Features: Open Floorplan, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - 3/4, Closet, Dining Area, Country Kitchen, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Entry Hall, Gallery, Home Office, Live-in Help Quarters, Accessory Apt., Sitting Room

Windows: Window(s) - Picture

Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Garage Access

Laundry:

Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Queen Anne

Year Built: 1898

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame, Vertical Siding

Roof:

Foundation: Stone, Other

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), Fireplace

Cooling: None

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Stone Wall

Patio & Porch: Patio

Fencing:

Other Structures:

Lot Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping, Level

Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2

Garage Type: Attached

Total Parking Spaces: 10

Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 11

Fireplace Type: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove

View: Yes

View Type: Scenic View(s)

Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School

Nearby Schools

School District

Nahant School District local

✓ School Safety 2024-25

0.0% Very Low (Safest)

↓ 5.5% below state avg

E

Elementary Schools

3 schools

D

Johnson School

1.0 mi | #751 of 824 | Score: 32.5

Dropped 340 spots from last year

-25.7 below state avg

163 students Less Diverse

Grades PK-06

C-

Brickett Elementary School

3.3 mi | #688 of 824 | Score: 36.3

Improved 101 spots from last year

-21.9 below state avg

318 students Moderate

Rising School

Grades K-05

C-

E. J. Harrington Elementary School

3.3 mi | #717 of 824 | Score: 34.2

Improved 76 spots from last year

-24 below state avg

687 students Moderate

Rising School

Grades PK-05

M

Middle Schools

3 schools

C-

Thurgood Marshall Middle School

3.6 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

B+

Swampscott Middle School

3.8 mi | #122 of 352 | Score: 47.2

Dropped 51 spots from last year

-11 below state avg

654 students Moderate

Grades PK-08

C

Garfield Middle School

4.2 mi | #264 of 352 | Score: 35.1

Dropped 12 spots from last year

-23.1 below state avg

542 students Moderate

Grades 06-08

H

High Schools

3 schools

B

Fredrick Douglass Collegiate Academy

3.2 mi | #12 of 25 | Score: 33.4

Improved 330 spots from last year

-24.8 below state avg

235 students Moderate

Early College Program Rising School

Grades 06-12

St. Mary's High School

3.5 mi

Grades 07-12

City Arts & Sciences Academy at Fecteau-Leary

3.7 mi

Grades 06-12

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