23 Phillips Rd

3,357 Sq. Ft.
$596 / Sq. Ft.
3,357
Sq. Ft.
$596
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Rare opportunity to own this c.1900 Queen Anne Victorian perched on the oceanfront with sweeping views of Boston’s skyline. Enjoy private direct access to the beach just behind your home, with the option to drop a mooring right offshore and be on your boat in minutes. Spacious 5+ bedrooms, 2.5 baths across 3 finished levels, plus abundant basement space. Period details include tall beamed ceilings, original woodwork and Palladian and leaded windows. Nearly every room offers water views; the versatile...Rare opportunity to own this c.1900 Queen Anne Victorian perched on the oceanfront with sweeping views of Boston’s skyline. Enjoy private direct access to the beach just behind your home, with the option to drop a mooring right offshore and be on your boat in minutes. Spacious 5+ bedrooms, 2.5 baths across 3 finished levels, plus abundant basement space. Period details include tall beamed ceilings, original woodwork and Palladian and leaded windows. Nearly every room offers water views; the versatile third floor suits bedrooms, guest space, or offices. The primary suite features ocean vistas, a sitting area, a large bathroom with Jacuzzi tub and ample closets. Entertain in the formal dining room or sunroom opening to a large deck. Outdoors, find lush landscaping, perennial gardens, a private patio, outdoor shower, and detached garage. Just a short drive to Logan Airport and downtown Boston, this coastal haven blends timeless charm, modern flexibility, and exceptional access.
  1. Listed by Andrew Giller • The Agency Marblehead
  2. Listed by Michael V. Cannuscio • The Agency Marblehead

Property Details for 23 Phillips Road

Town
Nahant
Area
MA-Nahant
Architectural Style
Victorian, Queen Anne
Style
Victorian, Queen Anne
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
5
LISTING UPDATED: 12/12/2025 04:42 PM

Property Details for 23 Phillips Road

StatusSold
MLS #73408054
Days on Market143
Taxes$16,665 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1900
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of The Agency Marblehead, Andrew Giller; The Agency Marblehead, Michael V. Cannuscio

Sold By The Agency Marblehead, Andrew Giller

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Building Information for 23 Phillips Road

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,326 SF

Payment Calculator

$11,136 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,748

Property Taxes

$1,389

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 23 Phillips Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Shopping, Park, Golf Course, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Public School
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 3357.0
  • Color: White
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Johnson
  • High School: Swampscott
  • Middle School: Swampscott
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Vacuum System
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
  • Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Home Office, Study, Central Vacuum, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Interior Features: Central Vacuum, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, City View(s), Outdoor Shower
  • Exterior Features: City View(s), Screens, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Outdoor Shower, Deck - Composite, Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Composite, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Rubber
  • View: City View(s), Scenic View(s), City
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Ocean, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Private)
  • Waterview Features: Bay, Ocean
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Side Entry, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Detached, Side Entry, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Side Entry, Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas, Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Level: Third
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Level: Second
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Mooring may be dropped off beach behind home.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0021A B:0000 L:0104,2063274
  • Assessments: $1,821,300
  • Book: 16088
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: R2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Heat Zones: 8
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 23 Phillips Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 12, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73408054

$2,000,000
Sep 19, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73408054

Jul 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73408054

$2,100,000
Jul 15, 2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73356421

$2,100,000
Apr 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73356421

$2,399,000
Jan 30, 2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73302239

$2,399,000
Jan 30, 2025

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73302239

$2,699,000
Jan 30, 2025

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73302239

$2,399,000
Oct 15, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73302239

$2,699,000
Dec 7, 1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #89360588

$645,300
Dec 7, 1999

Sold

MLS PIN #30371141

$645,300
Nov 24, 1999

Contingent

MLS PIN #30371141

Nov 24, 1999

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30371141

$699,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/12/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73408054

$2,000,000
09/19/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73408054

07/22/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73408054

$2,100,000
07/15/2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73356421

$2,100,000
04/08/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73356421

$2,399,000
01/30/2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73302239

$2,399,000
01/30/2025

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73302239

$2,699,000
01/30/2025

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73302239

$2,399,000
10/15/2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73302239

$2,699,000
12/07/1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #89360588

$645,300
12/07/1999

Sold

MLS PIN #30371141

$645,300
11/24/1999

Contingent

MLS PIN #30371141

11/24/1999

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30371141

$699,900

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Public Records for 23 Phillips Road

Taxable ValueLand$883,500Additions$937,800Total$1,821,300
Tax Record2025$16,665 ($1,389 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,357 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,357 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,292 SqFtStories3Lot Size11,326 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningR2CountyESSEXAPNNAHA M:0021A B:0000 L:0104Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 23 Phillips Road

This home is within Nahant School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Johnson Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Swampscott Middle School
Public5 to 8

Swampscott High School
Public9 to 12

Hadley Elementary School
PublicK to 4

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of The Agency Marblehead, Andrew Giller; The Agency Marblehead, Michael V. Cannuscio

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