303 Nahant Rd

5,969 Sq. Ft.
$273 / Sq. Ft.
5,969
Sq. Ft.
$273
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Perched atop a crest with sweeping ocean views, this remarkable Nahant residence blends timeless character with adaptable living spaces. Originally a church built by the craftsman behind the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, it now serves as an unforgettable showcase home w/careful eye to details, maximum serenity, and a graceful flow of sun-filled rooms. The main level features a open concept family room/kitchen area w/pantry, spacious bedroom, office, full bath, mud room. A jaw-dropping living room, w...Perched atop a crest with sweeping ocean views, this remarkable Nahant residence blends timeless character with adaptable living spaces. Originally a church built by the craftsman behind the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, it now serves as an unforgettable showcase home w/careful eye to details, maximum serenity, and a graceful flow of sun-filled rooms. The main level features a open concept family room/kitchen area w/pantry, spacious bedroom, office, full bath, mud room. A jaw-dropping living room, w 17-foot ceilings, a dramatic sweeping staircase leading to radiant heated rooftop sunroom/wraparound deck, overlooks the sea and Boston skyline. Upstairs offers three serene bedrooms, a full bath adjoining 2 of the bedrooms. The above-ground lower level is a complete two-bedroom apartment-ideal for guests, extended family, or income producing space. A block from beach, wharf, sailing, this unique home offers a true coastal sanctuary and a rare chance to own a distinctive piece of history.
  1. Listed by Elizabeth Carlson • Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead

Property Details for 303 Nahant Road

Town
Nahant
Area
MA-Nahant
Architectural Style
Antique, Other (See Remarks)
Style
Antique, Other (See Remarks)
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
8.00
Parking Spaces Total
8
LISTING UPDATED: 03/24/2026 04:56 PM

Property Details for 303 Nahant Road

StatusActive
MLS #73482779
Days on Market12
Taxes$14,125 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1851
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead, Elizabeth Carlson
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Building Information for 303 Nahant Road

Stories-Year Built1851Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,624 SF

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$9,087 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,910

Property Taxes

$1,177

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 303 Nahant Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, University
  • Living Area: 5969.0
  • Color: white
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Remodeled
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Partial, Interior Access, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors, Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl / VCT, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet, Dining Area, Countertops - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Storage, Lighting - Overhead, Sun Room, Inlaw Apt., Kitchen, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Living/Dining Rm Combo, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown, French Doors
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Bathroom - Full, Second Floor
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Composite, Fenced Yard, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Porch, Deck, Deck - Composite
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Exterior, Porch, Deck, Deck - Composite
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean, Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterview Features: Ocean, Public, Walk to
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Improved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Improved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Improved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Hot Water, Radiant, Natural Gas, Electric, Pellet Stove
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Remodeled,Closet - Double
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Third Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Remodeled,Closet - Double
  • Bedroom2 Level: Third
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bedroom3 Level: Third
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Gas Stove
  • Bedroom4 Level: Main,Second
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Remodeled
  • Bedroom5 Level: First
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Closet,Flooring - Vinyl,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Dryer Hookup - Electric,Remodeled,Washer Hookup,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main,Second
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bathroom2 Level: Third
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Vinyl
  • Bathroom3 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,French Doors,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Decorative Molding
  • Dining Room Level: Main,Second
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Gas Stove,Crown Molding
  • Family Room Level: Main,Second
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Pantry,Countertops - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Storage,Lighting - Overhead
  • Kitchen Level: Main,Second
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Coffered Ceiling(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,French Doors,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Gas Stove,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding,Closet - Double,Decorative Molding
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,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: Ideal for homeowners seeking an in law or rental income! Sun spills in through full sized windows of lower level 2 bed apt,comprised of a open concept living area/kitchen w pellet stove,den,full bath,separate laundry facilities,loads of storage,and private exterior access.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Seller W/Participate
  • Assessments: $1,571,300
  • Book: 23396
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: R2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone, Granite
  • Foundation Area: 99999.0
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 5
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 303 Nahant Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73482779

$1,629,900—
Dec 31, 2025

Expired

MLS PIN #73359713

$1,660,000—
Jun 23, 2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73359713

$1,750,000—
Apr 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73359713

$1,850,000—
Sep 17, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #153650428

$695,000

+16.7% / yr

Sep 17, 2004

Sold

MLS PIN #70049213

$695,000—
Jul 22, 2004

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70049213

—
Jul 22, 2004

Contingent

MLS PIN #70049213

—
Jun 14, 2004

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70049213

$750,000—
Sep 29, 2001

Expired

MLS PIN #30509287

$619,000—
May 29, 2001

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30509287

$699,000—
Mar 10, 1995

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #89358250

$160,000—
Dec 31, 1994

Expired

MLS PIN #12013995

$169,000—
Jun 24, 1994

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #12013995

$169,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/13/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73482779

$1,629,900
12/31/2025

Expired

MLS PIN #73359713

$1,660,000
06/23/2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73359713

$1,750,000
04/15/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73359713

$1,850,000
09/17/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #153650428

$695,000

+16.7% / yr

09/17/2004

Sold

MLS PIN #70049213

$695,000
07/22/2004

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70049213

—
07/22/2004

Contingent

MLS PIN #70049213

—
06/14/2004

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70049213

$750,000
09/29/2001

Expired

MLS PIN #30509287

$619,000
05/29/2001

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30509287

$699,000
03/10/1995

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #89358250

$160,000
12/31/1994

Expired

MLS PIN #12013995

$169,000
06/24/1994

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #12013995

$169,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 303 Nahant Road

Taxable ValueLand$431,600Additions$938,800Total$1,370,400
Tax Record2024$12,430 ($1,036 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt5,969 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,969 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt239 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,625 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1851ZoningR2CountyESSEXAPNNAHA M:0007 B:0000 L:0003Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 303 Nahant 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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303 Nahant Road is a single family home for sale in Nahant, MA 01908. This property was listed for sale on March 13, 2026 by Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead, it's currently listed at $1,629,900. It has been on the market for a total of 12 days and was last sold on September 17, 2004. This listing's school districts are Nahant School District, Swampscott School District. Nearby schools include Johnson Elementary School, Swampscott Middle School and Swampscott High School. 303 Nahant Road is a 6-bed, 3-bath, 5,969 sqft single family home built in 1851.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead, Elizabeth Carlson

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