42 Flash Rd

1,431 Sq. Ft.
$594 / Sq. Ft.
1,431
Sq. Ft.
$594
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome home to a classic 1890 Antique Colonial in "Big" Nahant. The wraparound porch gives it that quintessential New England presence, set behind mature shade trees and a brick front walk. Inside, the home offers 1,784 square feet of living space across three levels, three bedrooms, one bath, and six total rooms, with a finished lower level for extra living space. A spacious one-car garage on a 7,362-square-foot lot. Enjoy the lifestyle and coastal charm in Nahant—New England's best-kept secret,...Welcome home to a classic 1890 Antique Colonial in "Big" Nahant. The wraparound porch gives it that quintessential New England presence, set behind mature shade trees and a brick front walk. Inside, the home offers 1,784 square feet of living space across three levels, three bedrooms, one bath, and six total rooms, with a finished lower level for extra living space. A spacious one-car garage on a 7,362-square-foot lot. Enjoy the lifestyle and coastal charm in Nahant—New England's best-kept secret, just 14 miles from Boston and minutes from Logan Airport. Nestled on a rocky peninsula northeast of the city, this town has a rare, almost island-like atmosphere. Its laid-back community and classic New England charm blend natural beauty with city convenience, all within easy reach of the airport and downtown. Every home has a story and this much beloved house, in the same family for over 50 years, is waiting for it's next chapter! There is space on the lot to add additional parking-see photo
  1. Listed by Linda Hayes • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Property Details for 42 Flash Road

Town
Nahant
Area
MA-Nahant
Architectural Style
Colonial, Antique
Style
Colonial, Antique
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
LISTING UPDATED: 07/16/2026 04:44 PM

Property Details for 42 Flash Road

StatusNew
MLS #73551163
Days on MarketListed Today
Taxes$6,429 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1890
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, Linda Hayes
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Building Information for 42 Flash Road

Stories-Year Built1890Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,362 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,771 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,236

Property Taxes

$536

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 42 Flash Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area: 1431.0
  • Color: White
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
  • Laundry Features: First Floor
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached
  • Parking Features: Detached
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Baseboard, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Level: Basement
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: This has not been independently verified,and the buyer should do his/her own due diligence by checking with zoning bylaws,closing attorney,building inspector,etc. There is a 10' Right of Way along side of property--see deed/town GIS map.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0022 B:0000 L:0043,2063359
  • Assessments: $702,600
  • Book: 29063
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: R2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 42 Flash Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73551163

$850,000
Nov 12, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326440133

$1
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/16/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73551163

$850,000
11/12/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326440133

$1

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Public Records for 42 Flash Road

Taxable ValueLand$433,000Additions$269,600Total$702,600
Tax Record2025$6,429 ($536 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,784 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,784 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt167 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,362 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890ZoningR2CountyESSEXAPNNAHA M:0022 B:0000 L:0043

Schools near 42 Flash 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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42 Flash Road is a single family home for sale in Nahant, MA 01908. 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. 42 Flash Road is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,431 sqft single family home built in 1890.

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Listing Courtesy of William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, Linda Hayes

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