4 beds2,752 sqft$271/sqft
42 Walnut Rd, Hamilton, MA 01982
Est: $4,666/moGet pre-approved

Description

A Rare Opportunity in the Heart of South Hamilton: Set on an exceptional ¾-acre lot in the heart of downtown South Hamilton, this distinctive four-bedroom shingle-style home offers a rare combination of character, location, land, and tremendous potential. Just minutes from the Winthrop School and Hamilton train station, the property provides the convenience of in-town living while offering an expansive and private setting. The home retains the charm and character of a classic New England property,...A Rare Opportunity in the Heart of South Hamilton: Set on an exceptional ¾-acre lot in the heart of downtown South Hamilton, this distinctive four-bedroom shingle-style home offers a rare combination of character, location, land, and tremendous potential. Just minutes from the Winthrop School and Hamilton train station, the property provides the convenience of in-town living while offering an expansive and private setting. The home retains the charm and character of a classic New England property, highlighted by a welcoming front porch, a beautiful rear porch, hardwood floors, abundant windows, and a flexible floor plan ready for its next chapter. Surrounded by mature trees and established gardens, the property has a wonderful sense of privacy and an inviting connection to the outdoors. Adding to its appeal is a charming old barn with endless possibilities—ideal for a workshop, studio, storage, hobby space, or a future creative vision, subject to approvals. The generous lot provides ample space to enhance, renovate and thoughtfully reimagine this classic home. This property, with its shingle-style architecture, front and back porches and undeniable potential, offers possibilities that are increasingly difficult to find in Hamilton. Whether you are a developer or home buyer, this prime in-town location, with its substantial lot and timeless character, presents a rare opportunity to create a dream home.
LISTING UPDATED: 08/27/2026 03:33 AM

  1. Listed by Henry Gourdeau • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 42 Walnut Road

Status
MLS #
73568540
Days on Market
1
Taxes
$10,551 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1892
Town
Hamilton
MLS Area
South Hamilton
Area
MA-Hamilton-South Hamilton, MA-Hamilton
Architectural Style
Victorian, Farmhouse
Style
Victorian, Farmhouse
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
4

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Location

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Building Information for 42 Walnut Road

Stories-Year Built1892Building Size-Lot Size0.73 AC / 31,720 SF

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$4,666 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,787

Property Taxes

$879

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 42 Walnut Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
  • Living Area: 2752.0
  • Color: Shingle
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since,Unknown/Mixed
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Winthrop
  • High School: Hwrhs
  • Middle School: Hwms
  • Neighborhood: Downtown S Hamilton
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Laminate, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Sun Room, Study
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Picture, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Barn/Stable
  • Exterior Features: Barn/Stable
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Level
  • Other Structures: Barn/Stable
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Work Area, Barn, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Detached, Work Area, Barn, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Work Area, Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 110 Volts
  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas, Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 180.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 12.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 210.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Cedar Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bedroom2 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 143.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bedroom3 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 120.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: First
  • Bedroom4 Width: 8.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 20.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Length: 4.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 5.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 78.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bathroom2 Length: 6.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 13.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 204.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Decorative Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 17.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 12.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 247.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Family Room Length: 13.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 19.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 195.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Laminate,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 15.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 13.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 5X5
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 255.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Crown Molding,Decorative Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 17.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: House has knob and tube wiring. Seller has quote to replace but given the nature of the sale has elected not to do so. 3 pics have been photoshopped to remove weeds from driveway and add grass to brown spots on lawn.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:62 B:13,1919661
  • Assessments: $674,200
  • Book: 05914
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: R1A
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 42 Walnut Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 26, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73568540

$745,000
May 23, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326426667

$1
May 23, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326426666

$1
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/26/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73568540

$745,000
05/23/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326426667

$1
05/23/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326426666

$1

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

Public Records for 42 Walnut Road

Taxable ValueLand$350,200Additions$324,000Total$674,200
Tax Record2025$10,551 ($879 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,835 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,835 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,164 SqFtStories2Lot Size31,720 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1892Year Renovated1892ZoningR1ACountyESSEXAPNHAMI M:62 B:13

Schools near 42 Walnut Road

This home is within Hamilton-Wenham School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Winthrop School
PublicPK to 5

Bessie Buker Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Cutler School
PublicK to 5

Miles River Middle School
Public6 to 8

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 Walnut Road is a single family home for sale in Hamilton, MA 01982. This property was listed for sale on August 26, 2026 by Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $745,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on May 23, 2003. This listing's school district is Hamilton-Wenham School District. Nearby schools include Winthrop School, Bessie Buker Elementary School and Cutler School. 42 Walnut Road is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 2,752 sqft single family home built in 1892.

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