51 Cliff St

Nahant, MA 01908

$3,995,000
Price
8
Beds
7,792 Sq. Ft.
$513 / Sq. Ft.
7,792
Sq. Ft.
$513
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

One of the North Shore’s most significant Queen Anne residences, 51 Cliff Street—also known as the George Duncan House—is a stunning Gilded Age estate with ocean views in two directions. Rebuilt in 1898 by British aristocrat Lord Duncan, the nearly two-acre grounds were designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and feature a pergola, red brick balustrades, and terracotta urns. The grand entry hall leads to soaring ceilings, 11 fireplaces, exquisite period details, oversized living spaces, and multiple en-suites....One of the North Shore’s most significant Queen Anne residences, 51 Cliff Street—also known as the George Duncan House—is a stunning Gilded Age estate with ocean views in two directions. Rebuilt in 1898 by British aristocrat Lord Duncan, the nearly two-acre grounds were designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and feature a pergola, red brick balustrades, and terracotta urns. The grand entry hall leads to soaring ceilings, 11 fireplaces, exquisite period details, oversized living spaces, and multiple en-suites. Two separate apartments offer flexibility for guests, inlaws or airbnb possibilities. The longtime residence of the renowned artist Norman Laliberté, whose works grace the Smithsonian, this coastal retreat includes shared ownership of Nahant’s most beautiful private beach. A rare blend of history, artistry, and seaside elegance.
  1. Listed by Annie Wachtel • Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead

Property Details for 51 Cliff Street

Town
Nahant
Area
MA-Nahant
Architectural Style
Queen Anne
Style
Queen Anne
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
10.00
Parking Spaces Total
12
LISTING UPDATED: 01/03/2026 03:05 AM

Property Details for 51 Cliff Street

StatusActive
MLS #73398131
Days on Market250
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1898
CountyEssex County
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Building Information for 51 Cliff Street

Stories-Year Built1898Building Size-Lot Size1.93 AC / 84,240 SF

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$21,402 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$19,471

Property Taxes

$1,931

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 51 Cliff Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Tennis Court, Park, Golf Course, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School
  • Living Area: 7792.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Owner
Location/School
  • Neighborhood: East Point/Big Nahant
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Walk Out, Garage Access
  • Num of Baths: 9.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 8
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 8.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 9
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 11
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Other, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • 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
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Picture
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame, Vertical Siding
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: Stone Wall, Patio
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean, Direct Access, Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Private, Deeded Rights)
  • Waterview Features: Ocean, Private, Public, Walk to
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 420.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: 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
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 35.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 12.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 342.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Dressing Room,Wainscoting
  • Bedroom2 Length: 19.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 18.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 178.2
  • Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Fireplace,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Wainscoting
  • Bedroom3 Length: 16.2
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 193.2
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Picture,Wainscoting
  • Bedroom4 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Bedroom4 Width: 13.8
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 150.799999999
  • Bedroom5 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom5 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 11.6
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 74.7
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Picture,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom1 Length: 9.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom1 Width: 8.3
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 47.699999999
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bathroom2 Length: 9.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 5.3
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 38.08
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Picture,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom3 Length: 6.8
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
  • Bathroom3 Width: 5.6
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 369.0
  • Dining Room Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Wainscoting,Lighting - Pendant,Decorative Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 20.5
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 18.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 321.0
  • Family Room Features: Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Lighting - Pendant
  • Family Room Length: 30.0
  • Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Family Room Width: 10.7
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 188.65
  • Kitchen Features: 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
  • Kitchen Length: 24.5
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 7.7
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 363.3
  • Room Living Room Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Wainscoting
  • Room Living Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 17.3
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 85.199999999
  • Room Office Features: Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Office Length: 14.2
  • Room Office Level: Main
  • Room Office Width: 6.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 2062503
  • Assessments: $0
  • Book: 33786
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: R1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 8
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone, Other
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 51 Cliff Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 8, 2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73398131

$3,995,000—
Jun 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73398131

$4,495,000—
Mar 25, 2005

Expired

MLS PIN #70047923

$2,650,000—
Jun 1, 2004

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70047923

$2,650,000—
Mar 7, 2004

Expired

MLS PIN #30707612

$3,250,000—
Apr 8, 2003

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30707612

$3,250,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/08/2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73398131

$3,995,000
06/28/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73398131

$4,495,000
03/25/2005

Expired

MLS PIN #70047923

$2,650,000
06/01/2004

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70047923

$2,650,000
03/07/2004

Expired

MLS PIN #30707612

$3,250,000
04/08/2003

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30707612

$3,250,000

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

Public Records for 51 Cliff Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,060,800Additions$1,471,600Total$2,532,400
Tax Record2025$23,171 ($1,931 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths6Total Finished SqFt7,792 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,792 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt2,593 SqFtStories3Lot Size78,364 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1898ZoningR1CountyESSEXAPNNAHA M:0003C B:0000 L:0047Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 51 Cliff Street

This home is within Nahant School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Johnson Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Swampscott Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Swampscott High School
Public - 9 to 12
Hadley Elementary School
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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More information about 51 Cliff Street, Nahant, MA 01908

51 Cliff Street is a single family home for sale in Nahant, MA 01908. This property was listed for sale on June 28, 2025 by Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead, it's currently listed at $3,995,000. 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. 51 Cliff Street is a 8-bed, 9-bath, 7,792 sqft single family home built in 1898.

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