5 Cottage St, Nahant, MA 01908

Nahant
Local realty services provided by:ERA Hart Sargis-Breen Real Estate
5 Cottage St,Nahant, MA 01908
$1,749,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,008 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Upcoming open houses
  • Sat, Aug 15
    02:00 pm - 03:30 pm
Listed by: tish lentine
Office: keller williams realty evolution
MLS#:73506019
Source:MLSPIN

Price summary

  • Price:$1,749,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$581.45

About this home

Live Beautifully by the Water. A rare coastal residence where historic New England character meets sophisticated modern living. Set on nearly half an acre atop a knoll, 5 Cottage St offers ocean views, privacy and an extraordinary sense of place—just minutes from Boston. Built in 1875 and thoughtfully reimagined, this 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home pairs soaring 10-foot ceilings, tall windows and an elegant curved staircase with a beautifully renovated interior designed for today's lifestyle. The chef's kitchen is a true centerpiece, featuring a generous island with seating for 5+, extensive custom cabinetry and a premium Thermador appliance suite. Flexible living spaces accommodate multigenerational living, a private office, studio or guest retreat, while the expansive front porch and secluded rear patio create effortless spaces for entertaining or simply savoring the sea air. Outside, Nahant's beaches, sailing, surfing, golf and tennis are minutes away; Boston is remarkably accessible by...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1875
  • Listing ID #:73506019
  • Updated:August 13, 2026 at 11:08 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:5
  • Total bathrooms:4
  • Full bathrooms:3
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:10
  • Flooring:Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile
  • Dining Description:Exterior Access, Hardwood, Slider
  • Bathrooms Description:Bathroom, Bathroom - With Tub
  • Kitchen Description:Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dining Area, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Flooring - Hardwood, Gas Stove, Kitchen Island, Oven, Stainless Steel Appliances, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Wine Chiller
  • Basement Description:Finished, Full, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access
  • Living area:3,008 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:7 Cooling Zones, Ductless
  • Heating:Ductless

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt/Composition Shingles, Rubber
  • Year built:1875
  • Building area:3,008 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.46 Acres
  • Lot Features:Gentle Sloping
  • Architectural Style:Colonial
  • Construction Materials:Frame
  • Exterior Features:Patio, Porch, Storage
  • Foundation Description:Block, Concrete Perimeter, Stone

Schools

  • High school:Swampscott
  • Middle school:Swampscott
  • Elementary school:Johnson Elementary

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$1,749,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$581.45
  • Tax amount:$9,470 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
  • Laundry features:Second Floor, Washer Hookup
  • Amenities:Gas Water Heater, Storage

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:6
  • Parking description:Driveway, Off Street, Paved, Paved Drive
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