Location, Location, Location! Spacious inside and out this lovely 5 bedroom, 4 bath, Vineyard style home is in one of Nahant's most sought areas of Big Nahant!This home has a spacious versatile floor plan with gleaming hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings, and an abundance of natural light. From multiple decks, enjoy sea breezes, sunshine, tranquility, family and friend gatherings.The kitchen with granite peninsula flows into an open dining area with fireplace. Lofted ceilings and tall windows enhance the natural light and beautiful outdoor views.The walk out garden level offers 2 bedrooms with full bath for guests, in-law, au pair suite or ADU. Once lived in by a legendary lighthouse keeper, the house is offered with architectural plans for the expansion that preserved the historic footprint and stone lined foundation. Modest updates await a future creative redesign with equity building potential. Landscaped yard of over 17,000 sq. ft. next to the protected Nahant Audubon Sanctuary,is the perfect haven for migratory songbirds. Oversized 2 car garage with ample parking and room to entertain, this unique home is the ideal coastal retreat with access to beaches, parks, playgrounds, sailing, kayaking, tennis and Kelly Greens Golf Course. Only 11 miles to Boston with easy access by road, rail or ferry!
For sale
Price cut: $130K (9/9)
$1,495,000
174 Willow Rd, Nahant, MA 01908
5beds
4,215sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.4 Acres Lot
$1,410,000 Zestimate®
$355/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private deckGleaming hardwood floorsCathedral ceilingsViews from multiple decksVineyard style homeAmple off-street parkingAbundance of natural light
- 92 days
- 874
- 24
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Linda Jenkins 617-257-1661,
Nahant Associates, Inc. 781-581-3644
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73537579
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
Bedroom 5
- Level: Basement
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Level: Second
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathroom, Home Office, Finish - Sheetrock, Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Hardwood
- Doors: Insulated Doors, French Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,215
- Total interior livable area: 4,215 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,215
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Off Street, Driveway, Stone/Gravel
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Ocean, Public Water View
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean,Public,Water
- Waterfront features: Ocean, Direct Access, Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 0.4 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:0003A B:0000 L:0020,2062432
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Big Nahant
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Nahant
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $355/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,221,800
- Annual tax amount: $11,179
- Date on market: 6/17/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Exclusions: All Staging And Personal Belongings.
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,410,000
$1.34M - $1.48M
$5,381/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/9/2026 | Price change | $1,495,000-8%$355/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73537579 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,625,000$386/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73537579 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,179 +2.7% | $1,221,800 +1.8% |
| 2024 | $10,881 +8.8% | $1,199,700 +9.1% |
| 2023 | $9,999 | $1,100,000 |
| 2022 | $9,999 +6.2% | $1,100,000 +22.7% |
| 2021 | $9,419 +4.2% | $896,200 +8.7% |
| 2020 | $9,040 +12.7% | $824,100 +12.1% |
| 2019 | $8,018 +6.5% | $734,900 +0.1% |
| 2018 | $7,529 -2.1% | $734,500 0% |
| 2017 | $7,693 +3.2% | $734,800 +3.7% |
| 2016 | $7,452 +5.6% | $708,400 +9.7% |
| 2015 | $7,054 -1.1% | $646,000 -0.1% |
| 2014 | $7,131 -1% | $646,500 -3.6% |
| 2013 | $7,205 +1.8% | $670,900 |
| 2012 | $7,078 +3.1% | $670,900 -2.2% |
| 2011 | $6,863 +7.8% | $686,300 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $6,368 +2.3% | $676,000 -7.4% |
| 2009 | $6,226 -5% | $729,900 -7.2% |
| 2008 | $6,553 +23% | $786,700 +5% |
| 2007 | $5,328 -0.7% | $749,400 +1.5% |
| 2006 | $5,367 -0.3% | $738,300 +7.8% |
| 2005 | $5,381 -1.2% | $684,600 +6% |
| 2004 | $5,449 +2.6% | $645,600 +10.8% |
| 2003 | $5,313 +9.7% | $582,600 +55.3% |
| 2000 | $4,843 +20.3% | $375,100 +20.7% |
| 1996 | $4,027 | $310,700 |
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Neighborhood: 01908
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Johnson
- Middle: Swampscott
- High: Swampscott
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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