Completely reimagined and rebuilt in 2025, this exceptional coastal residence offers 6,388 sq ft of architecturally refined living space on a rare .56-acre corner lot just a short walk to Phillips Beach. Designed with the scale and craftsmanship of new construction, the home features custom millwork, coffered ceilings, and expansive open sightlines throughout sun-filled living and dining spaces anchored by a stunning chef’s kitchen. With 6 bedrooms and 5.5 baths, the layout offers remarkable flexibility including a private top-floor suite with living room and office, a fully finished apartment-style lower level with multiple additional sleeping or office options, and bonus space above the garage ideal for studio, fitness, or golf simulator. A separate carriage house provides valuable additional space and future-use potential. Set on a wide, quiet neighborhood street with exceptional yard space, this is a distinctive modern coastal offering of uncommon scale, quality, and presence.
For sale
Price cut: $150K (6/8)
$3,100,000
20 Ocean Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907
6beds
6,388sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2025
0.56 Acres Lot
$3,003,800 Zestimate®
$485/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Architecturally refined living spaceWide quiet neighborhood streetExceptional yard spaceCoffered ceilingsCustom millwork
- 57 days |
- 899 |
- 22 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chris McNamara 617-605-1201,
McNamara Realty, Inc. 617-605-1201
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73509663
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Level: Third
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Mud Room, Office, Bonus Room, Bedroom, Inlaw Apt., Wet Bar, Wired for Sound
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,388
- Total interior livable area: 6,388 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,300
- Finished area below ground: 1,088
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Carriage Shed, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: Beach Access, Ocean, Walk to, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 0.56 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 2169233
- Zoning: A1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Private School, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Swampscott
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $485/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,287,700
- Annual tax amount: $14,770
- Date on market: 5/11/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$3,003,800
$2.85M - $3.15M
$6,759/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/8/2026 | Price change | $3,100,000-4.6%$485/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73509663 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,250,000+170.8%$509/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73509663 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2024 | Sold | $1,200,000-20%$188/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73209524 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000$235/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73209524 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,770 +2.4% | $1,287,700 +2.6% |
| 2024 | $14,420 +5.7% | $1,255,000 +8% |
| 2023 | $13,647 | $1,162,400 |
| 2022 | $13,647 +5.5% | $1,162,400 +24% |
| 2021 | $12,935 -2.6% | $937,300 +0.9% |
| 2020 | $13,280 -2.8% | $928,700 +3.3% |
| 2019 | $13,659 -2.7% | $898,600 +2.4% |
| 2018 | $14,045 -1.2% | $877,800 +7.7% |
| 2017 | $14,218 +2.1% | $814,800 +1.4% |
| 2016 | $13,925 +1.1% | $803,500 |
| 2015 | $13,780 -2.4% | $803,500 +6.5% |
| 2014 | $14,113 +4.4% | $754,700 +5.2% |
| 2013 | $13,512 +1.8% | $717,200 -2.8% |
| 2012 | $13,271 +5.9% | $737,700 -2.3% |
| 2011 | $12,533 -3.3% | $755,000 -4% |
| 2010 | $12,965 -9.9% | $786,700 -21.6% |
| 2009 | $14,390 +5.2% | $1,003,500 |
| 2008 | $13,678 +3.9% | $1,003,500 -2% |
| 2007 | $13,167 +7.1% | $1,023,900 +1.5% |
| 2006 | $12,294 +17.4% | $1,008,500 +8.7% |
| 2005 | $10,470 -2.1% | $927,400 +5.1% |
| 2004 | $10,695 -6.5% | $882,400 +4.3% |
| 2003 | $11,443 +3% | $846,400 |
| 2002 | $11,113 +23% | $846,400 +42.9% |
| 2000 | $9,033 +15.4% | $592,300 +33.8% |
| 1995 | $7,827 | $442,700 |
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Neighborhood: 01907
Nearby schools
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- 5/10Swampscott Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Swampscott Middle SchoolGrades: PK,5-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Swampscott High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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- Essex County
- Swampscott
- 01907
- 20 Ocean Ave
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