Set within a spectacular estate setting on 1.73 acres, this classic Colonial offers timeless elegance, generous scale, and exceptional craftsmanship throughout. This impressive home features 12 beautifully proportioned rooms, including 4 - 6 bedrooms and 4½ baths, designed for both gracious entertaining and comfortable everyday living. Spacious, light-filled rooms showcase wonderful architectural details, rich woodwork, and refined finishes that reflect enduring quality and style. The home’s amazing wine cellar is a true highlight, perfect for collectors and entertainers alike. Outdoors, the property continues to impress with a stunning heated swimming pool, small barn and expansive grounds that provide privacy, tranquility, and endless opportunities for recreation or relaxation. From its impressive setting to its thoughtful layout and classic design, this remarkable residence offers a rare opportunity to enjoy estate living at its finest.
Sold for $2,550,000
$2,550,000
45 Forest Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907
6beds
5,068sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
1.73 Acres Lot
$2,553,300 Zestimate®
$503/sqft
$7,481 Estimated rent
Home value
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$2.35M - $2.76M
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Small barnRefined finishesWonderful architectural detailsStunning heated swimming poolAmazing wine cellarRich woodworkSpacious light-filled rooms
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Listed by:
Team Harborside 617-816-1909,
Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty 781-631-8800
Bought with:
Krista Julian
Coldwell Banker Realty - Manchester
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73497490
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Partial,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,068
- Total interior livable area: 5,068 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,778
- Finished area below ground: 290
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Patio, Patio - Enclosed, Pool - Inground, Pool - Inground Heated, Rain Gutters, Barn/Stable, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Garden
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Pool - Inground Heated
- Waterfront features: Ocean, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach
Lot
- Size: 1.73 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Barn/Stable
- Parcel number: M:0022 B:0062 L:0,2168390
- Zoning: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Swampscott
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $503/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,577,000
- Annual tax amount: $30,924
- Date on market: 5/4/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Sold | $2,550,000-3.8%$503/sqft |
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| 5/6/2026 | Contingent | $2,650,000$523/sqft |
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| 4/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,650,000+360.9%$523/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73497490 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/1990 | Sold | $575,000$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $28,275 +2% | $2,465,100 +2.1% |
| 2024 | $27,733 +5.6% | $2,413,700 +7.9% |
| 2023 | $26,251 | $2,236,000 |
| 2022 | $26,251 +5.7% | $2,236,000 +24.3% |
| 2021 | $24,829 +0.4% | $1,799,200 +4% |
| 2020 | $24,732 -4% | $1,729,500 +2% |
| 2019 | $25,772 -0.5% | $1,695,500 +4.8% |
| 2018 | $25,898 -1.2% | $1,618,600 +7.7% |
| 2017 | $26,224 +0.7% | $1,502,800 |
| 2016 | $26,044 +1.1% | $1,502,800 |
| 2015 | $25,773 +5.8% | $1,502,800 +15.4% |
| 2014 | $24,360 +1.9% | $1,302,700 +2.7% |
| 2013 | $23,902 +2.6% | $1,268,700 -2.1% |
| 2012 | $23,302 +6.5% | $1,295,300 -1.8% |
| 2011 | $21,887 +4.7% | $1,318,500 +3.9% |
| 2010 | $20,907 -0.1% | $1,268,600 -13.1% |
| 2009 | $20,923 +45.6% | $1,459,100 +38.4% |
| 2008 | $14,369 -1% | $1,054,200 -6.6% |
| 2007 | $14,515 +7.1% | $1,128,700 +1.5% |
| 2006 | $13,556 +11.9% | $1,112,100 +3.6% |
| 2005 | $12,115 +9.2% | $1,073,100 +17.2% |
| 2004 | $11,097 +0.1% | $915,600 +11.7% |
| 2003 | $11,084 +3% | $819,800 |
| 2002 | $10,764 +7.2% | $819,800 +24.5% |
| 2000 | $10,039 +12.3% | $658,300 +30.2% |
| 1995 | $8,939 | $505,600 |
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Neighborhood: 01907
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- 6/10Swampscott Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.1 mi
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