Perched high and dry above the sea, this sweet cottage offers an opportunity for single family home ownership without the restrictions & fees of a condo. SO many completed updates & improvements! Newly installed eat-in kitchen, and stylish 3/4 bath, hardwood flrs. Other recent updates include electrical, heating, water heater, windows, roof, driveway: ALL done! All that's left to do is to consider the expansion possibilities, which could include add'l 2nd flr space & deck w/views. Walkout basement originally served as in law apartment-kitchen&bath connections still exist, but await your updates. Ample parking for 2 vehicles, plus small outdoor area for seating/dining. Beautiful beaches and town parks all within a few steps, are yours to enjoy anytime. NO flood insurance required. Stop wasting your money on an expensive rental, or high condo fees - this is a rare opportunity to own your little piece of seaside heaven.
Sold for $585,000
$585,000
54 Colby Way, Nahant, MA 01908
2beds
1,476sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
1,481 Square Feet Lot
$588,100 Zestimate®
$396/sqft
$2,774 Estimated rent
Home value
$588,100
$535,000 - $647,000
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Sweet cottageIn law apartmentNewly installed eat-in kitchenHardwood flrsWalkout basement
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Listed by:
Lisa Scourtas 617-538-2400,
RE/MAX Beacon 781-631-2330
Bought with:
Jill Montoni
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73410380
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Exterior Access
- Level: Basement
Bathroom 1
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main,First
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
- Level: Main,First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
- Level: Main,First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
- Level: Main,First
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
- Laundry: First Floor
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Dining Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,476
- Total interior livable area: 1,476 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,158
- Finished area below ground: 318
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Ocean, Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean,Sound,Water
- Waterfront features: Ocean, Sound, Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach
Lot
- Size: 1,481 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 2063104
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Nahant
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $396/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $436,800
- Annual tax amount: $3,997
- Date on market: 12/30/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/16/2025 | Sold | $585,000+1%$396/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73410380 Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2025 | Contingent | $579,000$392/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73410380 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $579,000+31.9%$392/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73410380 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2019 | Listing removed | $439,000$297/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Advantage Real Estate #72491892 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2019 | Listed for sale | $439,000+99.5%$297/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Advantage Real Estate #72491892 Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2013 | Sold | $220,000-12%$149/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2009 | Listing removed | $250,000$169/sqft |
Source: NRT NewEngland #70905617 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2009 | Listed for sale | $250,000$169/sqft |
Source: NRT NewEngland #70905617 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,997 +9.8% | $436,800 +8.8% |
| 2024 | $3,641 +5.1% | $401,400 +5.3% |
| 2023 | $3,464 | $381,100 |
| 2022 | $3,464 -0.1% | $381,100 +15.4% |
| 2021 | $3,469 +5.3% | $330,100 +9.9% |
| 2020 | $3,294 +13.6% | $300,300 +13% |
| 2019 | $2,900 +9.4% | $265,800 +2.7% |
| 2018 | $2,652 -2.1% | $258,700 |
| 2017 | $2,709 +9.9% | $258,700 +10.4% |
| 2016 | $2,466 +3.8% | $234,400 +7.7% |
| 2015 | $2,376 +1.5% | $217,600 +2.5% |
| 2014 | $2,342 +2.7% | $212,300 |
| 2013 | $2,280 +1.8% | $212,300 |
| 2012 | $2,240 +5.5% | $212,300 |
| 2011 | $2,123 +2% | $212,300 -3.9% |
| 2010 | $2,081 -5.8% | $220,900 -14.7% |
| 2009 | $2,208 -10.8% | $258,900 -12.9% |
| 2008 | $2,476 +4.3% | $297,200 -11% |
| 2007 | $2,375 +4.6% | $334,000 +6.9% |
| 2006 | $2,271 -0.3% | $312,400 +7.8% |
| 2005 | $2,278 +6.4% | $289,800 +14.3% |
| 2004 | $2,140 +6% | $253,500 +14.6% |
| 2003 | $2,018 +8.3% | $221,300 +53.3% |
| 2000 | $1,864 +15.6% | $144,400 +16.1% |
| 1996 | $1,612 | $124,400 |
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Neighborhood: 01908
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Johnson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Lynn Vocational Technical InstituteGrades: PK-3,5-12Distance: 3 mi
- 4/10Fredrick Douglass Collegiate AcademyGrades: 9-11Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Johnson
- Middle: Swampscott Ms
- High: Swampscott Hs
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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- Massachusetts
- Essex County
- Nahant
- 01908
- 54 Colby Way
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