Perched high on coveted Greenwood Avenue in Swampscott, this enchanting 4-bedroom, 2-bath home captures breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Boston skyline. With a nod to old-world charm, the home blends timeless character—rich woodwork, original moldings, and hardwood floors—with modern comforts. The sun-filled living and dining rooms offers ocean vistas, perfect for morning coffee or sunset gatherings. This lifestyle also spills out onto the screened in side porch and front porch where ocean breezes abound and allow you to embrace a lifestyle of coastal beauty, just moments from sandy beaches, sailing, and Swampscott’s commuter rail to Boston. The third-floor primary suite is a private retreat with its own ensuite bath and tree house style views that provide both privacy and tranquility. This is more than a home—it’s a serene seaside lifestyle with historic elegance and unbeatable views. A rare offering on one of Swampscott’s most picturesque streets.
Sold for $950,000
$950,000
72 Greenwood Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907
4beds
2,181sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1895
4,443 Square Feet Lot
$968,300 Zestimate®
$436/sqft
$5,784 Estimated rent
Home value
$968,300
$881,000 - $1.07M
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Listed by:
Melissa Weinand 781-254-8669,
The Proper Nest Real Estate 781-797-4020,
Judith Toner 781-704-6592
Bought with:
Joe Leonard
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73373917
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Balcony - Exterior
- Level: Third
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Level: Second
Bathroom 2
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar / Nook, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Heating
- Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,181
- Total interior livable area: 2,181 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,181
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Balcony, Fenced Yard, City View(s), Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Water, Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean,Water
- Waterfront features: Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 4,443 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:0004 B:0140 L:0,2165822
- Zoning: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1895
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Swampscott
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $436/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $672,400
- Annual tax amount: $7,712
- Date on market: 12/29/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2025 | Sold | $950,000-4.5%$436/sqft |
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| 5/27/2025 | Contingent | $995,000$456/sqft |
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| 5/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $995,000+116.3%$456/sqft |
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| 7/1/2002 | Sold | $460,000+84.1%$211/sqft |
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| 6/30/1997 | Sold | $249,900+32.2%$115/sqft |
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| 2/26/1993 | Sold | $189,000$87/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,712 -5.2% | $672,400 -5% |
| 2024 | $8,135 +10.2% | $708,000 +12.6% |
| 2023 | $7,380 | $628,600 |
| 2022 | $7,380 +3.3% | $628,600 +21.4% |
| 2021 | $7,143 +2% | $517,600 +5.7% |
| 2020 | $7,001 -1.9% | $489,600 +4.3% |
| 2019 | $7,135 +2.9% | $469,400 +8.4% |
| 2018 | $6,931 -1.4% | $433,200 +7.6% |
| 2017 | $7,027 +0.7% | $402,700 |
| 2016 | $6,979 +1.1% | $402,700 |
| 2015 | $6,906 -5.3% | $402,700 +3.3% |
| 2014 | $7,289 -0.7% | $389,800 |
| 2013 | $7,344 +2.2% | $389,800 -2.5% |
| 2012 | $7,189 +6% | $399,600 -2.2% |
| 2011 | $6,784 +4.4% | $408,700 +3.6% |
| 2010 | $6,500 +3.3% | $394,400 -10.1% |
| 2009 | $6,291 +2.4% | $438,700 -2.7% |
| 2008 | $6,144 -2.1% | $450,800 -7.6% |
| 2007 | $6,274 +7.2% | $487,900 +1.6% |
| 2006 | $5,851 +16.9% | $480,000 +8.3% |
| 2005 | $5,004 +2.5% | $443,200 +10% |
| 2004 | $4,884 +21.5% | $403,000 +35.5% |
| 2003 | $4,021 +3% | $297,400 |
| 2002 | $3,905 +13.5% | $297,400 +31.8% |
| 2000 | $3,440 +31.2% | $225,600 +52.1% |
| 1995 | $2,622 | $148,300 |
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Neighborhood: 01907
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- 6/10Swampscott Middle SchoolGrades: PK,5-8Distance: 0.5 mi
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