Delightful 2 bedroom cottage just a few minutes from Vinnin Square and ocean beaches. The wrap-around enclosed porch is so inviting you will want to sit down, relax and enjoy quiet time. The first floor offers an eat-in kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, half bath, formal dining room with built-in china cabinet, and comfortable living room both with hardwood floors. The second floor has an open landing at the top of the stairs offering a nice spot for a desk, comfy chair or reading nook. The primary bedroom has two closets and the 2nd bedroom is good sized . Storage is plentiful in the basement, outdoor closet/shed and under the porch for yard equipment. The property straddles two streets with frontage on Roy Street and parking area on Jessie Street. This is such a nice offering and just needs a bit of TLC. Get into Swampscott with this adorable home and at a great price!
Sold for $500,000
$500,000
72 Roy St, Swampscott, MA 01907
2beds
1,091sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
3,441 Square Feet Lot
$575,600 Zestimate®
$458/sqft
$3,350 Estimated rent
Home value
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Yard equipmentJessie streetFormal dining roomHardwood floorsOutdoor closetStainless steel appliancesHalf bath
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Listed by:
Carol St. Pierre 978-578-1922,
Tache Real Estate, Inc. 978-745-2004
Bought with:
Hazel Santana
Hadassah Homes, Inc.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73227472
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Heating
- Steam, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,091
- Total interior livable area: 1,091 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed
Lot
- Size: 3,441 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:0007 B:0074 L:0,2166422
- Zoning: A3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Swampscott
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $458/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $466,300
- Annual tax amount: $5,474
- Date on market: 1/6/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/28/2024 | Sold | $500,000+6.4%$458/sqft |
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| 4/29/2024 | Contingent | $469,900$431/sqft |
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| 4/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $469,900+118.6%$431/sqft |
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| 10/9/2009 | Sold | $215,000-9.5%$197/sqft |
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| 8/23/2009 | Price change | $237,500-4.6%$218/sqft |
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| 8/15/2009 | Price change | $249,000-0.4%$228/sqft |
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| 7/16/2009 | Price change | $249,900-3.8%$229/sqft |
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| 6/9/2009 | Price change | $259,900-1.9%$238/sqft |
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| 5/16/2009 | Price change | $265,000-1.8%$243/sqft |
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| 3/18/2009 | Price change | $269,900-3.6%$247/sqft |
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| 2/28/2009 | Listed for sale | $279,900+123.9%$257/sqft |
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| 10/6/2008 | Sold | $125,000-53.7%$115/sqft |
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| 2/28/2008 | Sold | $270,000+0%$247/sqft |
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| 9/3/2004 | Sold | $269,900+92.8%$247/sqft |
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| 9/3/1998 | Sold | $140,000$128/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,717 -1.3% | $498,400 -1.1% |
| 2024 | $5,792 +5.8% | $504,100 +8.1% |
| 2023 | $5,474 | $466,300 |
| 2022 | $5,474 +10.2% | $466,300 +29.5% |
| 2021 | $4,969 -0.6% | $360,100 +3% |
| 2020 | $5,001 -1.6% | $349,700 +4.6% |
| 2019 | $5,081 -0.5% | $334,300 +4.8% |
| 2018 | $5,106 +1.4% | $319,100 +10.6% |
| 2017 | $5,034 +7.9% | $288,500 +7.2% |
| 2016 | $4,665 +1% | $269,200 |
| 2015 | $4,617 +13.7% | $269,200 +24% |
| 2014 | $4,060 -0.7% | $217,100 |
| 2013 | $4,090 +2.1% | $217,100 -2.5% |
| 2012 | $4,005 +6.6% | $222,600 -1.6% |
| 2011 | $3,757 -20.4% | $226,300 -20.9% |
| 2010 | $4,717 +27.2% | $286,200 +10.7% |
| 2009 | $3,708 +2.1% | $258,600 -2.9% |
| 2008 | $3,630 +2.5% | $266,300 -3.3% |
| 2007 | $3,543 +8.2% | $275,500 +2.5% |
| 2006 | $3,275 +16.8% | $268,700 +8.2% |
| 2005 | $2,803 +4.5% | $248,300 +12.2% |
| 2004 | $2,682 +2.4% | $221,300 +14.2% |
| 2003 | $2,620 +2.9% | $193,800 |
| 2002 | $2,545 +30.2% | $193,800 +51.3% |
| 2000 | $1,954 -0.1% | $128,100 +15.8% |
| 1995 | $1,955 | $110,600 |
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Neighborhood: 01907
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- 6/10Swampscott Middle SchoolGrades: PK,5-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 8/10Swampscott High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Swampscott Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.5 mi
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