For sale

Price cut: $20K (9/22)

$679,000

8 Minerva St, Swampscott, MA 01907

3beds

1,271sqft

$4,629/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1890

5,001 Square Feet Lot

$668,300 Zestimate^®

$534/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Cute backyardPractical mudroomSunlit roomsGleaming wood floors

Adorable Swampscott home that blends charm, warmth, and thoughtful updates throughout. This lovingly maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath property features gleaming wood floors, a bright and inviting three-season porch, and a practical mudroom that keeps everyday living effortless. The layout feels cozy yet functional, with sunlit rooms and meticulous care evident in every detail. A separate guest house adds incredible flexibility—perfect for visitors, a home office, studio, or private retreat. Outside, a cute backyard offers just the right amount of green space for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining. And with the Swampscott train station nearby, commuting to Boston is a breeze. A rare combination of character, convenience, and bonus space, this home truly has that “feel-good” charm buyers fall in love with.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
Level: Second

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
Level: Second

Bedroom 3

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
Level: Second

Primary bathroom

Features: No

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full
Level: First

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall
Level: Second

Dining room

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
Level: Main,First

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Laminate, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances
Level: Main,First

Living room

Features: Flooring - Wood
Level: Main,First

Heating

Baseboard

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor

Features

Mud Room
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Basement: Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,271
Total interior livable area: 1,271 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,271
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem
Uncovered spaces: 4

Features

Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Guest House
Waterfront features: Ocean, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)

Lot

Size: 5,001 Square Feet
Features: Level

Details

Additional structures: Guest House
Parcel number: 2167006
Zoning: A-2

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1890

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Public School, T-Station

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Swampscott

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $534/sqft
Tax assessed value: $636,900
Annual tax amount: $7,643
Date on market: 9/4/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$668,300

$635,000 - $702,000

$3,144/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/22/2026	Price change	$679,000-2.9%$534/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73570348 Report a problem
9/1/2026	Listed for sale	$699,000+41.2%$550/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73570348 Report a problem
8/24/2021	Sold	$495,000+52.3%$389/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/5/2015	Sold	$325,000-3.5%$256/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/20/2015	Pending sale	$336,900$265/sqft
Source: Re-Bound Properties #71774714 Report a problem
5/12/2015	Listed for sale	$336,900-0.9%$265/sqft
Source: Re-Bound Properties #71774714 Report a problem
1/24/2015	Listing removed	$339,890$267/sqft
Source: Lokos Realty Report a problem
1/4/2015	Price change	$339,890-2.9%$267/sqft
Source: Lokos Realty Report a problem
12/8/2014	Price change	$349,900+2.9%$275/sqft
Source: Lokos Realty Report a problem
11/24/2014	Listed for sale	$339,890+47.8%$267/sqft
Source: Lokos Realty Report a problem
8/7/2014	Sold	$230,000$181/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$7,147 +3%	$623,100 +3.2%
2024	$6,940 +6.7%	$604,000 +9%
2023	$6,506	$554,200
2022	$6,506 +30.9%	$554,200 +53.9%
2021	$4,971 -0.4%	$360,200 +3.2%
2020	$4,989 -1.2%	$348,900 +5%
2019	$5,052 -0.5%	$332,400 +4.8%
2018	$5,077 +4.9%	$317,300 +14.4%
2017	$4,841 +3.8%	$277,400 +3.1%
2016	$4,664 +1.1%	$269,100
2015	$4,615 -2.8%	$269,100 +5.9%
2014	$4,750 -0.7%	$254,000
2013	$4,785 +0.5%	$254,000 -4%
2012	$4,762 +6.4%	$264,700 -1.9%
2011	$4,477 +3.6%	$269,700 +2.9%
2010	$4,321 -0.1%	$262,200 -13.1%
2009	$4,326 -0.3%	$301,700 -5.2%
2008	$4,337 +2.8%	$318,200 -3%
2007	$4,218 +8.5%	$328,000 +2.8%
2006	$3,889 +26.2%	$319,000 +16.9%
2005	$3,081 -0.9%	$272,900 +6.4%
2004	$3,108 +6%	$256,400 +18.2%
2003	$2,932 +2.9%	$216,900
2002	$2,848 +25.9%	$216,900 +46.2%
2000	$2,263 +5.4%	$148,400 +22.1%
1995	$2,148	$121,500