Waterfront - Golf Course
Address
51 Cliff Street, Nahant, MA
Price
$ 3,750,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#73398131
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyESSEX
- CityNahant
- NeighborhoodEast Point-Big Nahant
- Zip01908
- StyleQueen Anne
- Year Built1898
- Price$ 3,750,000
- Bedrooms8
- Full Bathrooms8
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage7792
- Lot Size1.93 Acres
Data Source:
Massachusetts MLS Property Info Network (MLSPIN)
Property Description
Rare opportunity to own one of Nahant's most distinguished estate properties, including shared ownership of Nahant's most beautiful private beach. Set on more than two beautifully landscaped acres, this grand Queen Anne residence offers a remarkable combination of scale, privacy, and architectural significance.The 8-bedroom, 9-bath home features expansive living and entertaining spaces, soaring ceilings, 11 fireplaces, and multiple en-suite bedrooms ideally suited for extended family and guests. Two separate apartments provide exceptional flexibility for in-law accommodations, au pair quarters, guest suites, or income-producing opportunities. Designed by the renowned Olmsted firm, the estate grounds showcase a pergola, elegant red brick balustrades, terracotta urns, sweeping lawns, and mature landscaping that create a setting of timeless beauty and distinction. The property's generous acreage and impressive footprint offer a rare opportunity to restore, personalize, and elevate a truly significant residence.Shared ownership of Nahant's most beautiful private beach is a rare privilege, offering an exceptional setting for swimming, boating, paddleboarding, and waterfront gatherings. The beach enjoys sweeping views across the harbor to the Boston skyline, while a nearby mooring opportunity enhances the property's appeal for boating enthusiasts. Located in Nahant, a picturesque peninsula community just minutes from Boston, 51 Cliff Street combines estate-scale grounds, architectural character, private beach ownership, and a coastal lifestyle rarely available on the North Shore.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/29/2025 | Listed $4,495,000 |
| 10/9/2025 | 12$3,995,000 |
| 4/28/2026 | 7$3,750,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Natural Gas,Fireplace(s),Fireplace |
| Cooling | None |
| Appliances | Gas Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Range Hood,Gas Cooktop |
| Zoning | R1 |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Patio |
| Architectural Style | Queen Anne |
| Construction Materials | Frame,Vertical Siding |
| Year Built | 1898 |
| View | Scenic View(s) |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Parcel Number | 2062503 |
| Waterfront Features | Ocean,Direct Access,Walk to,0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach,Beach Ownership(Private,Deeded Rights) |
| Community Features | Public Transportation,Tennis Court(s),Park,Golf,Conservation Area,House of Worship,Marina,Public School |
| County | Essex |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | Yes |
| Subdivision Name | East Point/Big Nahant |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Waterview | Yes |
| Total Rooms | 27 |
| Full Baths | 8 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Nahant Road,Right on Cliff Street |
| City | Nahant |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 84240 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Year Built Details | Actual |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Primary Bedroom Level | Second |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Owner |
| Certified Treated | Unknown |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Open Floorplan,Wainscoting,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Recessed Lighting,Bathroom - 3/4,Closet,Dining Area,Country Kitchen,Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Entry Hall,Gallery,Ho |
|---|---|
| Basement | Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Garage Access |
| Flooring | Tile,Carpet,Hardwood,Other,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet |
| Total Fireplaces | 11 |
| Fireplace Features | Dining Room,Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Bedroom,Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove |
| Kitchen Level | Main,First |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | No |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Window Features | Window(s) - Picture |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 7792 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 8 |
| Living Room Level | Main,First |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Record |
| Kitchen Features | Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Applian |
| Total Baths | 9 |
| Primary Bathroom Features | Yes |
| Living Room Features | Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Wainscoting |
| Bedroom 4 Features | Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Picture,Wainscoting |
| Bedroom 3 Features | Bathroom - Full,Fireplace,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Wainscoting |
| Bedroom 2 Features | Bathroom - 3/4,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Dressing Room,Wainscoting |
| Dining Room Features | Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Wainscoting,Lighting - Pendant,Decorative Molding |
| Kitchen Area | 188.65 |
| Kitchen Length | 24.5 |
| Kitchen Width | 7.7 |
| Primary on Main | 342 |
| Second Bedroom Length | 19 |
| Second Bedroom Width | 18 |
| Bedroom 3 Area | 178.2 |
| Bedroom 3 Length | 16.2 |
| Bedroom 3 Width | 11 |
| Bedroom 4 Area | 193.2 |
| Bedroom 4 Length | 14 |
| Bedroom 4 Width | 13.8 |
| Dining Room Area | 20.5 |
| Dining Room Width | 18 |
| Family Room Area | 321 |
| Family Room Length | 30 |
| Living Room Area | 363.3 |
| Living Room Length | 21 |
| Living Room Width | 17.3 |
| Primary Bedroom Area | 420 |
| Primary Bedroom Features | Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - 3/4,Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Picture,Dressing Ro |
| Primary Bedroom Length | 35 |
| Primary Bedroom Width | 12 |
| Family Room Width | 10.7 |
| Family Room Level | Main,First |
| Family Room Features | Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Lighting - Pendant |
| Dining Room Level | Main,First |
| Dining Room Area | 369 |
| Bedroom 5 Width | 11.6 |
| Bedroom 5 Level | Third |
| Bedroom 5 Length | 13 |
| Bedroom 5 Features | Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting |
| Bedroom 5 Area | 150.799999999 |
| Bedroom 4 Level | Third |
| Bedroom 3 Level | Second |
| Second Bedroom Level | Second |
| Bathroom 1 Level | Second |
| Bathroom 2 Level | Second |
| Bathroom 3 Level | Second |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Patio,Stone Wall |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Attached,Under,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved |
| Lot Features | Corner Lot,Gentle Sloping,Level |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 10 |
| Lot Size Area | 1.93 |
| Foundation Details | Stone,Other |
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 7792 |
| Lot Size Acres | 1.93 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Covered Spaces | 2 |
| Road Frontage Type | Public |
| Road Responsibility | Public Maintained Road |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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