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$589,900

38 Puritan Rd Swampscott, MA 01907

3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,540 sqft
0.1 acres
$383 / sqft
House

Property details

About 38 Puritan Rd

38 Puritan Road is nestled in one of Swampscott’s most desirable seaside neighborhoods. Just moments from the Beach, this character-filled 3 bed, 1.5 bath home offers endless potential for a buyer or investor with vision. The main level features a spacious living room, welcoming foyer, and a formal dining room that could be converted into a first-floor bedroom and a half bath. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and a laundry room with the flexibility to become a bedroom or office and a full bath. With a newer heating system, some updated windows, and a tiered deck offering coastal views, this home presents a rare chance to reimagine and restore a classic just steps from the sand. Showings Showings begin at the commuter open house Thursday, July 10th 5:00pm-6:30pm, Saturday 12th &13th 11:00am-1:00pm.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
Size1,540 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.11 Acres
Year built1865
ParkingOff Street, Stone/Gravel
MLS #73401270
WaterfrontWaterfront, Ocean Front
FireplaceLiving Room

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Parking: Off Street, Stone/Gravel
  • Waterfront: Waterfront, Ocean Front
  • Exterior: Porch, Deck - Composite, Covered Patio/Deck, Balcony
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $589,900
  • Price/SqFt: $383
  • Annual Tax Amount: $7,643
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Corner Lot, Level
  • Directions: Humphrey Street to Marshall St, 38 Puritan is on corner of Marshall & Puritan.
  • Year Built: 1865
  • Living Area: 1,540 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.11 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73401270
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
  • Office Phone: (978) 993-3600
  • Listing Agent: Hope Addorisio

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 10, 1993
Home Sold
$180,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$665,200$7,643
2023$612,500$7,191
2022$528,800$6,785
2021$474,500$6,548
2020$470,900$6,734
2019$436,200$6,630

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Hadley

Public District KG-4

0.5 mi

24 Redington St

6

Stanley

Public District KG-4

0.6 mi

10 Whitman Rd

4

Clarke

Public District KG-4

0.7 mi

100 Middlesex Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $74,588. The most common annual income of people living in Swampscott, MA is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

28%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
12%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

50%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • NordstromNordstrom
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • MazdaMazda
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • RockRock
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 38 Puritan Rd

The listing price of 38 Puritan Rd property is $589,900.

The property 38 Puritan Rd is a house located in Swampscott, Massachusetts, 01907.

Active Listing: 38 Puritan Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 38 Puritan Rd are: Hadley (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Stanley (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Clarke (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Swampscott Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Thurgood Marshall Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Pickering Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Swampscott High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Lynn English High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Kipp Academy Lynn Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $7,643 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on December 10, 1993 for $180,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 38 Puritan Rd has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 38 Puritan Rd is 1,540 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 38 Puritan Rd is 1865.

This home is located at 38 Puritan Rd in Swampscott, MA and zip code 01907. This 1,540 square foot home, which was built in 1865, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $589,900.

While more than 12 listings in Swampscott, MA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 0 listings sold at asking price, and more than 6 were sold below. The number of listings in Swampscott, MA increased by 12.5% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 17 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $750,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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