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179 Beach Bluff Ave

Swampscott, MA 01907

6 beds
7 baths
5,994 sqft
~1 acre lot
$382 per sqft
1900 build
– on site

Opportunity to own an iconic home just steps from one of the North Shore’s top beaches. This grand Victorian sits on a beautifully landscaped 1-acre lot with ocean views from almost every room. Enjoy an incredible pool house, hot tub, outdoor shower, and attached 2-car garage. Timeless architectural detail meets modern comfort, 10' ceilings, rich hardwoods, and 5 fireplaces. A gracious foyer opens to the formal living room with ocean views and access to the wraparound porch. The main level also includes a dining room, sunny family room and eat-in chef’s kitchen. A few steps up, a private bedroom with full bath sits in its own quiet quarters. The expansive primary suite w/ a fireplace, covered porch with breathtaking views, phenomenal walk-in closet, and spa-like bath. The 2nd floor includes an ensuite bedroom, additional bath, and a stunning home office. The 3rd floor has three more bedrooms w/ ocean views. The walk-out lower level offers flexible finished space and spacious mudroom.

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / Haley Paster Scimone / Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jul 16, 2025 •

MLS# 73404916 —

The Building

Year Built:

1900
Year Built Details:

Approximate
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Architectural Style:

Victorian
Roof:

Slate
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Basement:

Partially Finished
Exterior Features:

Porch
Patio And Porch Features:

Porch
Building Area Total:

5994
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Measured

Interior

Rooms Total:

15
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

6

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

5994
Living Area Source:

Measured

Location

Directions:

Atlantic Ave to Beach Bluff Ave. Across from Preston Beach entrance.
Longitude:

-70.881877
Latitude:

42.47815

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Other Structures:

Cabana
Parcel Number:

M:0031 B:0038 L:0,2169364
Zoning:

A1
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

0.92
Lot Size SqFt:

40019
Lot Size Acres:

0.92
View:

Scenic View(s)
View:

true
Waterview:

Yes
Waterview Features:

Ocean
Waterfront:

false
Waterfront Features:

Beach Access
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2025
Tax Annual Amount:

21308
Tax Assessed Value:

1857700

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

6

Baths

Total Baths:

5.5
Total Baths:

7
Full Baths:

4
Half Baths:

3
Master Bath Features:

Yes

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Baseboard
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Gas Water Heater

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Beach Bluff
Community Features:

Shopping
Association:

false
Spa:

true
Spa Features:

Private
Pool Private:

true
Pool Features:

Pool - Inground Heated
Senior Community:

false

Parking

Parking Features:

Attached
Parking Total:

12
Attached Garage:

true
Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

2
Carport:

false
Covered Spaces:

2
Open Parking:

true

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$2,295,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$12,289
Taxes	$1,775
Insurance	$631
Utilities	$458 See report
Total	$15,153/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
7/15/25 Jul 15, 2025	Listed / Active	MLSPIN	$2,295,000	94.7% (13.2% / YR)
5/10/18 May 10, 2018		MLSPIN	$1,178,700	57.2% (2.9% / YR)
12/8/98 Dec 8, 1998		MLSPIN	$750,000

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