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51 Cliff Street

Nahant, MA 01908

8 beds
9 baths
7,792 sqft
~2 acre lot
$576 per sqft
1898 build
– on site

One of the North Shore’s most significant Queen Anne residences, 51 Cliff Street—also known as the George Duncan House—is a stunning Gilded Age estate with ocean views in two directions. Rebuilt in 1898 by British aristocrat Lord Duncan, the last Earl of Camperdown, the nearly two-acre grounds were designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and feature a pergola, red brick balustrades, and terracotta urns. The grand entry hall leads to soaring ceilings, 11 fireplaces, exquisite period details, oversized living spaces, and multiple en-suites. Two separate apartments offer flexibility for guests. The longtime residence of the renowned artist Norman Laliberté, whose works grace the Smithsonian, this coastal retreat includes shared ownership of Nahant’s most beautiful private beach. A rare blend of history, artistry, and seaside elegance.

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / Annie Wachtel / Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 29, 2025 •

MLS# 73398131 —

The Building

Year Built:

1898
Year Built Details:

Actual
Year Built Source:

Owner
Architectural Style:

Queen Anne
Construction Materials:

Frame
Foundation Details:

Stone
Basement:

Full
Exterior Features:

Patio
Window Features:

Window(s) - Picture
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio
Building Area Total:

7792
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Interior Features:

Open Floorplan
Living Room Level:

Main,First
Rooms Total:

27
Living Room Features:

Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Wainscoting
Kitchen Level:

Main,First
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 Appliances, Gas Stove
Dining Room Level:

Main,First
Dining Room Features:

Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Wainscoting, Lighting - Pendant, Decorative Molding
Family Room Level:

Main,First
Family Room Features:

Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant
Office Level:

Main
Office Features:

Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
Flooring:

Tile
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

11
Fireplace Features:

Dining Room

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

7792
Living Area Source:

Public Record
Living Room Area:

363.3
Living Room Length:

21
Living Room Width:

17.3
Kitchen Area:

188.65
Kitchen Length:

24.5
Kitchen Width:

7.7
Dining Room Area:

369
Dining Room Length:

20.5
Dining Room Width:

18
Family Room Area:

321
Family Room Length:

30
Family Room Width:

10.7
Office Area:

85.199999
Office Length:

14.2
Office Width:

6
Bedroom 2 Area:

342
Bedroom 3 Area:

178.2
Bedroom 2 Length:

19
Bedroom 2 Width:

18
Bedroom 3 Length:

16.2
Bedroom 3 Width:

11
Bedroom 4 Area:

193.2
Bedroom 4 Length:

14
Bedroom 4 Width:

13.8
Bedroom 5 Area:

150.799999
Bedroom 5 Length:

13
Bedroom 5 Width:

11.6
Master Bedroom Area:

420
Master Bedroom Length:

35
Master Bedroom Width:

12
Bathroom 1 Area:

74.7
Bathroom 1 Length:

9
Bathroom 1 Width:

8.3
Bathroom 2 Area:

47.699999
Bathroom 2 Length:

9
Bathroom 2 Width:

5.3
Bathroom 3 Area:

38.08
Bathroom 3 Length:

6.8
Bathroom 3 Width:

5.6

Location

Directions:

Nahant Road, Right on Cliff Street
Longitude:

-70.9135
Latitude:

42.420229

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Parcel Number:

2062503
Zoning:

R1
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Features:

Corner Lot
Lot Size Area:

1.8
Lot Size SqFt:

78240
Lot Size Acres:

1.8
View:

Scenic View(s)
View:

true
Waterview:

Yes
Waterview Features:

Ocean
Waterfront:

false
Waterfront Features:

Ocean
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Frontage Type:

Public
Road Responsibility:

Public Maintained Road

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2025
Tax Book Number:

33786

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

8
Master Bedroom Level:

Second
Master 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 Room, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
Bedroom 2 Level:

Second
Bedroom 2 Features:

Bathroom - 3/4, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Dressing Room, Wainscoting
Bedroom 3 Level:

Second
Bedroom 3 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Wainscoting
Bedroom 4 Level:

Third
Bedroom 4 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Wainscoting
Bedroom 5 Level:

Third
Bedroom 5 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting

Baths

Total Baths:

8.5
Total Baths:

9
Full Baths:

8
Half Baths:

1
Bathroom 1 Level:

Second
Bathroom 1 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Bathroom 2 Level:

Second
Bathroom 2 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture
Bathroom 3 Level:

Second
Bathroom 3 Features:

Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Master Bath Features:

Yes

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas
Heating:

true
Cooling:

None
Cooling:

false

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Gas Water Heater

The Community

Subdivision Name:

East Point/Big Nahant
Community Features:

Public Transportation
Association:

false
Spa:

false
Senior Community:

false

Parking

Parking Features:

Attached
Parking Total:

8
Attached Garage:

true
Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

2
Carport:

false
Covered Spaces:

2
Open Parking:

true

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$4,495,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$24,069
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$1,236
Utilities	$543 See report
Total	$25,848/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/28/25 Jun 28, 2025	Listed / Active	MLSPIN	$4,495,000

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