Active
55 Days on market
42 Flash Rd Nahant — Photo 1 of 41

42 Flash Rd Nahant — Photo 1 of 41

Recent Drop: $51,000

$850,000
$799,000

$799,000

42 Flash Rd, Nahant, MA 01908

Nahant, MA 01908

Beds

3

Baths

1

SqFt

1,431

Style

Single Family

Built

1890

Welcome home to a classic 1890 Antique Colonial in "Big" Nahant. The wraparound porch gives it that quintessential New England presence, set behind mature shade trees and a brick front walk. Inside, the home offers 1,784 square feet of living space across three levels, three bedrooms, one bath, and six total rooms, with a finished lower level for extra living space. A spacious one-car garage on a 7,362-square-foot lot. Enjoy the lifestyle and coastal charm in Nahant—New England's best-kept secret, just 14 miles from Boston and minutes from Logan Airport. Nestled on a rocky peninsula northeast of the city, this town has a rare, almost island-like atmosphere. Its laid-back community and classic New England charm blend natural beauty with city convenience, all within easy reach of the airport and downtown. Every home has a story and this much beloved house, in the same family for over 50 years, is waiting for it's next chapter! There is space on the lot to add additional parking-see photo

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$558/sqft
Local Avg (Nahant)$588/sqft
5% BelowMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 15 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Nahant, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$850,000
Annual Taxes$6,429

Parking

Garage1
Off-Street1

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms8
FireplacesNone
FlooringVinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
BasementFull, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Oil
CoolingNone
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--
RoofShingle
FoundationStone
ZoningR2

Property & Lot

Acres0.17
SqFt Lot7,362
Lot FeaturesCorner Lot

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Dishwasher • Disposal • Refrigerator

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchen
Basement
Family Room
Living Room
Lvl First
Dining Room
Lvl First
Kitchen
Lvl First
Family Room
Lvl Basement
Master Bedroom
Lvl Second
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

Property History

Price Drop
$799,000

Was $850,000

Aug 22, 2026

MLS® 73551163

Listed
$850,000

Jul 16, 2026

MLS® 73551163

Population

3,325

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$113K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

21.1%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Essex County

992 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-15% vs the prior 12 months) — 515 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 716 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,431 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 7,362 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Linda Hayes

Listing Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

MLS® Number: 73551163

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