
5 Cottage St Nahant — Photo 1 of 42
Recent Drop: $28,000
$1,749,000
5 Cottage St, Nahant, MA 01908
Nahant, MA 01908
Beds
5
Baths
3.5
SqFt
3,008
Style
Single Family
Built
1875
Seabreezes and sunshine lure you here. Come see, Fall in love, Find home. A rare coastal residence with sophisticated modern styling. Set on nearly half an acre atop a knoll, 5 Cottage St offers ocean views, privacy and an extraordinary sense of place—just minutes from Boston. This beautiful parcel will prove to be a wise investment as if offers further development potential.* One of just 2 homes on a quiet side street, this thoughtfully reimagined 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home pairs soaring 10-foot ceilings, tall windows and an elegant curved staircase with a beautifully renovated interior designed for today's lifestyle. The chef's kitchen is a true centerpiece, featuring a generous island with seating for 5+, extensive custom cabinetry and a premium Thermador appliance suite. You'll be enjoying many family dinners & hosting many guests. The flexible living spaces are not only perfect for entertaining, they also accommodate multigenerational living. Need a private office? It's here. Need an artists studio? It's here. Or a guest retreat? It's here. The expansive front porch and secluded rear patio create effortless spaces for entertaining, playing or simply savoring the ocean air. Outside, Nahant's private beaches, sailing, surfing, Kelly Greens golf and Nahant Country Club tennis are moments away. Boston is remarkably accessible by road or ferry. This home is as close to new construction as possible, taken to framing and completely rebuilt, inside & out. All new exterior. All new interior. All new HVAC, electric & plumbing. New driveway. For those seeking a refined coastal home with character, abundant possibilities and room to live beautifully, 5 Cottage is a rare opportunity. This is coastal living.
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 15 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Nahant, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Gas Water Heater • Oven • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher
Neighborhood
Tennis Court(s) • Park • Golf • Conservation Area • Marina
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First24 x 11.833333333
Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room
Lvl First16.083333333 x 11.166666666
Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Slider
Kitchen
Lvl Main,FirstFlooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Gas Stove
Family Room
Lvl BasementFlooring - Engineered Hardwood
Master Bedroom
Lvl SecondWalk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2
Lvl SecondBedroom 3
Lvl SecondFlooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 4
Lvl SecondFlooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 5
Lvl Basement20.166666666 x 10.416666666
Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
Bathroom 1
Lvl Basement7.916666666 x 6.666666666
Bathroom - 3/4, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 2
Lvl FirstBathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 3
Lvl Second12 x 5
Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Property History
$1,749,000
Was $1,777,000
Jun 12, 2026
MLS® 73506019
$1,777,000
Apr 23, 2026
MLS® 73506019
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: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 3,008 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 19,907 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 Agent: Tish Lentine
Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty Evolution
MLS® Number: 73506019
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