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262 Essex StSwampscott, MA 01907

For Sale

$720,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $1,900

First-time homebuyers, take notice! This spacious home offers an exceptional opportunity to build equity while making it your own. Featuring four bedrooms, one-and-a-half baths, and three levels of living space, the home boasts generously proportioned rooms, high ceilings, abundant closet space, beautiful hardwood floors, and ceiling fans throughout.Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will appreciate the rare stone garage, offering parking for up to three vehicles, a dedicated workshop, and an attached screened room. Situated on a generous 13,000+ square-foot lot, the property also provides plenty of open yard space for outdoor activities, gardening, and entertaining. Conveniently located approximately an eight-minute walk from the commuter rail, one block from Swampscott High School, and about a mile from Vinnin Square, this home combines space, potential, and accessibility in a desirable location.

Last updated September 15, 2026

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Source: MLSPin #73576674

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodSwampscott
  • Bedrooms4
  • Bathrooms2
  • Days on Prevu1
  • Taxes$8,370/year
  • Size1,998 sqft
  • Price per sqft$360

Amenities

  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

09/14/2026
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$720,000
  1. 09/14/2026$720,000
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Property Details for 262 Essex St

Association

Amenities

  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks

Exterior

Construction

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Storage, Garden

Features

  • Other Structures: Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Patio, Porch
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean Front

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 1,998
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Frontage Length: 50
  • Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.32
  • Lot Size Area: 0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 13,726
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 2166917
  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,370.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $697,500.00
  • Tax Year: 2026

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl

Measurements

  • Living Area: 1,998

Rooms

  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Rooms Total: 8

Parking

Parking

  • Covered Spaces: 3
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 5
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved, Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop In Garage, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Off Street, Driveway
  • Parking Total: 8

Schools

Elementary School

  • Elementary School: Swampscott

High School

  • High School: Swampscott

Middle or Junior School

  • Middle Or Junior School: Swampscott

Utilities

Equipment

  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?

There are 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in this single-family home at 262 Essex St.

What schools are nearby to 262 Essex St?

Nearby schools include the Swampscott Elementary School, Swampscott Middle School, and Swampscott High School.

Does this single-family home have parking?

Yes, there are 3 parking spaces available for 262 Essex St.

What are the annual taxes for 262 Essex St?

Annual taxes for this single-family home are estimated at $8,370.

How does 262 Essex St compare to other single-family homes in Swampscott?

This single-family home is listed 71% below the average price for single-family homes in Swampscott and has been on the market for 56 less days than the typical home in this area.

What is the square footage on this single-family home?

According to the MLS, this listing is 1,998 sqft.

262 Essex St is a 4-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home for sale in Swampscott MA 01907. Listed on Prevu for 1 days at $720,000. This property features 1,998 square feet of living space, located in Swampscott. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $897,000. Nearby schools include Swampscott Elementary School, Swampscott Middle School, and Swampscott High School. Additional amenities include private outdoor space and parking. View other single-family home listings in Essex County.

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