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5 Cottage St Nahant — Photo 1 of 42

Recent Drop: $28,000

$1,777,000
$1,749,000

$1,749,000

Investment Analysis — 5 Cottage St

Nahant, MA 01908

Based on HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent for Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area, a 5-bedroom in 01908 carries an estimated $3,430/mo in gross rent — about a 1.25% cap rate and $21,812/yr in estimated NOI at the $1,749,000 list price. Adjust every assumption in the calculator below.

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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.

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.

Estimates — not financial advice

These figures are illustrative estimates for informational purposes only — not an appraisal, valuation, or guarantee of rent, income, or returns, and not financial, tax, or investment advice. Rent is either the figure reported on the MLS listing — in-place rent that may differ from market and is not verified against the actual leases — or, where the listing reports none, an estimate from HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, a government benchmark that may differ from actual market rent. Each figure is labelled with its source. Cap rate, NOI, and returns depend on the assumptions shown, which you can change. MLS and other third-party data may be inaccurate or out of date. Verify all figures independently and consult your own financial, tax, and legal advisors before making any investment decision.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$1,777,000
Annual Taxes$9,470

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street6

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms10
Fireplaces1
FlooringTile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
BasementFull, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Climate & Utilities

HeatingDuctless
CoolingDuctless
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofRubber, Asphalt/Composition Shingles
FoundationConcrete Perimeter, Block, Stone
ZoningR2

Property & Lot

Acres0.46
SqFt Lot19,907
Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping

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

Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4Bathroom 3
First
Living RoomDining RoomBathroom 2
Basement
Family RoomBedroom 5Bathroom 1
Main,First
Kitchen
Living Room
Lvl First

24 x 11.833333333

Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room
Lvl First

16.083333333 x 11.166666666

Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Slider

Kitchen
Lvl Main,First

Flooring - 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 Basement

Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Master Bedroom
Lvl Second

Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 4
Lvl Second

Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom 5
Lvl Basement

20.166666666 x 10.416666666

Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Bathroom 1
Lvl Basement

7.916666666 x 6.666666666

Bathroom - 3/4, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom 2
Lvl First

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom 3
Lvl Second

12 x 5

Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Property History

Price Drop
$1,749,000

Was $1,777,000

Jun 12, 2026

MLS® 73506019

Listed
$1,777,000

Apr 23, 2026

MLS® 73506019

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Tish Lentine

Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty Evolution

MLS® Number: 73506019