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Swampscott 01907
280 Forest Avenue
$815,000
● House - Off Market

280 Forest Avenue

Swampscott, MA 01907
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
1,785 Ft²
$4,640
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Ideally situated on a corner lot, this lovely ranch-style home is designed for comfortable living and easy entertaining. The fireplaced living room opens to the dining area, while the recently updated kitchen is bright, spacious, and thoughtfully outfitted with an office alcove. The primary suite features a private bath with a jacuzzi and an attractive beadboard ceiling, creating a tranquil vibe. The two additional bedrooms are generously sized, offering hardwood floors and abundant natural light. Overlooking the backyard and inground swimming pool, the sunroom offers a versatile space that could easily serve as a home office or playroom.. The finished basement provides ample flex space and includes a convenient shower area-perfect after a swim or a day at the beach. Additional highlights include a two-car attached garage with direct access to the house, central a/c, and a newer furnace and hot water heater. The house is within moments to both Swampscott Middle and Elementary Schools.
Unit Size
1,785 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.27 acres
Price per sqft
$448
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$716
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1952

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Last updated: 4 months ago (MLSPIN #73498540)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Jun 3, 2026 Sold
Sold
Apr 15, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Apr 8, 2026 Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead $799,000
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead
Jul 17, 1992 Sold
Sold

Property Highlights

Garage
Parking Available
Air Conditioning
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1952
  • Effective Year Built: 1952
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 5
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Building Condition: 3
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 6
  • Building Style: 11
  • Exterior Walls Type: 19
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 1
  • Roof Cover Type: 15
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 3
  • Basement Area: 1,980
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 11,848
  • Total Building Area: 1,785
  • Gross Building Area: 4,110
  • Building Area: 1,785
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 10
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,785
  • Heating Fuel Type: 6

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Land Acres: 0000000272
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 101

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Swampscott School District
  • School Tax School District: SWAMPSCOTT SD
  • Census Tract: 202200

Zoning

  • Zoning: A2

Geography

  • Parcel: SWAM M:0020 B:0329 L:0
  • Block: 329
  • Municipality: SWAMPSCOTT
  • Latitude: 42.4733
  • Longitude: -70.9056

    Address

  • Full Address: 280 Forest Ave
  • Address - House Number: 280
  • Address - Street Name: Forest
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Swampscott
  • Carrier Code: C013
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2244
  • Zip Code: 01907

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $759,500

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1683
  • Valuation Date: Jan 17, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 78
  • Final Value: 765,776
  • High Value: 894,682
  • Low Value: 636,870

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $646,900
  • Assessed Land Value: $319,600
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $327,300

    Sales

  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jul 17, 1992
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 27
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When was property at 280 Forest Avenue built and last sold?
The property at 280 Forest Avenue was built in 1952 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $185,000.
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