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Rare opportunity to own one of Nahant's most distinguished estate properties, including shared ownership of Nahant's most beautiful private beach. Experience the property @ 51Cliff(dotcom). Set on nearly two beautifully landscaped acres, this grand Queen Anne residence offers a remarkable combination of scale, privacy, and architectural significance. The 6 -8 bedroom, 9-bath home features expansive living and entertaining spaces, soaring ceilings, 11 fireplaces, and multiple en-suite bedrooms ideally suited for extended family and guests. Two separate apartments provide exceptional flexibility for in-law accommodations, au pair quarters, guest suites, or income-producing opportunities. Designed by the renowned Olmsted firm, the estate grounds showcase a pergola, elegant red brick balustrades, terracotta urns, sweeping lawns, and mature landscaping that create a setting of timeless beauty and distinction. The property's generous acreage and impressive footprint offer a rare opportunity to restore, personalize, and elevate a truly significant residence. Shared ownership of Nahant's most beautiful private beach is a rare privilege, offering an exceptional setting for swimming, boating, paddleboarding, and waterfront gatherings. The beach enjoys sweeping views across the harbor to the Boston skyline, while a nearby mooring opportunity enhances the property's appeal for boating enthusiasts. Located in Nahant, a picturesque peninsula community just minutes from Boston, 51 Cliff Street combines estate-scale grounds, architectural character, private beach ownership, and a coastal lifestyle rarely available on the North Shore.

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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms6
  • Mls StatusActive
  • Bathroom9
  • Lot Features Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping, Level
  • Parcel Number 2062503
  • Road Frontage DescriptionPaved

Location

  • SubdivisionEast Point/big Nahant
  • Address51 Cliff Street
  • Building Number51
  • CountyEssex
  • StateMA
  • StreetCliff Street
  • TownNahant
  • Zip01908

Property

  • Acreage1.93

Interior

  • Flooring
    • Carpet
    • Flooring - Hardwood
    • Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
    • Hardwood
    • Other
    • Tile
  • Interior Features
    • Accessory Apt.
    • Bathroom - 3/4
    • Bathroom - Full
    • Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
    • Closet
    • Country Kitchen
    • Dining Area
    • Entry Hall
    • Gallery
    • Home Office
    • Lighting - Overhead
    • Lighting - Sconce
    • Live-in Help Quarters
    • Open Floorplan
    • Recessed Lighting
    • Sitting Room
    • Wainscoting

Property Information

  • Square Feet7,792
  • Building Area Source Public Records
  • Living Area 7,792
  • Lot Size Square Feet 84,240
  • Lot Size Units Acres
  • Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road
  • View YN Yes

Other

  • Date Listed06/28/2025
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet
  • View Count7

Tax Information

  • Tax Year 2025

Rooms

  • Bathroom 1 Second,9 x 8.3
  • Bathroom 2 Second,9 x 5.3
  • Bathroom 3 Second,6.8 x 5.6
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 8.5
  • Bedroom 2 Second,19 x 18
  • Bedroom 3 Second,16.2 x 11
  • Bedroom 4 Third,14 x 13.8
  • Bedroom 5 Third,13 x 11.6
  • Dining Room Main, First,20.5 x 18
  • Family Room Main, First,30 x 10.7
  • Full Bath8
  • Half Baths1
  • Kitchen Main, First,24.5 x 7.7
  • Living Room Main, First,21 x 17.3
  • Master Bedroom Second,35
  • Office Main,14.2 x 6

Exterior

  • Exterior Features Patio, Stone Wall

Utilities

  • Heat SystemYes
  • Heating Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Water Source Public

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Conservation Area
    • Golf
    • House of Worship
    • Marina
    • Park
    • Public School
    • Public Transportation
    • Tennis Court(s)
  • Appliances IncludedGas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop

Water Body

  • Miles to Beach0.1
  • Waterfront Features Ocean, Direct Access, Walk to,0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Private, Deeded Rights)

Parking

  • Parking Spaces10
  • Covered Spaces 2
  • Garage YN Yes
  • Open Parking YN Yes
  • Parking Features Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Basic Information

  • List Price$3,498,000
  • MLS Number73398131
  • Modification Date10/23/2026
  • Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence
  • Virtual TourView Tour

Building

  • Attached Garage YN Yes
  • BasementFull, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Garage Access
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • Construction Materials Frame, Vertical Siding
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplace Features
    • Bedroom
    • Dining Room
    • Family Room
    • Living Room
    • Master Bedroom
    • Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
  • Fireplaces Total 11
  • FoundationStone, Other
  • Garage Spaces2
  • Patio And Porch Features Patio
  • Property StyleQueen Anne
  • Rooms27
  • Window Features Window(s) - Picture
  • Year Built1898
  • Year Built Details Actual
  • Year Built Source Owner

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Listed by Annie Wachtel of Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead

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