5 Cottage St, Nahant, MA 01908
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$1,749,000
5 Beds
4 Baths
3008 SQFT
0.46 Acre
HOA: N/A

Property Description

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.

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Amenities

  • Conservation Area
  • Golf Course
  • Marina
  • Park
  • Tennis Court

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dining Area, Flooring - Hardwood, Gas Stove, Kitchen Island, Stainless Steel Appliances, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Wine Chiller
  • Dishwasher - ENERGY STAR, Refrigerator - ENERGY STAR, Wall Oven
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16'1"X11'2"
  • Dining Room Level: First Floor
  • Dining Room Features: Exterior Access, Flooring - Hardwood, Slider

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 3
  • Half Baths 1
  • Master Bath: 1
  • Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 7'11"X6'8"
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Basement
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 2 Level: First Floor
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 3 Dimensions: 12X5
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 10
  • Living Room Dimensions: 24X11'10"
  • Living Room Level: First Floor
  • Living Room Features: Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
  • Laundry Room Features: Finished, Full, Interior Access, Walk Out

Utilities

  • Heating: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Heat Zones: 7
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling Zones: 7
  • Electric Info: 200 Amps, Circuit Breakers
  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Prog. Thermostat
  • Utility Connections: Washer Hookup, for Electric Oven, for Gas Range
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Sewer District: SESS

Garage & Parking

  • Parking Features: Improved Driveway, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 6

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 3008
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1875
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Colonial
  • Construction Type: Frame
  • Foundation Info: Concrete Block, Fieldstone, Poured Concrete
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Composition Shingles, Rubber
  • Flooring Type: Engineered Hardwood, Hardwood, Tile
  • Lead Paint: None
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Lot Description: Gentle Slope, Scenic View(s)
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Porch, Storage Shed
  • Road Type: Paved, Public, Publicly Maint.
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73506019
  • Last Updated: 09/06/26
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown
  • Terms: Contract for Deed

Property History tap to expand

Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
06/15/2026Active$1,749,000$581MLSPIN
06/11/2026Price Change$1,749,000$581MLSPIN
04/27/2026Active$1,777,000$591MLSPIN
04/23/2026New$1,777,000$591MLSPIN
05/24/2025Sold$810,000$403MLSPIN
04/24/2025Under Agreement$850,000$423MLSPIN
04/12/2025Contingent$850,000$423MLSPIN
03/23/2025Active$850,000$423MLSPIN
03/19/2025New$850,000$423MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Tish Lentine, Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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