INNOVATE Real Estate
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 2 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 3 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 4 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 5 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 6 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 7 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 8 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 9 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 10 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 11 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 12 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 13 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 14 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 15 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 16 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 17 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 18 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 19 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 20 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 21 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 22 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 23 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 24 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 25 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 26 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 27 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 28 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 29 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 30 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 31 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 32 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 33 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 34 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 35 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 36 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 37 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 38 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 39 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 40 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 41 of 42
Single Family Residence at 51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908, photo 42 of 42
42 photos

$3,498,000

51 Cliff Street, Nahant MA 01908
Nahant, MA 01908
Listed by Annie Wachtel
Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
8.5
Living area
7,792 sqft
Year built
1898

About this home

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.

Highlights

ViewFireplace

Property details

MLS
MLS Property Information Network
MLS #
73398131
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
East Point/Big Nahant
Status
Active
Days on market
480
On market date
June 28, 2025
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
8.5
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
10
Lot size
1.93 acres

Location

Get directions →
Loading map…

Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Johnson
1.05 mi away · Grades -1-6
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
164
Student:teacher ratio
14.9:1
District
Nahant
Middle
Thurgood Marshall Mid
3.59 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,275
Student:teacher ratio
13.6:1
District
Lynn
High
Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High School
3.73 mi away · Grades 6-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
90
Student:teacher ratio
3.5:1
District
Lynn

Walkability

Blended score for Nahant's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

54
Somewhat walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
13.2 / 20 -- Above average walkable
Google Places amenity density
35 / 100
Restaurants & cafes2
Grocery stores0
Parks8
Schools1
Transit stops20
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Nahant, from live MLS data.

On the market 480 days -- 371 more days than Nahant's current average of 109 days.
For reference, the median list price across 36 active listings in Nahant right now is $924,500.

Mortgage calculator

Estimate only - actual rate and payment depend on your lender, credit, and loan program.

$
%
%
Adjust tax / insurance estimates
% / yr
$
/mo
Est. monthly payment
$21,215/mo
$699,600 down
$2,798,400 loan
Principal & interest$18,150
Property tax (est.)$2,915
Home insurance (est.)$150

Similar homes you might like

43 Pleasant St, Nahant MA 01908
$2,899,000
43 Pleasant St, Nahant MA 01908
Nahant, 01908
5 bd·5.5 ba·4,200 sqft
2 days on market
Listed by Lia Carminati
105 Little Nahant Road, Nahant MA 01908
$3,590,000
105 Little Nahant Road, Nahant MA 01908
Nahant, 01908
3 bd·4.5 ba·4,641 sqft
66 days on market
Waterfront
Listed by Judi Moccia
43 Pleasant St, Nahant MA 01908
$2,999,000
43 Pleasant St, Nahant MA 01908
Nahant, 01908
5 bd·5.5 ba·4,200 sqft
87 days on market
Listed by Lia Carminati

Data source: Listing information provided by MLS Property Information Network via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 2 days ago.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.