Median Price
$735,000
$418/sqft
Schools
6.6/10
Average
Appreciation
3.4/10
Growth Potential
Commute
35 min
to Boston
Live Market Snapshot
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View all 6 sales$1,430,000
Curated Median
6
Total Sales on Record
$805,000–2,400,000
Price Range
Well Under Median
$805,000
2 Ellis Ter
3bd2ba2,126 sqft
$379/sqftInvalid Date
Well Under Median
$989,900
29 Edgehill Rd
4bd4ba2,908 sqft
$340/sqftInvalid Date
At Median
$1,225,000
11 Laurel Rd
3bd3ba2,757 sqft
$444/sqftInvalid Date
At Median
$1,635,000
26 Forest Ave
4bd4ba3,772 sqft
$433/sqftInvalid Date
Over Median
$1,700,000
110 Galloupes Point Rd
3bd3ba3,731 sqft
$456/sqftInvalid Date
Well Over Median
$2,400,000
128 Ocean Ave
4bd3ba3,089 sqft
$777/sqftInvalid Date
What Drives Prices in Swampscott
Full breakdownDecomposition of the $735,000 median price into its underlying components.
Land Value$129,184 (18%)
Structure & Quality$516,737 (70%)
School Premium$38,755 (5%)
Access & Commute Premium$89,008 (12%)
Prestige & Stability Premium-$38,684 (-5%)
900
School Value Score
930
Overall Value Score
The Swampscott Vibe
North Shore beach town adjacent to Marblehead but more accessible. Beautiful coastline, Fish Beach, and ocean views without the yacht club exclusivity. Family-friendly with character.
Swampscott gives you North Shore beaches without Marblehead prices or attitude. It's the friendly beach town where locals actually use Fish Beach and neighbors wave hello.
Highlights
🏖️ Fish Beach and beautiful coastline
🌊 Ocean views without yacht club fees
🏡 Mix of beach cottages and family homes
💰 Better value than Marblehead
Who It's For
✓ Great for
- •Beach lovers seeking value
- •Families wanting North Shore access
- •Those who love water but not sailing culture
- •Buyers seeking coastal character
⚠ Consider elsewhere if
- •You need quick Boston commute (35+ min)
- •You want prestige of Marblehead
- •You prefer urban density
Demographics
Population15,100
Median Age44
Median Household Income$130,000
Work from Home20.5%
Professional Sector66.7%
Insider Tips
- 1.Fisherman's Beach (Fish Beach) is the social center in summer
- 2.Humphrey Street is the main drag
- 3.Commuter rail access via Lynn