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Swampscott, MA

35 min to Boston

"North Shore beach access without Marblehead's pretension"

Median Price
$735,000
$418/sqft
Schools
6.6/10
Average
Appreciation
3.4/10
Growth Potential
Commute
35 min
to Boston

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What Drives Prices in Swampscott

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Decomposition 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%)
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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
πŸ–οΈ Fish Beach and beautiful coastline
🌊 Ocean views without yacht club fees
🏑 Mix of beach cottages and family homes
πŸ’° Better value than Marblehead

Who It's For

βœ“ Great for
  • β€’Beach lovers seeking value
  • β€’Families wanting North Shore access
  • β€’Those who love water but not sailing culture
  • β€’Buyers seeking coastal character
⚠ Consider elsewhere if
  • β€’You need quick Boston commute (35+ min)
  • β€’You want prestige of Marblehead
  • β€’You prefer urban density

Schools

6.6
Average
out of 10 Β· K–12 composite
School details & private schools

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

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