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Listing broker remarks

FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY to renovate/expand existing home or build the home of your dreams! Exceptionally well sited 11,624sq' lot sits high above flood plain, yet only a few steps to Short Beach. Unobstructed ocean views from the front, Boston Harbor and skyline views from the back. Existing structure needs some updating, but the land is begging for a creative owner to realize its full potential. With no vacant buildable lots available in the smallest town in MA, this is a cost effective opportunity to have a habitable home w/valuable views while you design and build your dream home on this exclusive site.— RE/MAX Beacon

Key details

  • 1,382 sq ft
  • 11,624 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1955 built
  • $604 / sq ft
  • $6,775 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠3⁠3⁠3⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
17 Mills Terrace
Town
Nahant, MA
ZIP
01908
Deed (Bk/Pg)
B509 / C87582

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Little Nahant

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Neighborhood: Nahant

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.