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Listing broker remarks

Set on over half an acre, this classic Cape offers space, charm, and a yard designed for making memories. The inviting front to back porch creates the perfect place to relax, while the fireplaced living room with exposed beams adds warmth and character. The spacious eat-in kitchen features butcher block countertops, gas cooking, and direct access outdoors. Three bedrooms include a generously sized primary with dual walk-in closets. A full basement provides excellent storage or future potential, and a new septic system is currently being installed for added peace of mind. Enjoy the expansive backyard with mature trees, fire pit area, and storage shed. Conveniently located near Route 6, I-195, Ocean Grove Beach, marinas, shopping, dining, and all that coastal Swansea has to offer. Great backyard with huge out building could be many uses.— Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

Key details

  • sold
  • 1,142 sq ft
  • 26,136 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 1940 built
  • $428 / sq ft
  • $4,317 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠5⁠9⁠4⁠4⁠5⁠
Last updated
Address
61 Houlton Street
Town
Swansea, MA
ZIP
02777
Sold for
$500,000
Deed (Bk/Pg)
11779 / 146

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Neighborhood: Swansea

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.