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Set within a spectacular estate setting on 1.73 acres, this classic Colonial offers timeless elegance, generous scale, and exceptional craftsmanship throughout. This impressive home features 12 beautifully proportioned rooms, including 4 - 6 bedrooms and 4½ baths, designed for both gracious entertaining and comfortable everyday living. Spacious, light-filled rooms showcase wonderful architectural details, rich woodwork, and refined finishes that reflect enduring quality and style. The home's amazing wine cellar is a true highlight, perfect for collectors and entertainers alike. Outdoors, the property continues to impress with a stunning heated swimming pool, small barn and expansive grounds that provide privacy, tranquility, and endless opportunities for recreation or relaxation. From its impressive setting to its thoughtful layout and classic design, this remarkable residence offers a rare opportunity to enjoy estate living at its finest.

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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms6
  • Mls StatusUnder Agreement
  • Bathroom5
  • Contingency Pending P&S
  • Parcel Number M:0022 B:0062 L:0,2168390

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $2,577,000
  • Tax Year 2025
  • Taxes$30,924

Parking

  • Parking Spaces8
  • Covered Spaces 2
  • Garage YN Yes
  • Open Parking YN Yes
  • Parking Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street

Rooms

  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 4.5
  • Full Bath4
  • Half Baths1

Basic Information

  • List Price$2,650,000
  • MLS Number73497490
  • Modification Date05/20/2026
  • Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence
  • PurchaseContractDate05/05/2026

Location

  • Address45 Forest Avenue
  • Building Number45
  • CountyEssex
  • StateMA
  • StreetForest Avenue
  • TownSwampscott
  • Zip01907

Building

  • BasementPartial, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplaces Total 3
  • FoundationStone
  • Garage Spaces2
  • Patio And Porch Features Patio, Enclosed
  • Property StyleColonial
  • Rooms12
  • Utilities For Gas Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Year Built1890
  • Year Built Details Approximate
  • Year Built Source Public Records

Property

  • Acreage1.73
  • Other Structures Barn/Stable

Interior

  • Flooring Wood

Exterior

  • Exterior Features
    • Barn/Stable
    • Garden
    • Patio
    • Patio - Enclosed
    • Pool - Inground
    • Pool - Inground Heated
    • Professional Landscaping
    • Rain Gutters
    • Sprinkler System

Utilities

  • Cooling Central Air
  • Cooling YN Yes
  • Heat SystemYes
  • Heating Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Water Source Public

Property Information

  • Square Feet5,068
  • Building Area Source Measured
  • Living Area 5,068
  • Lot Size Square Feet 75,346
  • Lot Size Units Acres

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Bike Path
    • Conservation Area
    • Golf
    • Medical Facility
    • Park
    • Private School
    • Public School
    • Public Transportation
    • Shopping
    • T-Station
    • Tennis Court(s)
    • University
    • Walk/Jog Trails
  • Appliances IncludedOven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Pool Features In Ground, Pool - Inground Heated
  • Pool Private YN Yes

Water Body

  • Miles to Beach1
  • Waterfront Features Ocean,1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach

Legal

  • ZoningN/A

Other

  • Date Listed04/07/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet
  • View Count4

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Listed by Team Harborside of Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty

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