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51 Cliff St, Nahant, MA, 01908

8beds
9baths
7,792sqft
$3,750,000
$481price/sqft
$24,393/moest. monthly cost
$975,720/yrincome needed

About This Home

Rare opportunity to create an exceptional coastal compound at 51 Cliff Street, set on 2 landscaped acres with ocean views in two directions. This 8-bedroom, 9-bath Queen Anne estate offers expansive living and entertaining spaces, 11 fireplaces, soaring ceilings, and multiple en-suite bedrooms ideal for multigenerational living or extended guests. Two separate apartments provide outstanding flexibility for in-law, au pair, or short-term rental use. Olmsted-designed grounds feature a pergola, red brick balustrades, and terracotta urns. One of the North Shore’s most significant residences and longtime home of renowned artist Norman Laliberté. Includes shared ownership of Nahant’s most beautiful private beach.

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Getting Around

15
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
12
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
Johnson Elementary SchoolGrades PK-61.0 mi
4/10
Fredrick Douglass Collegiate AcademyGrades 93.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1898

Materials

  • Foundation: Stone,Other
  • Construction materials: Frame,Vertical Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Queen Anne
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Range Hood,Gas Cooktop

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Garage Access

Bathroom1

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 74.7

Bathroom2

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 47.699999999

Bathroom3

  • Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 38.08

Bedroom2

  • Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Dressing Room, Wainscoting
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 342

Bedroom3

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Wainscoting
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 178.2

Bedroom4

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Wainscoting
  • Level: Third
  • Area: 193.2

Bedroom5

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: Third
  • Area: 150.799999999

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 8
  • Bathrooms: 9
  • Full bathrooms: 8
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Wainscoting, Lighting - Pendant, Decorative Molding
  • Level: Main,First
  • Area: 369

Family Room

  • Features: Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant
  • Level: Main,First
  • Area: 321

Features

  • Open Floorplan,Wainscoting,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead,Recessed Lighting,Bathroom - 3/4,Closet,Dining Area,Country Kitchen,Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Entry Hall,Gallery,Home Office,Live-in Help Quarters,Accessory Apt.,Sitting Room
  • Window features: Picture
  • Flooring: Tile,Carpet,Hardwood,Other,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Number of fireplaces: 11
  • Fireplace features: Dining Room,Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Bedroom,Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area above ground: 7,792

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Natural Gas,Fireplace(s),Fireplace
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 7,792
  • Total interior livable area: 7,792 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
  • Level: Main,First
  • Area: 188.65

Living Room

  • Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Wainscoting
  • Level: Main,First
  • Area: 363.3

Master Bathroom

  • Features: Yes

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - 3/4, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Dressing Room, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 420

Office

  • Features: Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 85.199999999

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 2062503
  • Zoning: R1

Features

  • Patio & porch: Patio
  • Exterior features: Patio,Stone Wall
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Scenic View(s),Water,Ocean,Private Water View,Public Water View
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Ocean,Private,Public,Water
  • Waterfront features: Ocean,Direct Access,Walk to,0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach,Beach Ownership(Private,Deeded Rights)

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.93 Acres
  • Features: Corner Lot,Gentle Sloping,Level

Parking

  • Total spaces: 10
  • Parking features: Attached,Under,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 8