79 Baxter Rd, Nantucket, MA 02554
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FOR SALE
0.35 ACRES

$3,100,000

  • 6 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 3,688 sqft (on 0.35 acres)

79 Baxter Rd, Nantucket, MA 02554

Est. Mortgage $16,367/mo*
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We estimate this home will sell faster than 91% nearby.

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1920
0.35 acre lot
$841/sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 79 Baxter Rd.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Perched above the Atlantic along iconic Baxter Road, this six bedroom, six-bath residence captures sweeping ocean views, refreshing summer breezes, and an elevated setting overlooking Nantucket's dramatic coastline. Expansive porches embrace the ever-changing coastal landscape, while breathtaking vistas present a distinctive opportunity to own along one of Nantucket's premier addresses.
Last check for updates: about 23 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Marybeth Gilmartin - Baugher
Compass MA LLC
Source: LINK, MLS#93186
Also Listed on LINK.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 91% nearby.

Home Details for 79 Baxter Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 6
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cbl
Heating & Cooling
Heating: GFHWNo CoolingHas HeatingHeating Fuel: GFHW
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: 1No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Wood
View
View: Ocean

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Porch, Garden, DeckGardenNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No Garage
Frontage
WaterfrontFrontage Type: OceanfrontOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Town

Days on Market

Days on Market: 68

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Property Information
Usage of Home: 49/32Parcel Number: 32

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $3,100,000Price Per Sqft: $841

Active Status

MLS Status: A

Location

Direction & Address
City: Nantucket

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 93186

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3688 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.35 acres

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: E

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Furnished

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 93186Water ViewWater View: Ocean

What Locals Say about Nantucket

At least 89 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 74 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 73 % Say car is needed

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say it's quiet

  • 68 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % Say parking is easy

  • 54 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 44 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Alvin Robert Colby
    "Safety and beauty"
  • Richard
    "Great area to live, close to everything, schools, hospital, Stop & Shop, boys and girls club. What more cane you ask for."
  • Diana D.
    "Adorable, quaint, small town vibe with shockingly many many off island connections on island.. Lovely island "
  • Amy K.
    "4th July. Stroll tree lighting. Nantucket is a specialty place but I’m ignorant of it in the off season. "
  • Ackstonepro
    "I think they will just love it. Here is a very nice place to leave people love animals help each other and the community is very United."
  • Ackstonepro
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for over 10 years to love it I think is nice and quite and a good place to raise your kids in a safe environment "
  • Meshelo
    "I’ve lived in Nantucket for 9 years and it’s a nice place to live , however the cost of living is outrageous...! !! Actually 497% above the national average.. the cost increases every day and is displacing locals on a regular basis.. it’s a huge problem that currently does not have a practical solution.."
  • Frank C.
    "Wonderful vacation community. Been coming here for 40’years. On to the third generation. Hope to own one day. "
  • Trulia User
    "It’s beautiful, quaint, pride of ownership shows, working people, wealthy people, and the amenities provided by the island give that sense of neighborhood feel"
  • Dlarssonpt
    "Nantucket is very dog friendly community! Lots of public land for them to run...woods, fields, beaches. Even many of the stores welcome them...and leave water on the sidewalks for them. : )"
  • Dlarssonpt
    "Ha! In the summer, better off riding a bike with all the crazy traffic. Off season...can't even call it a commute! "
  • Jpt
    "It is close enough to town to walk in for dinner and drinks but far enough out to escape the worst of the traffic in town. "
  • Surfin87
    "Ou area is quaint and extremely safe. Naushop is one of the best neighborhood’s to live in on Nantucket. "
  • Prescott S.
    "It’s very private but it’s very close to town lots are large but property values haven’t gone crazy yet. Great spot to spend the summer and/fall. "

Market trends in Nantucket

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
159
14
MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.98M
Since last month
Increased$41K (+1.4%)
Since last year
Decreased$429K (-12.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$2M (+262.6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +148% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$2.98M
August 2026$2.89M
July 2026$2.94M
June 2026$3.4M
May 2026$3.34M
April 2026$3.29M
March 2026$3.24M
February 2026$3.2M
January 2026$3.09M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.47
Single-Family Home
$4,212,500
06/09/26
4
3.5
2,344
0.16
Single-Family Home
$11,900,000
10/21/25
9
10.5
6,443
0.41
Single-Family Home
$2,375,000
11/03/25
4
3
1,496
0.51
Single-Family Home
$3,600,000
12/17/25
3
2
1,664
0.87
Single-Family Home
$4,836,250
09/08/25
5
4.5
3,134
1.06
Single-Family Home
$7,500,000
12/02/25
5
4
3,580
0.97
Single-Family Home
$3,150,000
11/17/25
2
2
1,236
1.14
Single-Family Home
$6,800,000
03/09/26
5
5.5
3,710
1.34
Single-Family Home
$7,000,000
11/12/25
5
5.5
4,024
0.70
Single-Family Home
$2,700,000
09/25/25
3
2
1,272

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.04
$4,390,000
4
3
2,056
For Sale
0.08
$4,162,300
4
3
1,835
Off Market
0.09
$1,995,000
4
3
2,392
For Sale
0.16
$12,180,200
9
10.5
6,443
Off Market
0.16
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.21
$10,900,000
7
5
4,510
For Sale
0.33
$6,550,000
7
6.5
4,579
For Sale
0.34
$7,903,100
7
6
4,344
Off Market
0.41
$3,116,800
4
3
1,496
Off Market
0.43
$9,538,000
6
6.5
5,979
Off Market
0.47
$4,025,800
4
2.5
1,872
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 30, 2026
Source: LINK #93186
Listed For Sale
$3,100,000
Dec 15, 1986
Source: N/A
Sold
$821,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Marybeth Gilmartin - Baugher, Compass MA LLC
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Frequently asked questions about 79 Baxter Rd

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 79 Baxter Rd?
    Based on a $3,100,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 79 Baxter Rd in Nantucket, MA is approximately $17,024 (about $16,381 principal & interest, $568 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Nantucket?
    Residents describe Nantucket, MA as dog-friendly, well-kept, and walkable to restaurants. See homes for sale in Nantucket, MA.
  • What are the closest schools to 79 Baxter Rd?
    The closest schools to 79 Baxter Rd in Nantucket, MA are Cyrus Peirce Middle School (rated 6/10), Nantucket Elementary School (Pre-K), Nantucket High School (rated 5/10).
  • What is 79 Baxter Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 79 Baxter Rd in Nantucket, MA is $2,976,900.
  • How big is the lot at 79 Baxter Rd?
    The lot at 79 Baxter Rd in Nantucket, MA is about 0.35 acres (15,245 sq ft).
79 Baxter Rd, Nantucket, MA 02554 is a 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 3,688 sqft single-family home built in 1920. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by LINK on Jun 30, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 93186.