8 Commonwealth Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907
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8 Commonwealth Ave
Swampscott, MA 01907

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,000 sqft

$1,005,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026

$1,005,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,000 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Beautifully updated 2 bd 1 ba apartment in swampscott. 3 minute walk to the beach and cross the street for bus to Wonderland and blue line. 5 minute drive to Swampscott commuter rail station. Has dining room and bonus den room. Great neighbor hood with excellent people.

Water included . Tenant pays for gas and electric other unit .
8 Commonwealth Ave, Swampscott, MA 01907 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,000 sqft apartment. It last sold for $585,000 on Aug 26, 2019 (22,400% above the $2,600 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2026 with an asking price of $2,600 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 23, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,005,800, with a rent estimate of $2,617/month.

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Listed
93 days ago

Home Details for 8 Commonwealth Ave

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Price History for 8 Commonwealth Ave

DatePriceEventSource
04/23/2026$2,600ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
04/05/2026$2,600Listed For RentZillow Rentals
08/26/2019$585,000Sold
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07/04/2019$585,000PendingAgent Provided
06/11/2019$585,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/21/2018$579,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/06/2018$579,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Swampscott

Last updated May 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$8,413
Assessment$733,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 8 Commonwealth Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
27 Weatherly Dr, Salem, MA
1.35
Apartment
$530,000
01/15/26
3
3
2,229
29 Ocean Ave #4, Salem, MA
2.94
Apartment
$470,000
04/03/26
2
1
1,121
2 Hazel St #3, Salem, MA
3.08
Apartment
$380,000
12/11/25
2
1
1,100
20 Huss Ct #203, Lynn, MA
2.79
Apartment
$198,000
02/04/26
1
1
480
6 River St #1, Salem, MA
3.81
Apartment
$450,000
08/15/25
2
1
960
6 River St #2, Salem, MA
3.81
Apartment
$450,000
08/15/25
2
1
920
65 Washington St #502, Salem, MA
3.86
Apartment
$675,000
10/30/25
2
2
1,030
15 Lynde St #26, Salem, MA
3.80
Apartment
$310,000
01/23/26
1
1
483
93 Bridge St #1, Salem, MA
4.37
Apartment
$380,000
10/20/25
1
1
596
29 Glen Ct, Lynn, MA
4.29
Apartment
$645,000
07/15/25
4
3.5
1,422
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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Swampscott

At least 109 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 72 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 72 % Say kids play outside

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 65 % Say there's wildlife

  • 63 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 61 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say it's quiet

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 47 % Say there are community events

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  • Ashley Rodriguez
    "Walking distance to commuter rail Into downtown boston. Easy access to busses to neighboring cities. "
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    "Beautiful tree lined streets, historic homes, families and walking distance to Preston and Phillips Beach"
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    "Wonderful family neighborhood, gracious old homes with character, walking distance to the beach, very close to the rail trail for biking and running"
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  • Jessica A. A.
    "I work from home but have no commute, however we are not far from major highways and the commuter rail is local in town. I've lived here off and on my entire life and it's beautiful place to live."
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  • Amanda M.
    "Safe, sleepy, seaside town. Gorgeous with great places to eat. Schools are very good & police are usually kind. "
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  • Amanda M.
    "Sleepy seaside towns are the best ! Schools are great, police are kind, restaurants are awesome & people are tolerable. "
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  • Cynthia K.
    "parades and special events and the 4th of july is great cause its only about a block from my home. i"
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  • Fil S.
    "Lots of dog owners. Lots of space to walk dogs. There are parks and beaches open to dogs in the winter. "
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  • Jlcollins12
    "Great family neighborhood and close to Clarke school which was fantastic for my kids k-4. Parka and beaches are close"
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  • Bethschaefer003
    "As long as you pick up after your dog, you’re good. People are always out walking dogs and very friendly at the dog park "
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  • Tim O.
    "Lots of town functions down on the town square lawn. Everyone is very supportive of the town and seem to love living here"
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  • Sweetsv
    "All the neighbors on our block know each other. We socialize mostly when the weather is warm and we are doing yard work. We also got close when we had a large and destructive flood in our neighborhood. We came together to support each other. I deliver sweets to my neighbors every Christmas."
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  • Jlcollins12
    "About an hour to downtown at rush hour. Only 30 at other times. You could take the train in easily. "
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  • Jlcollins12
    "Easily drive or take the train into Boston either commuter rail from town or drive to T in Revere. Very easy commute"
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  • Natalie C.
    "There’s a farmers market on Sundays. There’s all sorts of events in the summer time on fisherman’s beach. There’s fireworks as well for the fourth."
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  • Christieruta
    "Every Sunday is a farmers market, weds night concert series, many parades and donation nights during the summer"
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  • Joe A.
    " very good area. people are very nice. feels very safe. always clean always quiet. great school system"
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  • Claire B.
    "Great place to live and raise a family. I really enjoy this small town on the outskirts of Boston. Beaches are great, and free"
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  • Robert
    "Pets are very welcome as long as their owners pick up after them and avoid let them run on their neighbors lawns. "
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  • Yonipotter
    "This is a great neighborhood for dogs. I acquired one after living in this neighborhood for.over a year. I moved out and came back and miss mine. hi Most apartments.dont offer a pet policy, so,if you find one it's rare. "
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  • Timoceanhouse
    "Kid friendly. Safe to walk around. Beaches near by. Lots of kids walking around and playing. Busy Humphrey street...hard for cars to see you"
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  • Robin G.
    "It has the highest number of politicians living in one town...including the governor. It’s quiet & the beaches are decent. More restaurants are beginning to open with more diverse menus. "
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  • Tara B.
    "Neighbors are friendly & courteous. No traffic & ample parking. Most of all, quiet. I grew up here but have relocated after being away for 5years. No other place like it."
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  • Margot H.
    "Close knit storybook like town. My fiancé and I call it the American dream village. Very small and sleepy"
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  • Ataros
    "Great place to bring up kids, good schools, safe, next to the ocean, convenient to the commuter rail and not that far from Boston."
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  • Jeff D.
    "Right next to the beaches."
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  • Richard K.
    "Great area for family with children or working professional's.Near beach,drive to Boston in 20 min.Take train into Boston.Highly rated school system."
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  • Dorothy T.
    "Great neighborhood. So private yet walking distance to school, beach, public transptn. 20 mins to airport and Boston. Commurer rail in town, bus on corner. Great schools, shopping, restaurants. House is absolutely gorgeous, with every update imaginable. Move in condition. Gorgeous private yard. Perfect for entertaining/"
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