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42 Walnut RD, Hamilton, MA 01982

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4 Beds
2 Baths
2,752 Sq Ft

A Rare Opportunity in the Heart of South Hamilton: Set on an exceptional -acre lot in the heart of downtown South Hamilton, this distinctive four-bedroom shingle-style home offers a rare combination of character, location, land, and tremendous potential. Just minutes from the Winthrop School and Hamilton train station, the property provides the convenience of in-town living while offering an expansive and private setting.The home retains the charm and character of a classic New England property, highlighted by a welcoming front porch, a beautiful rear porch, hardwood floors, abundant windows, and a flexible floor plan ready for its next chapter. Surrounded by mature trees and established gardens, the property has a wonderful sense of privacy and an inviting connection to the outdoors. Adding to its appeal is a charming old barn with endless possibilitiesideal for a workshop, studio, storage, hobby space, or a future creative vision, subject to approvals. The generous lot provides ample space to enhance, renovate and thoughtfully reimagine this classic home. This property, with its shingle-style architecture, front and back porches and undeniable potential, offers possibilities that are increasingly difficult to find in Hamilton. Whether you are a developer or home buyer, this prime in-town location, with its substantial lot and timeless character, presents a rare opportunity to create a dream home.

Listing By: mamlspin Realty.com
  • MLS# 73568540
  • Date Listed08/26/2026
  • Days on Realty 3 Days
  • Bedrooms 4
  • Bathrooms 1 Full baths, 1 Half baths
  • Lot Size 0.73 acres (31,720 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Private Sewer
  • Subdivision Downtown S Hamilton
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Essex
  • Year Built 1892
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 2,752 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $270.71

Interior Features

  • Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Flooring Wood, Carpet, Laminate, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Cooling Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Hot Water, Natural Gas, Electric

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Exterior Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Barn/ Stable, Barn/ Stable
  • Roof Shingle
  • Lot Size Acres 0.73
  • Lot Size SQFT 31,720.00
  • Lot Features Cleared, Level

Directions

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Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $10,551
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Schools near 01982

Explore the local neighborhood highlights and top-rated schools near 01982 in Hamilton, MA.

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Winthrop School

Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home

0.08 mi

Distance

Hannah Elementary School

Public • PK - 4

4.03 mi

Distance

Beverly Preschool At Mckeown School

Public • PK - PK

5.22 mi

Distance

Steward Elementary School

Public • PK - 3

5.37 mi

Distance

Riverside Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

6.19 mi

Distance

Winthrop

Public • PK - 5

7.36 mi

Distance

Miles River Middle School

Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home

2.52 mi

Distance

Beverly Middle School

Public • 5 - 8

4.26 mi

Distance

Holten Richmond Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

5.92 mi

Distance

Proctor Elementary School

Public • 4 - 6

6.53 mi

Distance

Hamilton-wenham Regional High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

2.52 mi

Distance

Beverly High School

Public • 9 - 12

5.07 mi

Distance

Danvers High School

Public • 9 - 12

5.29 mi

Distance

Pingree School

Private • 09 - 12

3.06 mi

Distance

The Academy At Penguin Hall

Private • 09 - 12

3.06 mi

Distance

Hopeful Journeys Educational Center

Private • UG - UG

4.08 mi

Distance

Futures Behavior Therapy Center

Private • PK - 12

4.08 mi

Distance

New England Academy

Private • 07 - 12

4.17 mi

Distance

The Waring School

Private • 06 - 12

4.32 mi

Distance

Beverly School For The Deaf

Private • PK - UG

5.22 mi

Distance

St John's Preparatory School

Private • 06 - 12

6.55 mi

Distance

Landmark School

Private • 09 - 12

6.75 mi

Distance

Bishop Fenwick High School

Private • 09 - 12

7.9 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Local Neighborhood Highlights for 01982

Discover key demographics, population statistics, and environmental insights for the Hamilton, MA area.

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in MA / 01982

Source: Walk Score

46/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

0/100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score ®

48/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 16/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 25/100.

Points of Interest near 42 Walnut Rd, Hamilton, MA 01982

Frequently Asked Questions for 42 Walnut Rd

Source: Realty.com

42 Walnut Rd, Hamilton, MA 01982 in Downtown S Hamilton, Hamilton, MA 01982 is a single family listed at $745,000. Highlights include 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,752 sq. ft., built in 1892, 0.73 acre lot, $271 per sq. ft.. Realty.com has 36 photos, sales history, school insights, and mortgage tools for this listing.

Realty.com has 36 photos of 42 Walnut Rd.

Our records indicate that 42 Walnut Rd was built in 1892.

The full address for this home is 42 Walnut Rd, Hamilton, MA 01982.

42 Walnut Rd has been listed on Realty.com since Wed August 26, 2026

Most errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 16/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 25/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 42 Walnut Rd. Winthrop School (Grades: PK - 5), Miles River Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Hamilton-wenham Regional High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

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