OFFERS DUE MONDAY SEP 14 @ 5:00PM. THANK YOU. 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.
- MLS# 73568540
- Date Listed08/26/2026
- Days on Realty 68 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
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $10,551
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Schools near 01982
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Local Neighborhood Highlights for 01982
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16/100
Car-Dependent
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Minimal Transit
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25/100
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions for 42 Walnut Rd
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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
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)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
(tel: 978-526-0243)
Listing agent:
Henry Gourdeau
(tel: 617-955-0443)
(#CN243180)
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