For sale

$4,390,000

78 Baxter Rd, Nantucket, MA 02554

4beds

2,056sqft

$25,465/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1989

8,955 Square Feet Lot

$4,183,700 Zestimate^®

$2,135/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Central air conditioningWest-facing rear deckThree bathroomsLarge yardFour bedroomsRose-draped front porch

Charming Sconset home with large yard, this retreat blends classic Nantucket character with comfortable modern living. A rose-draped front porch welcomes you in, while the west-facing rear deck invites evenings spent enjoying beautiful sunsets on the horizon. With 2,056 square feet of well-maintained living space, four bedrooms, and three bathrooms, the home offers an ideal layout for family gatherings or effortless entertaining. Central air conditioning ensures year-round comfort, and a proven rental history makes this a smart investment as much as a personal sanctuary.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 3
Main level bedrooms: 1

Heating

GFHA

Appliances

Included: Stove: Electric, Washer: yes

Features

A, AC, Disp, Ins, Irr, OSh, Floor 1: The first floor opens with a welcoming entry hall, with a guest bedroom to the right. To the left, a sun-filled living room flows into the dining room, creating an easy, open rhythm for everyday living and entertaining. A galley kitchen connects the communal spaces with quiet efficiency, opening on the far side into a cozy family room with a fireplace. Sliding doors lead directly to the deck, great for dining out and morning coffee. A Jack & Jill bathroom serves both the family room and guest bedroom., Floor 2: Upstairs, the primary suite occupies one side of the home with ocean views offering with its own dedicated bath. On opposite side, two additional bedrooms share a well-appointed bathroom.
Flooring: Hardwood
Basement: Full basement accessible via interior staircase and exterior bulkhead, offering generous storage throughout. High ceilings with the ability to add living space.
Has fireplace: No
Fireplace features: yes
Furnished: Yes

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,056
Total interior livable area: 2,056 sqft

Property

Parking

Parking features: yes

Features

Exterior features: Deck
Has view: Yes
View description: D/Oc
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Ocean
Frontage type: None

Lot

Size: 8,955 Square Feet
Features: None Known, Yes

Details

Parcel number: 41
Zoning: SR20

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Foundation: Block

Condition

Year built: 1989

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Town
Water: Town
Utilities for property: Cbl

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Nantucket

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $2,135/sqft
Tax assessed value: $2,819,953
Annual tax amount: $9,053
Date on market: 5/20/2026
Listing agreement: E

Estimated market value

$4,183,700

$3.97M - $4.39M

$4,903/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/20/2026	Listed for sale	$4,390,000+48.3%$2,135/sqft
Source: LINK #93096 Report a problem
10/1/2021	Sold	$2,960,000$1,440/sqft
Source: LINK #88548 Report a problem
7/10/2021	Listed for sale	$2,960,000+123.2%$1,440/sqft
Source: Listing Information Network, Inc. Nantucket #88548 Report a problem
8/31/2001	Sold	$1,326,000$645/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$8,675 +6.7%	$2,644,778 +1.8%
2024	$8,133 +7.6%	$2,598,478 +10.4%
2023	$7,556	$2,354,023 +78.2%
2022	--	$1,320,789 +1.5%
2021	$4,723 +5.2%	$1,301,000
2020	$4,488 +2.7%	$1,301,000
2019	$4,371 +11.8%	$1,301,000 +17.5%
2018	$3,908 +2.1%	$1,107,200 -1.9%
2017	$3,827 -38.1%	$1,129,000 -38.6%
2016	$6,182 +70.3%	$1,839,800 +83%
2015	$3,630 -56.8%	$1,005,600 -55%
2014	$8,411 +2.4%	$2,237,100
2013	$8,210 +20.9%	$2,237,100 +19.3%
2012	$6,788 +1.1%	$1,875,100
2011	$6,713 +11.5%	$1,875,100 -6.3%
2010	$6,023 +1.1%	$2,001,000 -7.3%
2009	$5,959 +3.4%	$2,159,200
2008	$5,765 +7.2%	$2,159,200
2007	$5,376 +11.3%	$2,159,200 +27%
2006	$4,829 -8.2%	$1,700,200 +6.7%
2005	$5,261 +13.2%	$1,594,100 +7.4%
2004	$4,647 -4.9%	$1,484,600 +3.9%
2003	$4,884 +43.9%	$1,428,200 +65.7%
2001	$3,395	$861,800