Priority Development Sites in Swampscott, MA

Swampscott is a beautiful and tranquil seaside community; located 15 miles north of Boston, with amazing assets including its waterfront, open space, recreation areas, shopping districts, and regional connections. With a population of 13,787 in 2010, Swampscott is primarily a family community with relatively high incomes. The town has a wide range of housing stock options and growth as well as strong buying power. Commercial activity is focused in the historic 23 waterfront area along Humphrey Street, around the MBTA railroad station, and the large shopping district of Vinnin Square, which is shared with the neighboring community, Salem. While Swampscott is primarily built out and developed, there is much opportunity in the redevelopment of existing properties. The town’s new Humphrey Street Overlay District is meant to promote development and define a sense of place in the historic downtown of Swampscott that enhances and encourages a mix of uses, protects historic and cultural resources, and fosters a harmonious connection between the district and the natural environment of the waterside