17 Cottage Street Marblehead — Photo 1 of 27
$899,000
17 Cottage Street, Marblehead, MA 01945
Marblehead, MA 01945
Beds
3
Baths
2
SqFt
1,288
Style
Single Family
Built
1849
Rarely does a home in such a premier downtown location offer this much! Beautifully renovated and move-in ready, this 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath single-family home is just steps from shops, restaurants, coffee shops, schools, parks, and the beach. Recent updates include a stunning new kitchen, new roof, new HVAC w/ central air, new electrical, fresh paint, landscaping, and more. The inviting first floor features an open kitchen/dining area with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. A spacious living room, plus a versatile home office/den with direct access to the private backyard. A full bath completes the main level. Upstairs, you'll find 3 bedrooms and full bath including a primary bedroom with dressing room/office and 2nd walk-in closet. Enjoy the spacious, private backyard with deck and charming tiered stone walls. A one-car attached garage and two driveways provide exceptional parking. Just unpack and enjoy all that downtown living has to offer!
Key facts
It was listed on September 24, 2026. The annual property taxes are $6,536 (2026 tax year). It sits on a 0.12-acre (5,532 sq ft) lot.
Open Houses
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 23 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Marblehead, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Range • Dishwasher • Disposal • Microwave • Refrigerator • Freezer
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Laundromat
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl Main,FirstFlooring - Wood
Dining Room
Lvl Main,FirstFlooring - Wood, Open Floorplan
Kitchen
Lvl Main,FirstFlooring - Wood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
Office
Lvl MainFlooring - Wood, Balcony / Deck
Primary Bedroom
Lvl SecondWalk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood, Dressing Room
Bedroom 2
Lvl SecondBedroom 3
Lvl SecondCloset
Bathroom 1
Lvl FirstBathroom - Full
Bathroom 2
Lvl SecondBathroom - Full
Questions about this home
When was 17 Cottage Street, Marblehead listed?
17 Cottage Street, Marblehead was listed on September 24, 2026.
Has the price of 17 Cottage Street, Marblehead changed?
The price hasn't changed since it was listed at $899,000.
What are the property taxes for 17 Cottage Street, Marblehead?
The annual property taxes for 17 Cottage Street, Marblehead are $6,536 (2026 tax year).
How big is the lot at 17 Cottage Street, Marblehead?
17 Cottage Street, Marblehead sits on a 0.12-acre (5,532 sq ft) lot.
What is the status of 17 Cottage Street, Marblehead?
17 Cottage Street, Marblehead is actively listed for sale.
Population
20,470
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$180K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
14.7%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Essex County
1,060 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-11% vs the prior 12 months) — 603 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 644 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,288 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 5,532 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Cressy Team
Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead
MLS® Number: 73582434
