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244 Ocean Avenue Marblehead — Photo 1 of 42

$3,750,000

244 Ocean Avenue, Marblehead, MA 01945

Marblehead, MA 01945 — Marblehead Neck

Beds

Baths

5.5

SqFt

6,241

Style

Single Family

Built

1960

Spacious and bright Marblehead Neck home with ocean views, deeded beach rights and a separate waterfront lot that is included with the sale. The main living areas are open-concept and perfect for entertaining! The dramatic primary suite has cathedral ceilings, a spacious sun-lit solarium, a luxurious marble bathroom and a separate fire-placed whirlpool/spa room. The home has 3 other bedrooms (one which can be a home office) plus a guest/au pair/in-law suite. Some of the many amenities include; the flexibility of the open living room/dining room/sitting room combination, 5 1/2 bathrooms, large fire-placed family room, numerous decks with ocean views, large sauna, exercise room, heated outdoor pool, fire-placed recreation room and heated 2-car attached garage. The property has deeded Beach Rights just steps away and owns an ocean-front parcel of land across the street on Ocean Avenue.

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Market Value Analysis

This Property

Size (SqFt) →Price →

This Property$601/sqft

Local Avg (Marblehead)$597/sqft

1% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 21 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Marblehead, MA.

Financials

Original Price$3,750,000

Annual Taxes$30,095.92

Parking

Garage2

Off-Street8

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms12

Fireplaces6

FlooringWood, Tile, Carpet, Marble, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Marble, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate

BasementFull, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Concrete

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace

CoolingCentral Air

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame, Stone

RoofShingle

FoundationConcrete Perimeter

ZoningLSR

Property & Lot

Acres0.52

SqFt Lot22,999

Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Water Heater • Range • Oven • Dishwasher • Disposal • Microwave • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer • Range Hood • Instant Hot Water • Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Golf

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Third

Bedroom 4

Second

Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 3

First

Bathroom 1Bathroom 2

Main,First

Living RoomDining RoomKitchenFamily Room

Living Room

Lvl Main,First

Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Balcony / Deck, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding

Dining Room

Lvl Main,First

Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding

Kitchen

Lvl Main,First

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Country Kitchen, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Overhead, Window Seat

Family Room

Lvl Main,First

Bathroom - Full, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Balcony / Deck, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Decorative Molding

Master Bedroom

Lvl Second

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture, Balcony / Deck, Balcony - Exterior, Hot Tub / Spa, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Double Vanity, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom 2

Lvl Second

Bedroom 3

Lvl Second

Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Wood

Bedroom 4

Lvl Third

Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture

Bathroom 1

Lvl First

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Hot Tub / Spa, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Bidet, Cabinets - Upgraded, Double Vanity, Dressing Room, Dryer Hookup - Dual, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Recessed Lighting, Steam / Sauna, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Soaking Tub

Bathroom 2

Lvl First

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom 3

Lvl Second

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Property History

Listed

$3,750,000

Jun 2, 2026

MLS® 73528472

Terminated

$3,990,000

Nov 10, 2025

MLS® 73356553

Listed

$3,990,000

Apr 8, 2025

MLS® 73356553

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

992 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-15% vs the prior 12 months) — 515 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '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: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 6,241 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 22,999 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.

Full Marblehead, MA market report ZIP 01945 market data

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Traci Howe

Listing Office: Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty

MLS® Number: 73528472