16 May St, Marblehead, MA 01945
SOLD
AUG 4, 2025

16 May St
Marblehead, MA 01945

  • 5 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,982 sqft

$1,186,000

Last Sold: Aug 4, 2025
1% below list $1.2M
$398/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $7,029/mo*

$1,186,000

Last Sold: Aug 4, 2025
1% below list $1.2M
$398/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $7,029/mo*
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,982 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Welcome to 16 May St., a magnificent colonial home that seamlessly blends elegance with functionality. Featuring a carefully crafted floor plan that caters to a variety of needs, whether you’re hosting gatherings or seeking a peaceful retreat. Offering 5 bdrms and 3.5 baths, including the luxurious primary bedroom, complete with a spacious en-suite. The lower level is a versatile space equipped with a 2nd kitchen, the 5th bdrm, and a ¾ bath. This area also includes flex space. Its adaptability makes it ideal for accommodating guests or creating a private living space. One of the most enchanting features is the breathtaking view of Oliver Pond. This picturesque scenery can be admired from 7 rooms in the house and the deck, providing a tranquil backdrop to daily life. Whether it’s the vibrant colors of autumn or the serene blankets of winter snow, the ever-changing view of the pond is a constant source of beauty and inspiration. This home is a perfect setting to create lasting memories
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from August 04, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$398/sqft
Listed
179 days ago

Home Details for 16 May St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Interior Entry,BulkheadNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2982 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pantry,Lighting - Overhead,In Basement,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: French DoorsFlooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: NoFloors: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone Slate, Flooring Stone Ceramic Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch, Deck, Deck - CompositeOther Structures: WorkshopExterior: Porch, Deck, Deck - Composite, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler SystemFoundation: Concrete PerimeterSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 2Has a CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Attached,Carport,Garage Door Opener,Storage,Garage Faces Side,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Frontage
Waterfront: Ocean, 1/10 to 3/10 To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)Road Frontage: Public, Paper RoadResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2192Finished Area (below surface): 790

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Frame, StoneNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Condition: Updated/RemodeledNot Included in Sale: This Home Has Been Staged, Including Lights In Living Room Above The Chairs Are Not Hardwired.Parcel Number: 12 36 10, 2020093

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,199,900Price Per Sqft: $398/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Jul 18 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: MarbleheadCommunity: Clifton
School Information
Elementary School: GloverJr High / Middle School: Village/VetsHigh School: Mmhs

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2982 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10018 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: Inspection

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73376772Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2192

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingWalk/Jog TrailsBike PathConservation AreaHouse of WorshipPrivate SchoolPublic SchoolSidewalks
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Kelly Duggan, (781) 576-9287
Kelly Duggan Real Estate, LLC, (781) 576-9287
Kelly Duggan, (781) 576-9287
Bought with: Kelly Duggan, (781) 576-9287, Kelly Duggan Real Estate, LLC, (781) 576-9287
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73376772

Price History for 16 May St

DatePriceEventSource
08/04/2025$1,186,000Sold
MLS PIN #73376772
07/05/2025$1,199,900ContingentMLS PIN #73376772
06/13/2025$1,199,900PriceChange
MLS PIN #73376772
05/17/2025$1,399,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73376772
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$8,846
Assessment$977,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 16 May St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
06/02/25
4
3
3,049
0.19
Single-Family Home
$840,000
10/28/25
5
3.5
2,415
0.27
Single-Family Home
$1,025,000
07/07/25
4
3.5
2,293
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,750,000
03/09/26
5
3.5
3,760
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,185,000
05/04/26
4
2
1,960
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
07/18/25
4
2.5
2,617
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,044,000
12/04/25
3
2.5
2,521
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,075,000
01/05/26
5
2.5
3,407

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Marblehead

At least 107 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 78 % Say kids play outside

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 72 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 70 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 69 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 66 % Say it's quiet

  • 64 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 64 % Say there's wildlife

  • 64 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 46 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "There are lots of community events and one of the best July 4th celebrations. Lots of church groups, Council on aging, etc"
  • 9vpwcs25jb
    "Everyone is friendly towards dogs. The dogs love every person who comes close to them. It’s a pleasure to see. "
  • 9vpwcs25jb
    "I work from home so I don’t commute. I have the best of both worlds and I’m totally appreciative. Out of the worst pandemic comes the best commute ever! How lucky we are!! "
  • Lytania Jason Knowles
    "I work ten minutes away so it’s great. 7:45-8:15 in town is a mess because all the schools are doing drop off. "
  • MARC MELTZER
    "Aside from the morning & afternoon traffic the commute is okay but to & from work can be very stressful "
  • Bdmn63
    "This is an absolutely fantastic community with parents who are actively involved with their families in the community great schools and great lifestyle with the beaches in waterfronts"
  • Tpnohelty
    "Great area to walk with dogs. Safe neighborhood and everyone keeps their dogs leashed when out and about."
  • Cassandra
    "Christmas walk every year Santa comes in a lobster boat and they have a parade and all the local stores have specials "
  • Cassandra
    "Art festival in the summer. Sidewalk sales for all the local shops. Crocker park has fireworks on holidays and beautiful view of the ocean. Outdoor dining on the water "
  • R E. M.
    "this is a one of a kind community. it is very historic, going back to the 1600's. it is very safe and family friendly. it is a bit hard to commute to, but totally worth it."
  • Chalvinleo
    "Marblehead is truly something else. I have lived here for the past 10 years and I am sad to leave. This town will always feel like home. "
  • Msherman48
    "It’s Marblehead, an almost 400 year old fishing village on Massachusetts Bay. We have a small town but urban “walking” downtown on a spectacularly beautiful natural harbor. This is the real thing! And, it’s only a short hop to Boston, America’s intellectual capital city. If it didn’t have a cold winter, the whole world would want to live here!"
  • Cynshor
    "Takes a little while to get out of Marblehead and through surrounding Salem and Swampscott. Worth every minute on the ride home when you hit the water views."
  • dbrownbos
    "My neighborhood is in a great location close to schools and old town section of town. You can walk to shopping and the harbor. Lots of attractions nearby. "
  • Frank K.
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for fourteen years and have nice neighbors. It is safe and people watch out for each other."
  • Rhonda
    "Stunning ocean and harbor views. Beach and water sports. Walking running and biking on the Neck. Eastern and Corinthian yacht clubs among others. "
  • richard n. a.
    "Fabulous and unique seaside community. History is everywhere. 16 miles from Boston. No place to build so housing is always in demand and home values do not get hit hard in economic downturns. Great town to protect your real estate investment. "
  • Sean
    "A corner lot in the desirable family neighborhood. Kids all abound. Ice Cream Trucks and good people."
  • Alicia H.
    "I live here and this town is fantastic - it's beautiful and friendly and full of things to do! "
  • Arian S.
    "Excellent location, wonderful views, quite. I love to live and work here."

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16 May St, Marblehead, MA 01945 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,982 sqft single-family home built in 1950. This property is not currently available for sale. 16 May St was last sold on Aug 4, 2025 for $1,186,000 (1% lower than the asking price of $1,199,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 16 May St is $1,209,500.