244 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, MA 01945
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244 Ocean Ave
Marblehead, MA 01945

  • 4 Beds
  • 5.5 Baths
  • 6,241 sqft (on 0.53 acres)

$3,750,000

$3,750,000

4 Beds
5.5 Baths
6,241 sqft
(on 0.53 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Description

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.

Open House

Saturday, July 11
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$601
Listed
36 days ago

Home Details for 244 Ocean Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Garage Access,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living RoomWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 5Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 6241 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas RangeAppliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Instant Hot Water, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)DishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Dryer Hookup - Electric,Washer Hookup,Sink,Second FloorMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Natural Gas,FireplaceHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 6Fireplace: Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, BathHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Skylight, Insulated WindowsDoor: French Doors, Insulated DoorsFlooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Marble, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Marble, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Multi/SplitFloors: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Marble, Flooring Stone Ceramic Tile, Flooring Marble, Flooring Wall To Wall Carpet, Laminate
View
Has a ViewView: Scenic View(s), Water, Ocean, Private Water View, Public Water View
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck - Exterior, Deck, Deck - Composite, PatioFencing: Fenced/Enclosed, FencedExterior: Balcony - Exterior, Balcony / Deck, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Balcony, Pool - Inground Heated, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced YardFoundation: Concrete PerimeterHas a Private PoolSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 6No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 8Parking: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Off Street,Driveway
Pool
Pool: Pool - Inground HeatedPool
Frontage
Waterfront: Beach Access, Harbor, Ocean, Direct Access, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Private, Deeded Rights)Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 5802Finished Area (below surface): 439

Days on Market

Days on Market: 36

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Frame, StoneNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2027920

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $3,750,000Price Per Sqft: $601

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: MarbleheadCommunity: Marblehead Neck
School Information
Elementary School: Public/PrivateJr High / Middle School: Pubic/PrivateHigh School: Public

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 73528472

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 6241 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, UniversityNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.53 acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73528472Water ViewWater View: Ocean, Private, Public, WaterAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 5802

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingTennis Court(s)ParkWalk/Jog TrailsGolfMedical FacilityLaundromatBike PathConservation AreaHouse of WorshipMarinaPrivate SchoolPublic SchoolUniversity
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Traci Howe, (617) 510-4341
Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty, (781) 631-8800
Sean Gildea, (781) 775-5785
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73528472
Also Listed on MLS PIN.

Market trends in Marblehead

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$867K
Sale-to-List Price
Price per sq ft
$568
Available listings
66
16
MoM

Price History for 244 Ocean Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/02/2026$3,750,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73528472
11/10/2025$3,990,000ListingRemovedMLS PIN #73356553
04/08/2025$3,990,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73356553
10/11/2005$2,600,000Sold
N/A
10/08/2003$1,825,000Sold
N/A
06/09/2000$1,670,000Sold
N/A
03/08/1996$850,000Sold
N/A
07/28/1993$555,000Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$29,630
Assessment$3,274,000
Home facts updated by county records

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$1,575,000
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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

  • 47 % 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."

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Traci Howe, Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty, (781) 631-8800
Agent Phone: (617) 510-4341
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244 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, MA 01945 is a 4 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 6,241 sqft single-family home built in 1960. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MLS PIN on Jun 2, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 73528472.