246 Ocean Ave
Marblehead, MA 01945
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,443 sqft (on 0.44 acres)
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,443 sqft
(on 0.44 acres)
Local Information
© Google
-- mins to
Description
Discover "Twelve Lanterns," a Mediterranean villa steeped in history, perched high on rock ledge overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, a secret gem on Marblehead Neck. Designed & commissioned by Isabella Stewart Gardner in 1911, this home is a true testament to her love for Italy, Spain, & the Mediterranean w/ exquisite details like decorative tiles, arched doorways, vaulted ceilings, & a soaring tower w/ 12 windows offering panoramic views. Stroll through wooden gates, mature gardens & up stone steps, to this 4-bedroom residence w/ a primary suite on the main level. The kitchen, primary bath & windows were updated in 2003 while preserving the home's historical charm. In 2009 an additional jewel was added, a separate artist studio, complete w/ heat, electricity & 1/2 bath-perfect for creative work or large projects, w/ doors large enough for a car or boat. Other features include: a generator, outdoor pizza oven, deeded beach path & a detached 2-car garage. Timeless Charm & Modern Convenience
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 March 08, 2025
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 246 Ocean Ave
|
|---|
Interior Details Basement: Partial,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 2443 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Generator ConnectionAppliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range HoodDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,First FloorRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa |
Gas & Electric Electric: Generator, Circuit Breakers, Generator Connection |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Insulated Windows, ScreensDoor: Insulated Doors, French DoorsFlooring: Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Concrete |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Stone Slate, Flooring Stone Ceramic Tile, Flooring Hardwood, Concrete |
View Has a ViewView: Scenic View(s), Water, Ocean, Private Water View |
Security Security: Security System |
|
|---|
Exterior Home Features Roof: ClayPatio / Porch: Porch, Deck, PatioFencing: Fenced/Enclosed, FencedOther Structures: WorkshopExterior: Porch, Deck, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard, GardenFoundation: Granite, OtherGardenSprinkler System |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 4No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6Parking: Detached,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Side,Paved Drive,Off Street |
Frontage Waterfront: Ocean, Direct Access, Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Private, Deeded Rights)Road Frontage: PublicResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 2443 |
|
|---|
Year Built Year Built: 1911 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Villa,Italianate |
Building Construction Materials: Frame, StoneNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty |
Property Information Parcel Number: M: 0903 B: 8 L: 0, 2027921 |
|
|---|
Price List Price: $1,999,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Tue Jan 28 2025 |
|
|---|
MLS Status: Sold |
|
|---|
|
|---|
Direction & Address City: Marblehead |
|
|---|
Building Area Building Area: 2443 Square Feet |
|
|---|
Community Features: Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, SidewalksNot Senior Community |
|
|---|
No HOA |
|
|---|
Lot Area: 0.44 acres |
|
|---|
Contingencies: Pending P&SListing Terms: Contract |
|
|---|
Energy Efficiency Features: Thermostat |
|
|---|
BasementMls Number: 73304663Water ViewWater View: Ocean, Private, WaterAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2443 |
|
|---|
ShoppingTennis Court(s)ParkWalk/Jog TrailsGolfBike PathConservation AreaHouse of WorshipMarinaPrivate SchoolPublic SchoolSidewalks |
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by The Lopes Group, (617) 835-2394
J. Barrett & Company, (781) 631-9800
Bought with: Jack Attridge, (781) 883-3200, William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, (781) 631-1199
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73304663
Price History for 246 Ocean Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/07/2025 | $1,700,000 | Sold | MLS PIN #73304663 |
| 01/22/2025 | $1,999,000 | Contingent | MLS PIN #73304663 |
| 01/10/2025 | $1,999,000 | PendingToActive | MLS PIN #73304663 |
| 12/11/2024 | $1,999,000 | Contingent | MLS PIN #73304663 |
| 11/17/2024 | $1,999,000 | PriceChange | MLS PIN #73304663 |
| 10/21/2024 | $2,149,000 | Listed For Sale | MLS PIN #73304663 |
| 10/04/2024 | $2,395,000 | ListingRemoved | MLS PIN #73222161 |
| 05/09/2024 | $2,395,000 | PriceChange | MLS PIN #73222161 |
| 04/10/2024 | $2,595,000 | Listed For Sale | MLS PIN #73222161 |
| 03/21/2003 | $1,030,000 | Sold | N/A |
- Results are loading
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Tax | $18,465 |
| Assessment | $2,040,300 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 246 Ocean Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $1,625,000 | 11/06/25 | 5 | 3 | 3,008 | |
0.54 | Single-Family Home | $1,560,000 | 06/23/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,702 | |
0.85 | Single-Family Home | $1,575,000 | 08/28/25 | 4 | 3 | 2,357 | |
0.93 | Single-Family Home | $1,940,000 | 04/15/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,564 | |
0.93 | Single-Family Home | $1,585,000 | 05/28/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,180 | |
0.97 | Single-Family Home | $1,387,500 | 10/24/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,376 | |
1.05 | Single-Family Home | $3,050,000 | 06/18/25 | 4 | 3 | 3,807 | |
0.88 | Single-Family Home | $1,250,000 | 02/02/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,184 | |
0.90 | Single-Family Home | $1,610,000 | 05/28/25 | 4 | 3 | 1,720 | |
0.90 | Single-Family Home | $2,240,000 | 01/15/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,280 |
Nearby homes
Get a sense of prices in the area by checking nearby homes.
FOR SALEOPEN SUN, 2-3:30PM0.33 ACRESMichael V. Cannuscio, The Agency Marblehead
FOR SALETeam Harborside, Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty
FOR SALEOPEN SUN, 11:30-1PMLivermore Poss Team, Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead
FOR SALEOPEN SUN, 11:30-1PMLisa Gallagher, RE/MAX Beacon
FOR SALETeam Harborside, Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty
FOR SALEOPEN SUN, 12-1PM0.55 ACRESPaul Whaley/Charlie Ring Team, Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
FOR SALEMary Stewart & Heather Kaznoski, Compass
FOR SALEMary Stewart & Heather Kaznoski, Compass
FOR SALE0.28 ACRESDemostenes Nunez, Tremont Realty Group, LLC
SOLDMAY 22, 2026Jack Attridge, William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
SOLDMAY 13, 2026Lisa Gallagher, RE/MAX Beacon
SOLDMAY 12, 2026Judi Moccia, REAL ESTATE and Company
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 246 Ocean Ave.
- Marblehead High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 807 Students
8/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageMHS is a school in which students are challenged to achieve at their highest possible level. Whether a child studies at the honors level or receives special education in a separate classroom, he or she is being instructed by teachers who are masters in their disciplines and who truly care about the whole child. Teachers collaborate in and out of school to ensure they are providing the most relevant and useful educations for their students. Despite that, parents sometimes place unreasonable demands on the faculty; some parents and school committee members take it upon themselves to berate and shame teachers whose policies they do not agree with. It is not uncommon for parents to demand meetings with administration to complain that their child earned a B instead of an A. Teachers are accused of favoritism when parents disagree with a teacher's assessment. Some students, like their parents, bring this sense of entitlement into the school, trash-talking and brazenly disrespecting teachers. On the whole though, the students are kind and want to succeed. The majority of parents are supportive; those who have their own agendas, though, make a diligent teacher's life very distressing.Teacher Review13y ago - Village School
- 4-6
- Public
- 480 Students
7/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageOur oldest son will be in 4th grade at the Village School next year (it's 4-6th grades) and I was blown away at the Open House! The principal was very poised, knowledgeable, welcoming and displayed a great respect and warmth towards the faculty, counselors and head of the PTO who were presenting. Student tour guides were very knowledgeable and talkative, telling us about their experiences and answering questions - I was SO impressed! The robot room fascinated me as did the art room. The same son, a hockey/baseball/lacrosse player, came home so excited at the decision he had to make whether to be in band, orchestra, chorus or a combination of all three for next year at the Village School!We are excited to be a part of this community next year!Parent Review4y ago - Marblehead Veterans Middle School
- 7-8
- Public
- 347 Students
8/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Averageschool should not exist thanks for be the 0% school everStudent Review5mo ago 
Check out schools near 246 Ocean Ave.
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.
LGBTQ Local Legal Protections
LGBTQ Local Legal Protections
Apartments for Rent
PET FRIENDLY
APPLY INSTANTLYPET FRIENDLY
APPLY INSTANTLYPET FRIENDLY
APPLY INSTANTLYPET FRIENDLY
APPLY INSTANTLYPET FRIENDLY
APPLY INSTANTLYPET FRIENDLY
APPLY INSTANTLY- APPLY INSTANTLYPET FRIENDLY
APPLY INSTANTLY
APPLY INSTANTLYPET FRIENDLY
APPLY INSTANTLY
APPLY INSTANTLYFURNISHED- NEW - 17 HRS AGOPET FRIENDLY
See more homes for rent inMarblehead
Explore by feature
NEW - 2 DAYS AGOAPPLY INSTANTLYFURNISHED
APPLY INSTANTLY
APPLY INSTANTLYFURNISHED
APPLY INSTANTLYPET FRIENDLY
FURNISHED
PET FRIENDLY
PET FRIENDLY
FURNISHED
Homes for sale near 246 Ocean Ave
- OPEN SUN, 2-3:30PM0.33 ACRESMichael V. Cannuscio, The Agency Marblehead
- OPEN SUN, 12-1PM0.55 ACRESPaul Whaley/Charlie Ring Team, Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Cressy Team, Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead- Team Harborside, Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty
- OPEN SUN, 11:30-1PMLisa Gallagher, RE/MAX Beacon
- 0.28 ACRESDemostenes Nunez, Tremont Realty Group, LLC
See more homes for sale inMarblehead
Off Market Homes Near 246 Ocean Ave
- SOLDMAY 22, 2026Jack Attridge, William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
SOLDMAY 22, 2026Michael V. Cannuscio, The Agency Marblehead
SOLDMAY 21, 2026Kerrie Myers, LAER Realty Partners
SOLDMAY 20, 2026Michael Selbst, Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
SOLDMAY 15, 2026Louise Brochu, Cameron Prestige, LLC
SOLDMAY 15, 2026Haley Paster Scimone, Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty- SOLDMAY 12, 2026Judi Moccia, REAL ESTATE and Company
SOLDMAY 12, 2026Linda Hayes, William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
SOLDMAY 11, 2026Stephanie Moio, William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
SOLDMAY 8, 2026McClelland Del Rio Group, Gibson Sotheby's International Realty- See more homes for sale inMarblehead
The property listing data and information set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third party sources, including sellers, lessors and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. The property listing data and information are for the personal, non commercial use of consumers having a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing. MLS Property Information Network, Inc. and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information set forth herein.
The MLS listing information displayed is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.
The MLS listing information displayed is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.
Homes for rent near 246 Ocean Ave
- Results are loading
246 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, MA 01945 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,443 sqft single-family home built in 1911. This property is not currently available for sale. 246 Ocean Ave was last sold on Mar 7, 2025 for $1,700,000 (15% lower than the asking price of $1,999,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 246 Ocean Ave is $1,736,800.