48 Harbor Ave, Marblehead, MA 01945
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48 Harbor Ave
Marblehead, MA 01945

  • 6 Beds
  • 5.5 Baths
  • 7,231 sqft (on 0.87 acres)

$6,250,000

Est. Mortgage $36,815/mo*

$6,250,000

Est. Mortgage $36,815/mo*
6 Beds
5.5 Baths
7,231 sqft
(on 0.87 acres)

Home Highlights

Parking
3 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck, Pool
Price/Sqft
$864
Listed
82 days ago
Climate Control
Forced Air, Radiant & Central Air

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 48 Harbor Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Set high on nearly an acre in one of Marblehead Neck's most prestigious locations, this 6 bedroom, 5.5 half bathroom exceptional Colonial captures lovely views of Marblehead Harbor while offering privacy, elegance, and timeless architectural appeal. A circular driveway and extraordinary landscaping introduce beautifully curated living spaces where a top-to-bottom renovation has seamlessly blended classic architectural detail with superior designer finishes throughout. From Belgium bluestone flooring to German imported glass on the bar, every detail was thoughtfully selected to the highest standard. Rich wood detailing, crisp moldings, soaring ceilings, and expansive windows frame harbor views and fill the home with natural light. Grandly scaled rooms open effortlessly to a wraparound porch, deck, and bluestone patios. A stunning pool and hot tub are perfectly positioned beside an expansive flat lawn — creating an exceptional private setting for relaxation and entertaining.
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Haley Paster Scimone, (781) 367-5523
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, (781) 631-8800
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73528490
Also Listed on MLS PIN.

Home Details for 48 Harbor Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 16Types 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, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 5Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 7231 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range HoodDishwasherDryerLaundry: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Main Level,First FloorRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Radiant,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 4Fireplace: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master BedroomSpa: PrivateHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: French DoorsFlooring: Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Stone Slate, Flooring Hardwood
View
Has a ViewView: Scenic View(s), Water, Harbor, Ocean

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Porch, Deck - Composite, PatioExterior: Porch, Deck - Composite, Patio, Pool - Inground Heated, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, GardenFoundation: StoneGardenHas a Private PoolSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Open Parking Spaces: 12No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 15Parking: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Side,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Pool
Pool: Pool - Inground HeatedPool
Frontage
Waterfront: Harbor, Ocean, Walk to, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To BeachRoad Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 7231

Days on Market

Days on Market: 82

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1905
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Not Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: M:0908 B:0012 L:0, 2028036

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $6,250,000Price Per Sqft: $864

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Marblehead

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 73528490

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 7231 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.87 acres

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 73528490Water ViewWater View: Harbor, Ocean, WaterAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 7231

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."

Market trends in Marblehead

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$986K
$127K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.8%
Price per sq ft
$534
$7
MoM
Available listings
50
15
MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$5.74M
Since last month
Decreased$59K (-1%)
Since last year
Increased$2M (+41.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$3M (+149.7%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +296% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$5.74M
July 2026$5.8M
June 2026$4.06M
May 2026$4.1M
April 2026$4.01M
March 2026$4.01M
February 2026$3.83M
January 2026$3.77M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.50
Single-Family Home
$2,000,000
06/01/26
6
3.5
3,586
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,625,000
11/06/25
5
3
3,008
0.77
Single-Family Home
$2,800,000
07/02/26
8
5
6,205
0.70
Single-Family Home
$5,300,000
10/30/25
6
4
3,558
0.96
Single-Family Home
$2,335,000
06/01/26
4
3.5
3,390
0.67
Single-Family Home
$2,175,000
12/18/25
5
3.5
2,942
0.61
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
10/15/25
4
4
3,107
0.56
Single-Family Home
$2,240,000
01/15/26
4
2.5
2,280
0.84
Single-Family Home
$1,320,000
09/30/25
5
3
3,028
0.57
Single-Family Home
$1,575,000
08/28/25
4
3
2,357

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.07
$3,331,900
6
6
5,185
Off Market
0.08
$4,669,200
4
4.5
5,547
Off Market
0.15
$3,681,800
5
5
5,835
Off Market
0.26
$1,880,300
3
2
1,800
Off Market
0.26
$1,167,300
5
3
2,395
Off Market
0.25
$1,786,400
3
2
1,702
Off Market
0.29
$2,650,000
5
3.5
2,736
For Sale
0.29
$3,630,400
4
4.5
5,428
Off Market
0.31
$1,625,000
5
3
3,008
Recently Sold
0.31
$2,614,500
3
3.5
4,014
Off Market
0.32
-
-
-
-
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 2, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73528490
Listed For Sale
$6,250,000
Jun 15, 2015
Source: N/A
Sold
$2,300,000
Jan 15, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$2,599,000
Price decreased by 1%
Oct 29, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$2,625,000
Apr 11, 2014
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,275,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Haley Paster Scimone, Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, (781) 631-8800
Agent Phone: (781) 367-5523
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.

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Frequently asked questions about 48 Harbor Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 48 Harbor Ave?
    Based on a $6,250,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 48 Harbor Ave in Marblehead, MA is approximately $37,892 (about $32,713 principal & interest, $5,104 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 48 Harbor Ave compare to homes in Marblehead?
    48 Harbor Ave in Marblehead, MA is listed at $6,250,000, about 534% above the $986K median sale price in Marblehead.
  • What do residents say about Marblehead?
    Residents describe Marblehead, MA as dog-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Marblehead, MA.
  • What are the closest schools to 48 Harbor Ave?
    The closest schools to 48 Harbor Ave in Marblehead, MA are Marblehead High School (rated 8/10), Marblehead Veterans Middle School (rated 9/10), Village School (Elementary, rated 7/10).
  • Does 48 Harbor Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 48 Harbor Ave in Marblehead, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 48 Harbor Ave have a pool?
    Yes, 48 Harbor Ave in Marblehead, MA has a pool.
48 Harbor Ave, Marblehead, MA 01945 is a 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 7,231 sqft single-family home built in 1905. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MLS PIN on Jun 2, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 73528490.