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  • $3,750,000

    244 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, MA 01945

    4beds
    6,241sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1960
    0.53 Acres Lot
    $3,685,300 Zestimate®
    $601/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Heated outdoor poolLarge saunaExercise roomLarge fire-placed family roomCathedral ceilingsLuxurious marble bathroomFire-placed recreation room
    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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    Listed by:

    Traci Howe 617-510-4341,

    Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty 781-631-8800,

    Sean Gildea 781-775-5785

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73528472

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 6
      • Full bathrooms: 5
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: 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
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Flooring - Wood
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Wood
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture
      • Level: Third
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Yes
      Bathroom 1
      • Features: 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
      • Level: First
      Bathroom 2
      • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
      • Level: First
      Bathroom 3
      • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
      • Level: Second
      Dining room
      • Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding
      • Level: Main,First
      Family room
      • Features: 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
      • Level: Main,First
      Kitchen
      • Features: 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
      • Level: Main,First
      Living room
      • Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Balcony / Deck, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding
      • Level: Main,First
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Instant Hot Water, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
      • Laundry: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Sink, Second Floor
      Features
      • Bathroom - Half, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Closet, Wet bar, Steam / Sauna, Bathroom, Sun Room, Inlaw Apt., Exercise Room, Great Room, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wet Bar
      • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Marble, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Marble, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate
      • Doors: French Doors, Insulated Doors
      • Windows: Skylight, Insulated Windows
      • Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Garage Access,Concrete
      • Number of fireplaces: 6
      • Fireplace features: Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bath
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 6,241
      • Total interior livable area: 6,241 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 5,802
      • Finished area below ground: 439
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      Parking
      • Total spaces: 8
      • Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Off Street, Driveway
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Uncovered spaces: 6
      Features
      • Levels: Multi/Split
      • Patio & porch: Deck - Exterior, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
      • Exterior features: Balcony - Exterior, Balcony / Deck, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Balcony, Pool - Inground Heated, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard
      • Has private pool: Yes
      • Pool features: Pool - Inground Heated
      • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Ocean, Private Water View, Public Water View
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Ocean,Private,Public,Water
      • Waterfront features: Beach Access, Harbor, Ocean, Direct Access, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Private, Deeded Rights)
      Lot
      • Size: 0.53 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 2027920
      • Zoning: LSR

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame, Stone
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1960

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: for Gas Range

      Community & HOA

      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, University
      • Security: Security System
      • Subdivision: Marblehead Neck
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Marblehead

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $601/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $3,503,600
      • Annual tax amount: $30,095
      • Date on market: 6/2/2026

        Estimated market value

        $3,685,300

        $3.50M - $3.87M

        $7,799/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/2/2026Listed for sale$3,750,000-6%$601/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73528472 Report a problem
        11/10/2025Listing removed$3,990,000$639/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73356553 Report a problem
        4/8/2025Listed for sale$3,990,000+53.5%$639/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73356553 Report a problem
        10/11/2005Sold$2,600,000+42.5%$417/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        10/8/2003Sold$1,825,000+9.3%$292/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/9/2000Sold$1,670,000+96.5%$268/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/8/1996Sold$850,000+53.2%$136/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        7/28/1993Sold$555,000$89/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$29,630 +8.4%$3,274,000 +7.3%
        2024$27,342 -2.9%$3,051,600 +8.3%
        2023$28,173 $2,817,300
        2022$28,173 +10.2%$2,817,300 +14.9%
        2021$25,554 -2.4%$2,452,400 -2.7%
        2020$26,191 +1.8%$2,520,800 +5.2%
        2019$25,735 +3.9%$2,396,200 +6.7%
        2018$24,759 -0.7%$2,246,700 -0.8%
        2017$24,937 +0.9%$2,264,900 +1.7%
        2016$24,726 -2.2%$2,227,600 -2.4%
        2015$25,286 -0.1%$2,282,100
        2014$25,308 +2.2%$2,282,100
        2013$24,761 +1.5%$2,282,100 -1.6%
        2012$24,406 +2.3%$2,320,000 -0.7%
        2011$23,858 +5.9%$2,336,700 -0.7%
        2010$22,522 +4%$2,353,400 -2.3%
        2009$21,654 +2.2%$2,408,700 -5.2%
        2008$21,185 +7.5%$2,540,200
        2007$19,712 $2,540,200

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 01945

        Getting around

        8 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        0 / 100
        No Nearby Transit
        23 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Public/Private
        • Middle: Pubic/Private
        • High: Public

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