For sale

$3,750,000

244 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, MA 01945

4beds

6,241sqft

$23,616/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1960

0.53 Acres Lot

$3,536,000 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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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

$3,536,000

$3.36M - $3.71M

$7,137/mo

Price history

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

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax 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