Steps from Fort Sewall, Fort Beach & Marblehead Harbor, with the iconic Marblehead Lighthouse framing your street view, this completely reimagined gem is as rare as its location. Meticulously renovated 4 years ago, every inch of this stunning single-family home reflects exceptional craftsmanship & timeless design. Expansive windows with plantation shutters fill the home with natural light, while the cathedral-ceiling living area dazzles with shiplap ceilings, crown molding, reclaimed wood details & gas fireplace open to a chef’s kitchen with Wolf 4-burner gas range, Sub-Zero refrigerator & marble countertops. Main level primary bedroom beside renovated full bath. Loft offers office, sitting & guest sleeping space. Relax with coffee in the private courtyard. Finished basement with laundry, oversized closets & storage. Private 1-car garage with second off street space completes this exceptional Old Town retreat near shops, restaurants & waterfront dining.
Pending
$1,495,000
31 Franklin St, Marblehead, MA 01945
1beds
1,206sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1760
2,252 Square Feet Lot
$1,466,600 Zestimate®
$1,240/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceFinished basement with laundryMain level primary bedroomReclaimed wood detailsMarble countertopsOversized closets and storageSub-zero refrigerator
- 36 days |
- 447 |
- 8 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Haley Paster Scimone 781-367-5523,
Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty 781-593-6111
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73524281
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Remodeled
- Level: Main,First
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled
- Level: Main,First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Gas Stove, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
Living room
- Features: Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Wainscoting, Decorative Molding
- Level: First
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Beadboard, Loft
- Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished,Bulkhead
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,206
- Total interior livable area: 1,206 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 981
- Finished area below ground: 225
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Enclosed
- Exterior features: Patio - Enclosed, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Waterfront features: Beach Access, Harbor, Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 2,252 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:0167 B:0033 L:0,2027209
- Zoning: CR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Year built: 1760
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Other
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Marblehead
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,240/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $758,100
- Annual tax amount: $6,861
- Date on market: 5/26/2026
Estimated market value
$1,466,600
$1.39M - $1.54M
$1,874/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Pending sale | $1,495,000$1,240/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73524281 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2026 | Contingent | $1,495,000$1,240/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73524281 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000+264.6%$1,240/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73524281 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2017 | Listing removed | $1,750$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2017 | Price change | $1,750-5.4%$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,850$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2016 | Sold | $410,000-3.5%$340/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2016 | Pending sale | $424,900$352/sqft |
Source: Harborside Sotheby's International Realty #71980996 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2016 | Listed for sale | $424,900$352/sqft |
Source: Harborside Sotheby's International Realty #71980996 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,647 | $741,900 |
| 2024 | $6,647 +6.3% | $741,900 +18.6% |
| 2023 | $6,254 | $625,400 |
| 2022 | $6,254 +19% | $625,400 +24% |
| 2021 | $5,256 +6.4% | $504,400 +6.1% |
| 2020 | $4,941 +1.8% | $475,600 +5.2% |
| 2019 | $4,853 +6.8% | $451,900 +9.6% |
| 2018 | $4,544 -9.6% | $412,300 -9.7% |
| 2017 | $5,027 -1% | $456,600 -0.2% |
| 2016 | $5,078 +5% | $457,500 +4.8% |
| 2015 | $4,835 +0.8% | $436,400 +0.9% |
| 2014 | $4,799 +7.5% | $432,700 +5.1% |
| 2013 | $4,466 +0.7% | $411,600 -2.3% |
| 2012 | $4,434 +3% | $421,500 |
| 2011 | $4,304 -8.2% | $421,500 -14% |
| 2010 | $4,688 +8.9% | $489,900 +2.3% |
| 2009 | $4,305 -4.3% | $478,900 -11.2% |
| 2008 | $4,499 +7.5% | $539,400 |
| 2007 | $4,186 +10.3% | $539,400 +19.8% |
| 2006 | $3,795 +8.3% | $450,200 +6.1% |
| 2005 | $3,505 +5.9% | $424,300 +8.7% |
| 2004 | $3,309 +0.7% | $390,200 |
| 2003 | $3,285 +2.7% | $390,200 +15.9% |
| 2002 | $3,199 +22.1% | $336,700 +43.2% |
| 2000 | $2,620 +32.1% | $235,200 +40.5% |
| 1995 | $1,984 | $167,400 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 01945
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Village SchoolGrades: 4-6Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Marblehead Veterans Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10Marblehead High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Essex County
- Marblehead
- 01945
- 31 Franklin St
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