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80 Days on market
244 Ocean Avenue Marblehead — Photo 1 of 42
$3,750,000
244 Ocean Avenue, Marblehead, MA 01945
Marblehead, MA 01945 — Marblehead Neck
Beds
4
Baths
5.5
SqFt
6,241
Style
Single Family
Built
1960
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.
Immersive Experience
Market Value Analysis
This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →This Property$601/sqft
Local Avg (Marblehead)$595/sqft
1% AboveMarket Average
* Analysis is based on 22 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Marblehead, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Original Price$3,750,000
Annual Taxes$30,095.92
Parking
Garage2
Off-Street8
Interior Specifications
Total Rooms12
Fireplaces6
FlooringWood, Tile, Carpet, Marble, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Marble, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate
BasementFull, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Concrete
Climate & Utilities
HeatingBaseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace
CoolingCentral Air
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
Building & Exterior
ConstructionFrame, Stone
RoofShingle
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
ZoningLSR
Property & Lot
Acres0.52
SqFt Lot22,999
Lot Features--
Amenities & Appliances
Gas Water Heater • Water Heater • Range • Oven • Dishwasher • Disposal • Microwave • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer • Range Hood • Instant Hot Water • Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Golf
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Third
Bedroom 4
Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 3
First
Bathroom 1Bathroom 2
Main,First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenFamily Room
Living Room
Lvl Main,FirstFlooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Balcony / Deck, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding
Dining Room
Lvl Main,FirstFlooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding
Kitchen
Lvl Main,FirstCloset/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
Family Room
Lvl Main,FirstBathroom - 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
Master Bedroom
Lvl SecondBathroom - 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
Bedroom 2
Lvl SecondBedroom 3
Lvl SecondCathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 4
Lvl ThirdCloset, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Picture
Bathroom 1
Lvl FirstBathroom - 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
Bathroom 2
Lvl FirstBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 3
Lvl SecondBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Property History
Listed
$3,750,000
Jun 2, 2026
MLS® 73528472
Terminated
$3,990,000
Nov 10, 2025
MLS® 73356553
Listed
$3,990,000
Apr 8, 2025
MLS® 73356553
Population
20,470
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$180K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
14.7%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Essex County
992 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-15% vs the prior 12 months) — 515 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 6,241 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 22,999 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Provided By
Listing Agent: Traci Howe
Listing Office: Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty
MLS® Number: 73528472
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