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43 Ruby Avenue, Marblehead MA 01945
Marblehead, MA 01945 • Clifton - Clifton/Glover
$879,900
Est. $5,216/month
Estimate assumptions
20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.
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Open House Schedule
03
Oct
Saturday, October 3
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
01
Oct
Thursday, October 1
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM EDT
04
Oct
Sunday, October 4
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
About this home
Classic New England Colonial charm meets coastal living in Marblehead! Set on a picturesque, tree-lined street in the Clifton/Glover area, this 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial offers 1,714 sq. ft. of character-filled living, hardwood floors, a detached garage and a fenced backyard with beautiful perennial gardens—all just minutes from Preston Beach.Enjoy exceptional proximity to Glover School, Vinnin Square, Tedesco Country Club and the Lynch/Van Otterloo YMCA, with easy access to downtown Marblehead and the Swampscott commuter rail.Your introduction to 43 Ruby Avenue begins before you even enter through the front door. A sun-filled three-season porch lined with beautiful windows creates a welcoming spot for morning coffee, a good book or simply watching the neighborhood go by. The front door leads inside to an elegant foyer and a home filled with natural light, hardwood floors, original character and timeless New England details.The living room flows naturally into the dining room with an original built-in china cabinet adding craftsmanship and history. A new slider opens to the deck overlooking one of the home's most special features—a fenced backyard filled with mature perennial gardens lovingly planted, cultivated and cared for over the last 30 years. Wander beneath the vine-covered trellis and follow the garden path along the side of the home—a private outdoor retreat that has been decades in the making.At the rear of the home, French doors connect the deck and backyard to a convenient mudroom/drop zone and kitchen, with easy access to the driveway and detached garage.Upstairs are four bedrooms and a full bath, providing wonderful flexibility for today's lifestyle. Don't need four bedrooms? Create the home office, craft room, dressing room or creative space you've been wanting.With four bedrooms, hardwood floors, flexible living space, a detached garage, deck, fenced backyard, established perennial gardens and a location close to the beach, schools, shopping and commuter access, 43 Ruby Avenue offers the opportunity to enjoy the charm, character and coastal lifestyle of Marblehead.
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Property History
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Listed for Sale
Sep 30, 2026
$879,900
Original listing
Agent: Gayle MacEachern Colinet
Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/30/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $879,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $6,806 | $795,100 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,806
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$795,100
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1910
Living Area
1,714 sq ft
Lot Size
0.09 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry
First Floor
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch
Porch - Enclosed, Deck
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces
4
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,806
Assessed Value
$795,100
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
First Floor:hardwood Floors Redone In Fall 2025 Along With Stairs And Landing, Electrical Also Updated.
Exclusions
Some Garden Items Including Stone Bench
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Lght Beige
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Measurements are from 3rd party & public records & are approximate. Buyer/agent to do due diligence
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
1 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,714 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
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Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,714 sq ft above grade
801 sq ft below grade
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch - Enclosed, Deck
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
First Floor
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1910
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Porch - Enclosed, Deck
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Parking Features:
Detached, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Nearby Schools
School District
Marblehead School District local
A-
School Safety
2024-25
0.4%
Low
0.4%
Suspensions
0.2%
In-School
5.1% below state avg
Elementary Schools
5 schools
Epstein Hillel School
0.8 mi
Grades K-08
Tower School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Devereux - Marblehead
1.4 mi
Grades PK-12
A+
Glover School
0.7 mi
|
#48 of 825
|
Score: 62.4
Improved 62 spots from last year
+4.2 above state avg
317 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-03
A
Lucretia and Joseph Brown School
1.3 mi
|
#150 of 825
|
Score: 57.0
Dropped 49 spots from last year
-1.2 below state avg
438 students
Moderate
Grades PK-03
Middle Schools
3 schools
B+
Village School
1.7 mi
|
#265 of 825
|
Score: 51.8
Dropped 76 spots from last year
-6.4 below state avg
480 students
Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 04-06
B+
Marblehead Community Charter Public School
2.5 mi
|
#109 of 352
|
Score: 48.5
Improved 100 spots from last year
-9.7 below state avg
226 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades 04-08
A-
Marblehead Veterans Middle School
1.7 mi
|
#88 of 352
|
Score: 50.8
Dropped 35 spots from last year
-7.4 below state avg
347 students
Moderate
Grades 07-08
High Schools
1 school
A-
Marblehead High School
1.2 mi
|
#82 of 346
|
Score: 62.5
Dropped 39 spots from last year
+4.3 above state avg
807 students
Moderate
20 sports
• 2,426 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
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Clifton - Clifton/Glover
43 Ruby Avenue, Marblehead MA 01945
Marblehead, MA 01945
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Gayle MacEachern Colinet
Listing Office
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Office Phone
781-631-1199
Agent MLS ID
CN256466
Office MLS ID
M95385
Listing Data Updated
Sep 30, 2026 3:30 AM EDT
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