244 Ocean Avenue, Marblehead MA 01945

Marblehead, MA 01945 • Marblehead Neck
$2,600,000
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
6,319
Sq Ft
$411
Price/Sq Ft
0.57
Acres
1960
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
Single Family Residence
Type
12
Days on Market
Sold Listed Jul 20, 2005 • MLS# 70228043 Copied! • Updated Mar 31, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,625,000
Final Sale Price: $2,600,000
Difference: $25,000 (-1.0%)
Performance Metrics
99.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
12
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $415
Sale $/sq ft: $411
This property sold for $411 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.0% below the original asking price.

With only 12 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$411/sq ft
Area Median
$269/sq ft
Difference
+53.0%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

Outstanding oceanviews from this spacious and meticulously maintained Marblehead Neck home.Deeded beach rights to private sandy beach & oceanfront parcel incl.Luxurious master bedroom suite w/sweeping oceanviews,oversized marble master bath & spa w/ fireplace.Stunning family room w/ cathedral ceiling,custom cabinetry,ocean views and fabulous deck.State-of-the-art granite kitchen,spacious formal living/dining rooms & fully appointed au-pair/guest suite.Wonderful combination of light,air&space.

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Property History

Market Insights

28.8%
Price Range
13
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73528472
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jun 2, 2026
$3,650,000
MLS #73528472 - Active
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Sold
Oct 11, 2005
$2,600,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 13
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Listed for Sale
Jul 20, 2005
$2,625,000
Original listing
Agent: Steven White Office: Carlson GMAC Real Estate

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2005 $15,483 $1,874,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$15,483
Tax Year 2005
Assessed Value
$1,874,500

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1960
Living Area 6,319 sq ft
Lot Size 0.57 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 14

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet, Marble, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Fireplaces 6
Basement Full, Finished, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access
Laundry First Floor
Features Cathedral Ceiling(s), Library, Game Room, Exercise Room, Sun Room, Sauna/steam/hot Tub, Wet Bar

Exterior

Construction Frame, Stone
Architecture Contemporary
Roof Shingle
Features Deck, Patio, Balcony, Pool - Inground, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard, Satellite Dish
Pool In Ground
Spa Hot Tub / Spa, Private
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Deck, Patio
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 10
Electric 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer Public Sewer, City/town Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $15,483
Assessed Value $1,874,500
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Exclusions Dining Room Chandlier,Dining /Living Room Window Treatments
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color Slate Blue
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 13 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1960
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
5
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
6,319 sq ft
Total Rooms
14

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Marble, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Library, Game Room, Exercise Room, Sun Room, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wet Bar
Windows: Skylight(s), Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access
Laundry: First Floor
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Contemporary
Year Built: 1960
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame, Stone
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Heating Zones: 8
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer: Public Sewer, City/Town Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Balcony, Pool - Inground, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard, Satellite Dish
Patio & Porch: Deck, Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 10
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 6
Fireplace Type: Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Pool: Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground
Spa/Hot Tub: Yes
Spa Features: Hot Tub / Spa, Private
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Type: Waterfront, Ocean, Other (See Remarks), Ocean, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Private,Public,Deeded Rights)
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat
School District
Marblehead School District local
A-
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0.4% Low
0.4% Suspensions 0.2% In-School
↓ 5.1% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

5 schools
Devereux - Marblehead
1.3 mi
Grades PK-12
Epstein Hillel School
1.7 mi
Grades K-08
Tower School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Lucretia and Joseph Brown School
1.6 mi | #150 of 825 | Score: 57.0
Dropped 49 spots from last year
-1.2 below state avg
438 students Moderate
Grades PK-03
A+
Glover School
1.9 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
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
B+
Marblehead Community Charter Public School
1.5 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
B+
Village School
1.6 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
A-
Marblehead Veterans Middle School
1.2 mi | #88 of 352 | Score: 50.8
Dropped 35 spots from last year
-7.4 below state avg
347 students Moderate
Grades 07-08
H

High Schools

1 school
A-
Marblehead High School
1.4 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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Neighborhood

Marblehead Neck

244 Ocean Avenue, Marblehead MA 01945

Marblehead, MA 01945

Listing Information

Listing Agent Steven White
Listing Office Carlson GMAC Real Estate
Office Phone 781-631-8800
Agent MLS ID C7364305
Office MLS ID C60806
Listing Data Updated Mar 31, 2025 9:59 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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