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Marblehead, MA

35 min to Boston

"Old money sailing town where your boat matters more than your car"

Median Price
$904,000
$493/sqft
Schools
8.7/10
Great
Appreciation
3.2/10
Growth Potential
Commute
35 min
to Boston

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Recently Sold in Marblehead

View all 8 sales
$1,157,500
Curated Median
8
Total Sales on Record
$1,125,000–2,400,000
Price Range
99 Tedesco St, Marblehead, MA 01945
At Median
$1,140,000

99 Tedesco St, Marblehead, MA 01945

4bd3ba2,301 sqft
$495/sqftInvalid Date
48 Auburndale Rd, Marblehead, MA 01945
At Median
$1,125,000

48 Auburndale Rd, Marblehead, MA 01945

3bd2ba2,239 sqft
$502/sqftInvalid Date
11 Taft St, Marblehead, MA 01945
At Median
$1,175,000

11 Taft St, Marblehead, MA 01945

4bd3ba2,338 sqft
$503/sqftInvalid Date
2 Rolleston Rd, Marblehead, MA 01945
At Median
$1,130,000

2 Rolleston Rd, Marblehead, MA 01945

3bd3ba2,772 sqft
$408/sqftInvalid Date
372 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, MA 01945
Well Over Median
$2,300,000

372 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, MA 01945

7bd5ba5,306 sqft
$433/sqftInvalid Date
27 Waldron St, Marblehead, MA 01945
Well Over Median
$1,615,000

27 Waldron St, Marblehead, MA 01945

3bd3ba2,136 sqft
$756/sqftInvalid Date

What Drives Prices in Marblehead

Full breakdown

Decomposition of the $904,000 median price into its underlying components.

Land Value$112,539 (12%)
Structure & Quality$450,157 (50%)
School Premium$151,928 (17%)
Access & Commute Premium$71,462 (8%)
Prestige & Stability Premium$117,913 (13%)
960
School Value Score
840
Overall Value Score

The Marblehead Vibe

Quintessential New England sailing village with historic charm, narrow colonial streets, yacht clubs, and waterfront living. Old-money aesthetic meets nautical lifestyle.

Marblehead is where Boston's old money keeps their sailboats. Historic harbor, yacht clubs, colonial homes, and the kind of maritime culture that makes boat maintenance a religion.

Highlights
⛵ Premier sailing and boating community
🏛️ Historic downtown with colonial architecture
🌊 Beautiful harbor and waterfront access
🎨 Art galleries and boutique shops

Who It's For

✓ Great for
  • •Sailing enthusiasts and water lovers
  • •Those seeking historic coastal charm
  • •Buyers wanting North Shore prestige
  • •Families who value schools and character
⚠ Consider elsewhere if
  • •You need quick Boston commute (35+ min)
  • •You hate narrow winding streets and parking challenges
  • •You don't care about water/sailing access

Schools

8.7
Great
out of 10 · K–12 composite
School details & private schools

Demographics

Population20,397
Median Age47
Median Household Income$165,859
Work from Home27.5%
Professional Sector64.1%

Safety & Crime

Safe - Low crime for coastal town
Safety Ranking
1.1
Violent Crime / 1,000
5.6
Property Crime / 1,000

Insider Tips

  • 1.Marblehead Neck is the most exclusive waterfront area
  • 2.Summer sailing races are a big social scene
  • 3.Parking in Old Town is nearly impossible in summer

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