Median Price
$904,000
$493/sqft
Schools
8.7/10
Great
Appreciation
3.2/10
Growth Potential
Commute
35 min
to Boston
Live Market Snapshot
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View all 10 sales$1,610,000
Curated Median
10
Total Sales on Record
$905,000–2,800,000
Price Range
Well Under Median
$905,000
5 Ramsay Rd
4bd3ba3,098 sqft
$292/sqftInvalid Date
Under Median
$1,128,000
32 Pilgrim Rd
3bd3ba2,343 sqft
$481/sqftInvalid Date
Under Median
$1,250,000
6 Shetland Rd
4bd4ba2,614 sqft
$478/sqftInvalid Date
At Median
$1,400,000
8 Charlotte Rd
4bd2ba2,785 sqft
$503/sqftInvalid Date
At Median
$1,820,000
55 Stony Brook Rd
4bd4ba4,358 sqft
$418/sqftInvalid Date
Over Median
$1,935,000
18 Rose Ave
4bd4ba3,097 sqft
$625/sqftInvalid Date
What Drives Prices in Marblehead
Full breakdownDecomposition 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
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