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Historical vibes meets urban access
Named for the granite ledges early settlers mistook for marble, Marblehead is a coastal town known for its colonial architecture, rocky shorelines and spectacular seaside views. Located just 16 miles from Boston, the town’s picturesque coastal nature makes it seem even farther out—making its mixture of natural beauty and proximity to a bustling urban metropolis an extremely unique and appealing combination.
Marblehead is know for being a beautiful coastal fishing town.
The Marblehead sign welcomes visitors entering the town.
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Antique style, vintage charm
Marblehead’s coastal vibes lend the area a vintage charm, with classic architectural styles set on shaded, crescent streets. Among the most common types of homes are refurbished antique Colonials and remodeled colonial revivals. Cape Cods are also common, along with the occasional bungalow or ranch-style also contributing to the old-school vibe. The area’s walkable historic district also consists of a number of larger antique properties that have been converted into condominiums, among other residential and commercial uses. Prices for a single-family, 3-bedroom home range from $515,000 for a Cape Cod to $1.3 million for an antique Colonial. Larger waterfront homes can go for excess of $2.5 million. Thanks to its spread-out nature, in comparison to its more urban neighbors, many homes in Marblehead are nestled on spacious lots, with hilltop yards offering stunning views of the surrounding waters and greenery.
Queen Anne style homes can be found near Marblehead in the neighboring town of Swampscott.
Leslie Cove Village is a private residence street offering quaint homes in Marblehead.
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Coastal fun at Seaside Park
With its abundance of natural beauty, the Marblehead area features plenty of parks, playgrounds, and opportunities for fun. Castle Rock Park, named after a nearby castle-like home, is a 1.2-acre park with offers fishing and offshore sailing. Seaside Park, considerably larger at over 33 acres, has lighted tennis courts, winter sledding and exercise trails. Marblehead is home to three yacht clubs and Tedesco Country Club—a private 18-hole course with narrow fairways and sloping greens. The area also has several beaches including Black Beach, Riverhead Beach, and Devereux Beach. The Marblehead Museum consists of three separate properties, including the Jeremiah Lee Mansion, a well preserved 1768 Georgian home.
Meet up with some friends for a game of Pickleball at Seaside Park in Marblehead.
Benches line Castle Rock for a peaceful place to escape city life.
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Fresh seafood in Marblehead
Grocery shopping options in Marblehead include chain locations like Whole Foods and Stop & Shop, along with local favorite Shubie’s—a family-owned package store-turned-gourmet food shop. Nearby Swampscott Mall is home to favorites such as GAP, HomeGoods and Starbucks. For dining, residents can head to the Barnacle Restaurant for seafood served in a 1960s atmosphere. The Landing, located on Marblehead Harbor, offers fresh, local foods and a view of the harbor from every table. Those looking for a quick bite can head to Evan’s New York Style Deli, and for dessert, Stowaway Sweets serves as the area’s local chocolatier.
Cheers to the delicious food at the Landing Restaurant in Marblehead.
Locals in Marblehead love the selection at The Fish Market,
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Marblehead Public Schools earn high marks
Students in the area attend Marblehead Public Schools, a highly rated school district with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11 to 1. Students can start their education at Glover Elementary School, before moving on to Marblehead Veterans Middle and finishing up at Marblehead High. According to Niche, these schools earned scores of A-minus, A, and A, respectively. Marblehead High offers a variety of locally renowned extracurriculars, from its music department to its forensics program.
Marblehead Veterans Middle School has an overall rating of A on Niche.
Glover Elementary School in Marblehead has an overall grade of A- on Niche.
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Less than 20 miles from Boston
Sitting just 16 miles out from Boston, Marblehead offers commuters an opportunity to escape the bustle of the city in favor of a slice of coastal living—without making getting back and forth a hassle. Public buses also run frequently between Lynn and Marblehead, but without train or subway access to Boston, most residents own cars.
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On average, homes in Marblehead, MA sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Marblehead, MA over the last 12 months is $907,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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