Why Live in Marblehead
Marblehead is a coastal neighborhood known for its colonial architecture, rocky shorelines, and scenic seaside views, located 16 miles from Boston. The area features a mix of refurbished antique Colonials, remodeled colonial revivals, Cape Cods, bungalows, and ranch-style homes, many set on spacious lots with hilltop views. The walkable historic district includes larger antique properties converted into condominiums. Grocery shopping options include Whole Foods, Stop & Shop, and local favorite Shubie’s, while Swampscott Mall offers stores like GAP and HomeGoods. Dining options range from seafood at the Barnacle Restaurant to local foods at The Landing, with quick bites available at Evan’s New York Style Deli and desserts at Stowaway Sweets. Marblehead boasts numerous attractions, including Castle Rock Park, Seaside Park, three yacht clubs, Tedesco Country Club, and several beaches like Black Beach and Devereux Beach. The Marblehead Museum, featuring the Jeremiah Lee Mansion, adds a historical touch. Students attend highly rated schools such as Glover Elementary School, Marblehead Veterans Middle, and Marblehead High, which offers notable extracurricular programs. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, and while public buses connect to Lynn, most residents rely on cars due to the lack of train or subway access to Boston.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Marblehead a good place to live?
Marblehead is a good place to live. Marblehead is considered fairly walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Marblehead is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Marblehead has 31 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.4 people per acre and a median age of 49. The average household income is $175,788 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 77.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Marblehead are home owners, with 21.1% of residents renting and 78.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Marblehead can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Marblehead neighborhood guide.
Is Marblehead, MA a safe neighborhood?
Marblehead, MA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Marblehead?
The median home price in Marblehead is $909,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $181,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 5.98%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,350 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $186K a year to afford the median home price in Marblehead. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Marblehead is $176K.
What are the best public schools in Marblehead?
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Are home prices dropping in Marblehead?
Yes, home prices in Marblehead are down 15% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Marblehead, MA
On average, homes in Marblehead, MA sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Marblehead, MA over the last 12 months is $908,500, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$908,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,010,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,012,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$560,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$419,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$541
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Last 12 months Home Sales
236
Median List Price
$909,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%