$635,000
SOLD SEP 30, 2025

159 Elm St Unit 1 Marblehead, MA 01945

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,080 Sq Ft
1735 Built

Recently Sold

$588 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Open Floorplan
  • Marblehead High School Rated A
  • Medical Services
  • Custom Closet System

About This Home

As of September 2025

In-Town Charmer with Garden Oasis. Live in the heart of Marblehead—steps to Marblehead Harbor, shops, movie theatre, museum, and dining! This beautifully maintained charming home offers sunny living spaces, pumpkin pine floors, a renovated stainless and granite kitchen, open floor plan, 2 fireplaces* and a dreamy private brick patio surrounded by gardens. Flexible layout includes 2 bedrooms, renovated 1.5 baths, in-unit laundry, skylights, and tons of closet space. Ample parking for 2 cars right at your door! All-gas systems = comfort + efficiency. Loads of storage in the many in unit closets as well as the full head height basement area for bikes and seasonal storage. Conveniently set back away from the street. Charm, location & lifestyle all in one! Pet friendly. No Monthly HOA fee. 2 units in the Condominium ownership pay Homeowners Insurance, Landscaping and snow removal. 1/3 paid by Unit 1 and 2/3 paid by unit 2.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steven White

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services Listed on: 08/05/2025

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Last Buyer's Agent

Lindsey Walker

Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead

Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,959

Year Built

  • Built in 1735 | Remodeled

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Frame Construction
  • Blown Fiberglass Insulation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,080 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Dining Area
  • Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Parking

  • 2 Car Parking Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Deeded Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Public/Private Elementary And Middle School
  • Public/Private High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 2 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Baseboard Heating

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Garden

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 1 / 14
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2024648

Community Details

Overview

  • 2 Units
  • 159 Elm Street Condominium Community
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,959

Year Built

Built in 1735 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Year Built: 1735
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Street)
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Third
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Skylight, Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Remodeled
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Third
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Half, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Wood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
  • Laundry Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Third Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access, Remodeled
  • Basement: Y
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1080
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 1080
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • MAIN LO: M59500
  • MAIN SO: AN6181
  • Insulation: Partial, Fiberglass, Unknown

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Garden
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Harbor, Ocean, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Deeded
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: No Management, Other (See Remarks)

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: N/A

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 2024648
  • Zoning: U
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4959.44
  • Tax Block: 14
  • Tax Lot: 1

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Public/Private
  • Elementary School: Public/Private
  • Middle Or Junior School: Public/Private

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 5, 2025
Closed on
Sep 30, 2025
Sold by
Jamison-Hitchcock Jret and Jamison-Hitchcock Jamison
Bought by
Bababekov Yekaterina
Seller's Agent
Steven White
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Buyer's Agent
Lindsey Walker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead
List Price
$645,000
Sold Price
$635,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.55%
Views
75

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.03%
Original Mortgage
$508,000
Outstanding Balance
$507,548
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$133,958

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 11, 2020
Sold by
Hitchcock Sally R and Jamison Dennis F
Bought by
Jamison Hitchcock Ret and Hitchcock

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 21, 2018
Closed on
Sep 26, 2018
Sold by
Fitzgerald Karen A
Bought by
Hitchcock Sally R and Jamison Dennis F
Seller's Agent
Lynne Breed
Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sullivan Team
RE/MAX Beacon
List Price
$399,000
Sold Price
$395,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-1%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.00%
Original Mortgage
$276,500
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 1989
Sold by
Fitzgerald David
Bought by
Fitzgerald Karen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
10.92%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $635,000 --
Condominium Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed $395,000 --
Not Resolvable $395,000 --
Deed $165,000 --
Deed $165,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $508,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $276,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $92,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $118,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $120,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/30/2025 09/30/25 Sold $635,000 -1.6% $588 / Sq Ft
08/18/2025 08/18/25 Pending -- -- --
08/05/2025 08/05/25 For Sale $645,000 +63.3% $597 / Sq Ft
09/26/2018 09/26/18 Sold $395,000 -1.0% $366 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/27/2018 08/27/18 Pending -- -- --
08/21/2018 08/21/18 For Sale $399,000 -- $369 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,954 $547,400 $0 $547,400
2024 $4,916 $548,700 $0 $548,700
2023 $4,397 $439,700 $0 $439,700
2022 $4,220 $401,100 $0 $401,100
2021 $4,129 $396,300 $0 $396,300
2020 $3,517 $338,500 $0 $338,500
2019 $3,100 $288,600 $0 $288,600
2018 $2,783 $252,500 $0 $252,500
2017 $2,604 $236,500 $0 $236,500
2016 $2,422 $218,200 $0 $218,200
2015 $2,165 $195,400 $0 $195,400
2014 $2,082 $187,700 $0 $187,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73413994

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: MARB-000128-000014-000001