$960,000
PENDING

17 Preston Beach Rd Marblehead, MA 01945

Marblehead Area

Estimated payment $5,891/month

Total Views 1,310
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,194 Sq Ft
$438 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Property is near a beach
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • No HOA
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Sitting Room

About This Home

Lovingly cared for by the same family for over 60 years, this charming 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial is tucked away on a quiet side street just one block from Preston Beach. Freshly painted throughout with newly refinished hardwood floors, this home is move-in ready while offering the opportunity to personalize and enhance over time. A grand foyer creates a wonderful first impression and doubles as a welcoming sitting area before opening to the spacious living room. Beautiful archways connect the living and dining rooms, adding character and an easy flow for everyday living and entertaining. The sun-filled dining room overlooks the backyard, while the freshly painted kitchen features updated hardware and stainless steel appliances. Upstairs, the oversized primary suite is a true retreat with two generous closets and plenty of room for a sitting area. Three additional bedrooms provide flexible space for family, guests, or a home office. The lower level offers abundant storage, laundry, and excellent potential to create additional finished living space. Enjoy one of Marblehead's most desirable neighborhoods with Preston Beach, scenic coastline, parks, restaurants, and downtown Marblehead just moments away. Vinnin Square shopping and dining are nearby and commuting is a breeze with convenient access to the Swampscott commuter rail, providing an easy trip into Boston. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence or a coastal retreat, this home offers the perfect combination of charm, comfort and an exceptional location. Experience the best of the North Shore lifestyle!

Listing Agent

Julie Sagan

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 07/28/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,243

Year Built

  • Built in 1917

Lot Details

  • 5,506 Sq Ft Lot
  • Street terminates at a dead end

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,194 Sq Ft Home
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Sitting Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Double Vanity
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • 4 Car Parking Spaces
  • Paved Parking
  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near a beach
  • Bulkhead
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Storage

Location

  • Property is near public transit and schools

Schools

  • MHS High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • 3 Cooling Zones
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2019788

Community Details

Recreation

  • Park

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Shops

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,243

Year Built

Built in 1917

Lot Details

5,506 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1917
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • MLSPIN_ADU: N
  • MLSPIN_BEACHFRONT_FLAG: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Sitting Room
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Main,First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce
  • Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Unfinished
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2194
  • Living Area: 2194
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: BB5918
  • Insulation: Unknown

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Storage
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public, Dead End
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean, 1/10 to 3/10 To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 3

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Private School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 2019788
  • Zoning: Res
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Other
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5506
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7243

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Mhs

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Tax History

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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 $7,423 $820,200 $560,500 $259,700
2024 $9,358 $1,044,400 $794,000 $250,400
2023 $7,485 $748,500 $548,800 $199,700
2022 $7,581 $720,600 $525,500 $195,100
2021 $6,259 $600,700 $408,700 $192,000
2020 $6,262 $602,700 $420,400 $182,300
2019 $6,013 $559,900 $385,300 $174,600
2018 $6,042 $548,300 $373,700 $174,600
2017 $5,650 $513,200 $338,600 $174,600
2016 $5,567 $501,500 $326,900 $174,600
2015 $4,781 $431,500 $256,900 $174,600
2014 $4,536 $409,000 $245,200 $163,800
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/01/2026 08/01/26 Pending -- -- --
07/28/2026 07/28/26 For Sale $960,000 -- $438 / Sq Ft
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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed -- --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $300,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $150,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $100,000 No Value Available
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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73555909

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: MARB-000006-000019

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