$970,000
SOLD DEC 23, 2024

17 Watson St Marblehead, MA 01945

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,228 Sq Ft
6,650 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$435 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Marblehead High School Rated A
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of December 2024

This Marblehead home is the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience, ideally located between the iconic Historic District and the lively downtown business area. Enjoy leisurely strolls to all Marblehead has to offer, including historic landmarks, Marblehead Harbor, parks, boutique shops, a variety of restaurants, and even a classic movie theater. This home offers 3-4 bedrooms and an inviting layout with beautiful hardwood floors throughout and a charming fireplace as the centerpiece. Unwind on the lovely porch while taking in views of Abbot Hall, a Marblehead landmark. The spacious walk-out lower level provides direct access to a large, private yard, ideal for gatherings or just enjoying the outdoors. Whether you’re looking to be close to the vibrant heart of Marblehead or a stone's throw from the peaceful harbor, this home offers the best of both worlds.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jack Attridge

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services Listed on: 11/12/2024

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Last Buyer's Agent

Tanya Vulikh

Sherman Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,301

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 6,650 Sq Ft Lot
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Fenced
  • Property is zoned CR

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Blown Fiberglass Insulation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,228 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Home Office

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Block Basement Construction
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

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

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Brown Elementary School
  • Veterans Middle School
  • Marblehead High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Knob And Tube Electrical Wiring
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:0134 B:0059 L:0,2025378

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,301

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Office
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 143
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 143
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.5
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 182
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 24
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Area: 49
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Basement
  • Bathroom 3 Area: 16
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 154
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Vinyl
  • Room Kitchen Area: 143
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Area: 286
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Room Office Area: 126
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Partial, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Concrete
  • Living Area: 2228
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: M59500
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 470.83
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 435.37
  • MAIN SO: AN0434
  • Insulation: Fiberglass

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Block
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Electric: Knob & Tube Wiring
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • SEWAGE DISTRICT: SESD
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Private School, Public School, University, Sidewalks
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:0134 B:0059 L:0,2025378
  • Zoning: CR
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Size Area: 0.15
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6650
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 44
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9301
  • Tax Book Number: 27529

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Marblehead High
  • Elementary School: Brown
  • Middle Or Junior School: Veterans

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $727,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $40,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $40,000 No Value Available
Closed $25,000 No Value Available
Closed $13,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/23/2024 12/23/24 Sold $970,000 -7.5% $435 / Sq Ft
11/18/2024 11/18/24 Pending -- -- --
11/12/2024 11/12/24 For Sale $1,049,000 -- $471 / 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 $9,439 $1,043,000 $785,000 $258,000
2024 $9,301 $1,038,100 $785,000 $253,100
2023 $8,855 $885,500 $676,300 $209,200
2022 $8,484 $806,500 $603,900 $202,600
2021 $8,261 $792,800 $591,800 $201,000
2020 $7,903 $760,600 $579,700 $180,900
2019 $7,780 $724,400 $543,500 $180,900
2018 $7,317 $664,000 $483,100 $180,900
2017 $7,044 $639,800 $458,900 $180,900
2016 $6,566 $591,500 $410,600 $180,900
2015 $6,114 $551,800 $386,500 $165,300
2014 $6,063 $546,700 $386,500 $160,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73311761

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: MARB-000134-000059