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About this home
Coastal Living Awaits at 17 Watson Street, Marblehead, MA! Your opportunity to make the move to Marblehead is here! This home boasts a wonderful 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offering the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm. Move-in ready and full of possibilities, this home offers the space and flexibility you need to settle in and start enjoying the lifestyle you've been dreaming of. Inside, you'll find a welcoming layout with room to spread out, including the flexibility for a dedicated home office or workout area. Ample parking makes everyday living and entertaining easy, while the great yard offers the perfect setting for outdoor gatherings, relaxing afternoons, or simply enjoying the fresh coastal air. And the location? It's all about the Marblehead lifestyle! Enjoy the charm of this beloved seaside community, with the ocean, boating, golf, local shops, restaurants, and everyday conveniences all part of the picture. From days spent on the water to evenings exploring the town's wonderful dining scene, Marblehead offers a special blend of New England character, coastal beauty, and community spirit. Whether you're looking for more space, a home office, room to enjoy the outdoors, or the opportunity to embrace life by the sea, 17 Watson Street is ready to welcome you, home. Come discover the home, the community, and the coastal lifestyle that make Marblehead so special!
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
6,650 sq ftLot Size
$539Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Mark Sciaraffa• Sciaraffa Real Estate, LLC
Marblehead Historic District, located between Old Town Harbor and Marblehead Neck, is a historic and coastal Marblehead neighborhood with narrow colonial lanes and working waterfront views. Washington Street concentrates the district’s character, where small galleries, independent shops, and harbor-facing eateries line the sidewalks. The Jeremiah Lee Mansion and the Marblehead Museum anchor local history in preserved 17th- and 18th-century streetscapes. Crocker Park’s hillside paths frame sailboat masts and granite ledges above the water. Pocket greens and brick sidewalks connect clapboard capes, saltbox houses, and tucked-away courtyards. The harborfront sets the daily rhythm, from dinghy docks to sunset walks along the seawall.
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Market insights
17 Watson St · $1,199,999
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 23 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.1%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,199,999
Median sale price in this area is $755,937. (37% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
21% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Fireplace
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Range, microwave, refrigerator, freezer
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Laundry in basement
Flooring
Wood flooring
Heating & cooling
Hot water and steam heating with natural gas
Window-unit cooling
Exterior features
Ocean nearby
Public beach access 1 to 2 miles away
Public road frontage
Home design
Single-family residence
Parking
Paved, off-street driveway parking for 4 vehicles
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Circuit breakers
200+ amp electrical service
HOA & community
Near public transportation, shopping, tennis courts, parks, walking and jogging trails, golf, medical facilities, bike paths, highway access, a marina, and the T-Station
Electricity and solar
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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.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,855 (+4.4%)
$676,300 + $209,200
$885,500
2022
$8,484 (+2.7%)
$603,900 + $202,600
$806,500
2021
$8,261 (+4.5%)
$591,800 + $201,000
$792,800
2020
$7,903 (+1.6%)
$579,700 + $180,900
$760,600
2019
$7,780 (+6.3%)
$543,500 + $180,900
$724,400
2018
$7,317 (+3.9%)
$483,100 + $180,900
$664,000
2017
$7,044 (+7.3%)
$458,900 + $180,900
$639,800
2016
$6,566 (+8.3%)
$410,600 + $180,900
$591,500
2014
$6,063 (+7.0%)
$386,500 + $160,200
$546,700
2013
$5,669 (−1.4%)
$362,300 + $160,200
$522,500
2012
$5,751 (+3.0%)
$386,500 + $160,200
$546,700
2011
$5,582 (−7.0%)
$386,500 + $160,200
$546,700
2010
$6,005 (+12.7%)
$458,900 + $168,600
$627,500
2009
$5,326
$451,800 + $140,600
$592,400
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,722
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,722
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
2025378
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 14, 2026.
May 5, 2025 • Active
Express
Perform residential weatherization and air sealing. No structural changes are included.
Remodel
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Marblehead, MA • 01945
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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48
53
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26
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 25% for direct sun exposure in Marblehead. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 17 Watson St
$1,208,192
$8,193 over list price of $1.20M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $830K to $1.3M.