Views - Fixer Upper - Golf Course
Address
246 Ocean Avenue, Marblehead, MA
Price
$ 2,595,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#73222161
  • TypeSingle Family
  • CountyESSEX
  • CityMarblehead
  • AreaMarblehead Neck
  • Zip01945
  • StyleVilla,Italianate
  • Year Built1911
  • Taxes$ 20031
  • Price$ 2,595,000
  • Bedrooms4
  • Full Bathrooms2
  • Half Bathrooms1
  • Sqr Footage2518
  • Lot Size0.44 Acres
Data Source:
Massachusetts MLS Property Info Network (MLSPIN)
Property Description

"TWELVE LANTERNS" - A small Mediterranean villa on Marblehead Neck, known as " Isabella Stewart Gardner's Marblehead Secret". This distinctive villa was planned, commissioned and supervised through construction by Mrs. Gardner herself in 1911. "Twelve Lanterns" sits high on a rock ledge overlooking the ocean and comes with a DEEDED BEACH PATH. A covered arch and stone steps lead to its entrance. Inside, the Great Room has an enormous fireplace, vaulted ceilings, detailed original woodwork and beams. There are 4 bedrooms in total, the primary suite, on the main level,has a spacious custom tiled bath and walk-in closet. The kitchen and baths are updated to modern standards. The decorative tiles, balconies and arched doorways add to its intrigue. The Tower Room, with 12 large windows, has limitless views of the ocean, harbor and town. Beautiful gardens, flowering climbing vines and a wood burning pizza oven compliment the property. Included is a LARGE HEATED ARTIST STUDIO & 2 car garage.

Price History
4/10/2024 Listed $2,595,000

General Features

Interior Features Walk-In Closet(s),Cathedral Ceiling(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Loft,Wine Cellar,Home Office,Bonus Room,Mud Room,Wired for Sound,Internet Available - Unknown
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Gravity,Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air,Dual
Utilities for Gas Range,for Electric Oven,for Electric Dryer,Washer Hookup,Generator Connection
Roof Clay
Appliances Electric Water Heater,Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Wine Refrigerator,Range Hood
Exterior Features Porch,Patio,Professional Landscaping,Sprinkler System,Decorative Lighting,Screens,Fenced Yard
Zoning LSR
Garage Spaces 2
Patio/Porch Features Porch,Patio
Architectural Style Villa,Italianate
Security Features Security System
Construction Materials Frame,Stone
Year Built 1911
Electric Generator,Circuit Breakers,200+ Amp Service,Generator Connection
View Scenic View(s)
Property SubType Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2024
Waterfront Features Beach Front,Beach Access,Ocean,Walk to,0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach,Beach Ownership(Private,Deeded Rights)
Community Features Shopping,Park,Walk/Jog Trails,Golf,Conservation Area,House of Worship,Marina,Public School
Accessibility No
County Essex
Property Type Residential
HOA / Comm Assn No
Attached Garage No
Garage Y/N Yes
Other Structures Workshop
Total Rooms 10
Status Active
Directions MARBLEHEAD NECK,RIGHT ONTO OCEAN AVENUE,ACROSS FROM SARGENT ROAD LOOP.
City Marblehead
Disclosures PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AS IS.
View Y/N Yes
Senior Community Y/N No
MLS Area Marblehead Neck
Lot Size Square Feet 19235
Waterfront Y/N No
Carport Y/N No
Street Name Ocean Avenue
Property Attached Y/N No
Year Built Details Actual
Tax Annual Amount 20031
Home Warranty Y/N No
Building Area Units Square Feet
Master on main Second
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Owner
Tax Assessed Value 2003100
Compensation Based On Net Sale Price
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered No

Interior Features

Basement Partial,Unfinished
Flooring Tile,Hardwood,Stone / Slate,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Concrete
Total Fireplaces 1
Kitchen Level Second
Air Conditioning Y/N Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Window Features Storm Window(s),Screens
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features First Floor,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Total Bedrooms 4
Living Room Level Second
Kitchen Features Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
Total Baths 3
Master Bathroom Features Yes
Living Room Features Cathedral Ceiling(s),Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 4 Features Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bedroom 3 Features Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2 Features Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access
Dining Room Features Cathedral Ceiling(s),Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Slider,Lighting - Overhead
Kitchen Area 154
Kitchen Length 14
Kitchen Width 11
Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor 168
Second Bedroom Length 14
Second Bedroom Width 12
Bedroom 3 Area 168
Bedroom 3 Length 14
Bedroom 3 Width 12
Bedroom 4 Area 132
Bedroom 4 Length 12
Bedroom 4 Width 11
Dining Room Area 11
Dining Room Width 10
Living Room Area 390
Living Room Length 26
Living Room Width 15
Master Bedroom Area 168
Master Bedroom Features Bathroom - Full,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
Master Bedroom Length 14
Master Bedroom Width 12
Dining Room Level Second
Dining Room Area 110
Bedroom 4 Level First
Bedroom 3 Level First
Second Bedroom Level First
Bathroom 1 Level Second
Bathroom 2 Level First

Exterior Features

Fencing Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Parking Features Detached,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Side,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Lot Features Gentle Sloping
Water Source Public
Total Parking 4
Lot Size Area 0.44
Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter,Granite,Irregular,Other
Spa No
Building Area Total 2518
Lot Size Acres 0.44
Road Surface Type Paved
Lot Size Units Acres
Covered Spaces 2
Door Features French Doors
Road Frontage Type Public
Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road
Open Parking Y/N Yes

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 01945

Price
AVG $2.16M
$2.6M
Taxes
AVG $14,794
$20,031
Visits
AVG 425
192
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®
Year Built
AVG 1932
1911

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