Dimensions9 x 12
FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelThird
53 Sewall St, Marblehead MA 01945
Marblehead, MA 01945
$409,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$460,000
Final Sale Price:
$409,000
Difference:
$51,000 (-11.1%)
Performance Metrics
88.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
134
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$323
Sale $/sq ft:
$287
This property sold for $287 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 11.1% below the original asking price.
At 134 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 21 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$287/sq ft
Area Median
$451/sq ft
Difference
36.4%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
1880's 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath antique home located in the heart of town near shops, transportation, and restaurants. This home is nestled on a curved lot with upper back yard and bright exposure to all day lighting. Each level has charm and warmth that reflects the period in both style and layout. Location and neighborhood echoes the in-town atmosphere and convenience. One car parking multi-level yard and gardens enhance the home. Central air and gas heating provide updated utilities. This property, being sold in "as is" condition, offers an opportunity to make improvements and changes to fit a new owner's needs. Please allow 24 hour seller response time. Pre-approval or proof of funds to be presented with offer.
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Property History
Market Insights
52.7%
Price Range
136
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73567849
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Currently Listed
Aug 25, 2026
$865,000
MLS #73567849 - Active
Sold
Jan 25, 2019
$409,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 136
Listed for Sale
Aug 14, 2018
$439,000
Original listing
Agent: Rit Pierce
Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Marblehead
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/25/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $865,000 | - | - | MLS #73567849 - Active |
| 01/25/2019 | ✓ Sold | $409,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 08/14/2018 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $439,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $4,624 | $420,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,624
Tax Year 2018
Assessed Value
$420,500
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1880
Living Area
1,423 sq ft
Lot Size
0.07 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood, Plywood, Vinyl, Pine, Flooring - Wood
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range
Fireplace
None
Basement
Partial, Walk-out Access, Unfinished
Laundry
None
Features
Entrance Foyer
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, Knob & Tube Wiring
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,624
Assessed Value
$420,500
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Property Is Being Sold In As Is Condition. Knob And Tube Wiring Currently In The Home.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Red
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
136 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,423 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Dimensions8 x 12
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Vinyl
LevelThird
Dimensions9 x 12
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wood
LevelThird
Dimensions9 x 12
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wood
LevelThird
Dimensions4 x 5
FeaturesBathroom - Half, Flooring - Vinyl
LevelSecond
Dimensions12 x 12
FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelSecond
Dimensions12 x 14
FeaturesFlooring - Vinyl
LevelSecond
Dimensions12 x 19
FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelSecond
Dimensions12 x 13
FeaturesCloset
LevelFirst
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Plywood, Vinyl, Pine, Flooring - Wood
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range
Interior Features:
Entrance Foyer
Windows:
Basement:
Partial, Walk-Out Access, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1880
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Corner Lot
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Nearby Schools
School District
Marblehead School District local
A-
School Safety
2024-25
0.4%
Low
0.4%
Suspensions
0.2%
In-School
5.1% below state avg
Elementary Schools
5 schools
Devereux - Marblehead
0.7 mi
Grades PK-12
Tower School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Epstein Hillel School
1.5 mi
Grades K-08
A
Lucretia and Joseph Brown School
0.7 mi
|
#161 of 824
|
Score: 56.6
Dropped 60 spots from last year
-1.6 below state avg
445 students
Moderate
Grades PK-03
A+
Glover School
1.4 mi
|
#63 of 824
|
Score: 61.5
Improved 47 spots from last year
+3.3 above state avg
318 students
Moderate
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-03
Middle Schools
3 schools
B+
Village School
0.4 mi
|
#253 of 824
|
Score: 52.3
Dropped 64 spots from last year
-5.9 below state avg
529 students
Moderate
Grades 04-06
B+
Marblehead Community Charter Public School
0.5 mi
|
#115 of 352
|
Score: 48.0
Improved 94 spots from last year
-10.2 below state avg
192 students
Moderate
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades 04-08
A-
Marblehead Veterans Middle School
0.3 mi
|
#83 of 352
|
Score: 51.5
Dropped 30 spots from last year
-6.7 below state avg
411 students
Less Diverse
Grades 07-08
High Schools
1 school
A-
Marblehead High School
0.9 mi
|
#80 of 346
|
Score: 62.1
Dropped 37 spots from last year
+3.9 above state avg
861 students
Less Diverse
20 sports
• 2,426 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
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53 Sewall St, Marblehead MA 01945
Marblehead, MA 01945
Listing Information
Agent MLS ID
C8001089
Office MLS ID
C75100
Listing Data Updated
Jan 25, 2019 12:54 PM EST
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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