Boston metro, MA relocation guide
Moving to Marblehead, MA
$1,150,000Median listing price
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About Marblehead
Marblehead is a historic yachting town of narrow lanes, 17th-century homes, and two harbors. Housing runs from Old Town colonials to Marblehead Neck waterfront estates.
Home prices in Marblehead
The median listing price in Marblehead is $1,150,000.
Top places in Marblehead
- Old Town Marblehead — Washington Street and 17th-century lanes.
- Marblehead Harbor — the yachting harbor.
- Fort Sewall — the 1742 fort with harbor views.
- Devereux Beach and the Neck.
- Abbot Hall and the Spirit of '76 painting.
- Chandler Hovey Park at Marblehead Light.
Commuting from Marblehead
- No in-town Commuter Rail; nearest Newburyport/Rockport Line stations in Swampscott or Salem (approximate).
- Typical drive-plus-rail trip to North Station: roughly 45–65 minutes door to door (approximate).
- Approximate drive to downtown Boston: ~30–40 minutes via Route 128/Route 114 (longer at rush hour).
Schools in Marblehead
Public schools: Marblehead Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Marblehead FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Marblehead, MA?
The median listing price in Marblehead is $1,150,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Marblehead, MA?
No in-town Commuter Rail; nearest Newburyport/Rockport Line stations in Swampscott or Salem (approximate). - Which school district serves Marblehead, MA?
Marblehead is served by Marblehead Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.