4 Ballast Ln, Marblehead, MA, 01945
About This Home
Perched on spectacular Marblehead Neck, this renovated Victorian blends timeless charm with modern comfort. A wood-burning fireplace, chef’s kitchen with high-end appliances, butler’s pantry, wraparound porch, and new deck set the tone for gracious living. Sunlight fills every room, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. The first floor offers seamless spaces for gathering, while the second includes four bedrooms—one en suite—plus a full bath and convenient laundry. The third floor is a private retreat with ocean peeks. Enjoy a fenced yard, three-car parking with EV charging, and an unfinished basement (~1,000 sf) and garage ready for your vision. With easy access to Marblehead’s beaches, shops, restaurants, and historic waterfront, this home offers the best of coastal New England living. Schedule your visit today!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete,Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Internet Available - Broadband,High Speed Internet
- Window features: Insulated Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 2,736
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas,Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,736
- Total interior livable area: 2,736 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:0915 B:0011 L:0,2028197
- Zoning: LSR
- Exclusions: Wall Sconces In Family Room On First Floor Are Not Included With Property Purchase.
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch,Deck,Patio
- Exterior features: Porch,Deck,Patio,Professional Landscaping,Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Waterfront features: Ocean,1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach,Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Lot size: 8,795 sqft
- Features: Easements,Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached,Oversized,Paved Drive,Off Street,Stone/Gravel,Paved
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Hurricane
- Ice Storm
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $13,399 | $160,788 |
| Home Insurance * | $844 | $10,128 |
| Property Taxes | $1,981 | $23,772 |
| Electricity | $539 | $6,474 |
| Total | $16,763 | $201,156 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-17 | Listed for sale | $2,650,000 |
| 2025-07-07 | Listing removed | $2,750,000 |
| 2025-03-18 | Listed for sale | $2,750,000 |
| 2017-04-21 | Sold | $895,000 |
| 2017-03-19 | Pending sale | $895,000 |
| 2017-03-16 | Listed for sale | $895,000 |
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