Discover "Twelve Lanterns," a Mediterranean villa steeped in history, perched high on rock ledge overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, a secret gem on Marblehead Neck. Designed & commissioned by Isabella Stewart Gardner in 1911, this home is a true testament to her love for Italy, Spain, & the Mediterranean w/ exquisite details like decorative tiles, arched doorways, vaulted ceilings, & a soaring tower w/ 12 windows offering panoramic views. Stroll through wooden gates, mature gardens & up stone steps, to this 4-bedroom residence w/ a primary suite on the main level. The kitchen, primary bath & windows were updated in 2003 while preserving the home's historical charm. In 2009 an additional jewel was added, a separate artist studio, complete w/ heat, electricity & 1/2 bath-perfect for creative work or large projects, w/ doors large enough for a car or boat. Other features include: a generator, outdoor pizza oven, deeded beach path & a detached 2-car garage. Timeless Charm & Modern Convenience
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Walk/jog Trails
Conservation Area
House Of Worship
Public School
Shopping
Golf
Park
Bike Path
Tennis Court(s)
Marina
Private School
Sidewalks
General Information for 246 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, Massachusetts 01945
Property TypeResidential
Property Sub TypeResidential
Price$1,999,000
Price per sqft$818.26
MLS #73304663
Handicap Access / FeaturesNo
List Date2024-10-21
List Price$1,999,000
Special Listing Conditions
Specific Zoning CodeLSR
StateMassachusetts
Street NameOcean Ave
Style
TownMarblehead
CityMarblehead
Zip Code01945
CountyEssex
StatusActive
MLS Status
AssociationNo
Covered Parking Spaces2
Energy FeaturesNo
Heating Y/NYes
Heating System
Heat Zones4
Attached/DetachedNo
Sold Date22/01/2025
Green Energy EfficientThermostat
Green Energy Generation
Property C TypeResidential
Property Sub TypeResidential
C_SType_TempSingle Family
Property C StyleDetached
Building Area SourceMeasured
Building Area Total2443
Building Area Units0
CarportNo
Close Date
Close Price$0
Covered Parking Spaces2
Listing Service
UnparsedAddress246 Ocean Ave, Marblehead MA 01945
Zoning
Interior Features for 246 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, Massachusetts 01945
Master BathYes
* Approx. Living Area Total2,443 sq ft
Living Area Includes BasementNo
* Living Area Source5
Bedrooms4
* # Fireplaces1
Bathrooms (Total)2.5
Full Baths2
* # Half Baths1
* # Rooms
Basement
* CoolingNo
Heating System
Appliances
Air ConditioningNo
* CoolingNo
4
Energy FeaturesNo
Electric
Living Area DisclosureDoes not include 575 square feet in the detached A
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Door FeaturesFrench Doors, Insulated Doors
ElectricYes
Electric$0
MLS Area (Major)Marblehead Neck
OffMarketDate24/12/2024
Exterior Features for 246 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, Massachusetts 01945
* Approximate Lot Size0.44 acres
Covered Parking Spaces2
Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping
* Parking Spaces4
* Sewer Utilities
* Water Utilities
* Year Built1911
Year Built Details
Year Built SourceOwner
Year Built Effective
Construction MaterialsFrame, Stone
Exterior Features
Foundation Area
Foundation MaterialsGranite,Other
Approx. Street Frontage
Horse PermittedNo
Horse Amenities
Parking Features
Utilities
Lot Size (Square Feet)19,235 Sqft
Disclosures for 246 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, Massachusetts 01945
Buyer Agent Compensation
ContingencyPending P&S
Financing
Disclosures
Documents Available
Exclusions
For Sale By OwnerNo
MLSPIN_COMP_BASED_ON
MLSPIN_COOP_COMP
MLSPIN_DISCLOSUREN
Lead PaintUnknown
Living Area DisclosureDoes not include 575 square feet in the detached A
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Senior Community
Short Sale / Foreclosure (bank owned)
Facilitator Compensation
TransactionBrokerCompensationType
BuyerAgencyCompensationType
Financial Information for 246 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, Massachusetts 01945
Association Fee$0
Association Fee Frequency
Associaton Fee Includes
AssociationNo
Assessed Value
Real Estate Tax$0
Tax Year
MLSPIN_SOLD_PRICE_PER_SQFT$0
OriginalListPrice$2,149,000
Lifestyle Information for 246 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, Massachusetts 01945
Association Amenities
FireplaceYNNo
Frontage Type
GarageYNNo
Waterview
Pool Features
PoolPrivateYNNo
SeniorCommunityYN
Waterfront Features0 To 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Front, Beach Ownership(private, Deeded Rights), Direct Access, Ocean, Walk To
Location information for 246 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, Massachusetts 01945
Elementary School
Middle School
High School
Neighborhood/Sub-Division
Neighborhood (WPL, not MLS)Ipswich
Marketing History for 246 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, Massachusetts 01945
MLSPIN_MARKET_TIME_BROKER65
MLSPIN_MARKET_TIME_PROPERTY242
PurchaseContractDate2024-12-10
Agent Information for 246 Ocean Ave, Marblehead, Massachusetts 01945