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Listing broker remarks

Steps from Fort Sewall, Fort Beach & Marblehead Harbor, with the iconic Marblehead Lighthouse framing your street view, this completely reimagined gem is as rare as its location. Meticulously renovated 4 years ago, every inch of this stunning single-family home reflects exceptional craftsmanship & timeless design. Expansive windows with plantation shutters fill the home with natural light, while the cathedral-ceiling living area dazzles with shiplap ceilings, crown molding, reclaimed wood details & gas fireplace open to a chef’s kitchen with Wolf 4-burner gas range, Sub-Zero refrigerator & marble countertops. Main level primary bedroom beside renovated full bath. Loft offers office, sitting & guest sleeping space. Relax with coffee in the private courtyard. Finished basement with laundry, oversized closets & storage. Private 1-car garage with second off street space completes this exceptional Old Town retreat near shops, restaurants & waterfront dining.— Sagan Harborside Sotheby's International Realty

Key details

  • 1,206 sq ft
  • 2,252 lot sq ft
  • 1 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 1760 built
  • $1,239 / sq ft
  • $6,861 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠2⁠4⁠2⁠8⁠1⁠
Last updated
Address
31 Franklin St
Town
Marblehead, MA
ZIP
01945
Deed (Bk/Pg)
34902 / 370

Historic designations

National Register
Marblehead Historic District
Local Historic District
Old Town Historic District
MACRIS Inventory
Franklin and Selman Streets · includes MAR.734

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Marblehead

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.