
28 Preston Beach Road Marblehead — Photo 1 of 36
$1,050,000
28 Preston Beach Road, Marblehead, MA 01945
Marblehead, MA 01945
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
SqFt
2,870
Style
Single Family
Built
1935
Stately 4-bedroom Colonial on a quiet family-friendly cul-de-sac across from Preston Beach. The sun filled first floor features a welcoming family room, spacious living room with fireplace, formal dining room, half bath, and kitchen with direct access to the deck - perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the generous primary bedroom has balcony access, as well as 2 bright bedrooms and a full bathroom. The finished third floor provides exceptional flexibility, ideal for an au pair suite, guest space, or older teen, with a bedroom and another full bath, plus lots of additional storage. The large dry basement, with a full bathroom could be reimagined as a kids’ playroom or home gym. Recent improvements include a brand new roof and fresh paint throughout the first and second floors. Outside, the large, fenced back yard is surrounded by beautiful, mature trees, combining serene privacy with access to the Marblehead Rail Trail, offering plenty of room for gardening & entertaining as well as a detached one-car garage.
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Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 23 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Marblehead, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Gas Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Disposal • Microwave • Refrigerator • Freezer • Washer • Dryer • Range Hood
Neighborhood
Walk/Jog Trails • Bike Path
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl FirstFlooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
Dining Room
Lvl FirstCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
Kitchen
Lvl FirstCeiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Balcony / Deck, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
Family Room
Lvl Main,FirstCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Master Bedroom
Lvl SecondCeiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony - Exterior, Recessed Lighting
Bedroom 2
Lvl SecondBedroom 3
Lvl SecondFlooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 4
Lvl ThirdFlooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 1
Lvl FirstBathroom - Half, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Pendant, Pedestal Sink
Bathroom 2
Lvl SecondBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Bathroom 3
Lvl ThirdBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead, Pedestal Sink
Population
20,470
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$180K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
14.7%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Essex County
992 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-15% vs the prior 12 months) — 515 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 2,870 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 7,858 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Catherine Malone
Listing Office: MerryFox Realty
MLS® Number: 73574431
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