Classic New England Colonial charm meets coastal living in Marblehead! Set on a picturesque, tree-lined street in the Clifton/Glover area, this 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial offers 1,714 sq. ft. of character-filled living, hardwood floors, a detached garage and a fenced backyard with beautiful perennial gardens—all just minutes from Preston Beach.Enjoy exceptional proximity to Glover School, Vinnin Square, Tedesco Country Club and the Lynch/Van Otterloo YMCA, with easy access to downtown Marblehead and the Swampscott commuter rail. Your introduction to 43 Ruby Avenue begins before you even enter through the front door. A sun-filled three-season porch lined with beautiful windows creates a welcoming spot for morning coffee, a good book or simply watching the neighborhood go by. The front door leads inside to an elegant foyer and a home filled with natural light, hardwood floors, original character and timeless New England details.The living room flows naturally into the dining room with an original built-in china cabinet adding craftsmanship and history. A new slider opens to the deck overlooking one of the home's most special features—a fenced backyard filled with mature perennial gardens lovingly planted, cultivated and cared for over the last 30 years. Follow the garden path along the side of the home and through the vine-covered trellis to a private outdoor retreat that has been decades in the making. At the rear of the home, French doors connect the deck and backyard to a convenient mudroom/drop zone and kitchen, with easy access to the driveway and detached garage.Upstairs are four bedrooms and a full bath, providing wonderful flexibility for today's lifestyle. Don't need four bedrooms? Create the home office, craft room, dressing room or creative space you've been wanting. With four bedrooms, hardwood floors, flexible living space, a detached garage, deck, fenced backyard, established perennial gardens and a location close to the beach, schools, shopping and commuter access, 43 Ruby Avenue offers the opportunity to enjoy the charm, character and coastal lifestyle of Marblehead.
Single-familyProperty Type
1910Year Built
3,999 sq ftLot Size
$513Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Gayle MacEachern Colinet• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Listed by • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Bought with Margaret Belmonte• Leading Edge Real Estate
Est. $3,854 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 43 Ruby Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73584135
Nov 9, 2026
Sold
$879,900
$513/sq ft
Oct 25, 2026
Pending
—
Oct 11, 2026
Contingent
—
Sep 29, 2026
Listed
$879,900
$513/sq ft
MLS PIN #12005166
Oct 22, 1993
Sold
$172,000
$100/sq ft
Sep 4, 1993
Listing Removed
—
May 31, 1993
Listed
$179,900
$105/sq ft
BEST 4 BEDROOM VALUE IN MARBLEHEAD.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,118 (+3.5%)
$457,100 + $154,700
$611,800
2022
$5,910 (+7.6%)
$412,600 + $149,200
$561,800
2021
$5,491 (+2.6%)
$379,100 + $147,900
$527,000
2020
$5,352 (+3.5%)
$379,100 + $136,000
$515,100
2019
$5,173 (+2.2%)
$345,700 + $136,000
$481,700
2018
$5,063 (+5.2%)
$323,400 + $136,000
$459,400
2017
$4,812 (+4.5%)
$301,100 + $136,000
$437,100
2016
$4,604 (+10.4%)
$278,800 + $136,000
$414,800
2014
$4,169 (+2.2%)
$234,100 + $141,800
$375,900
2013
$4,079 (+0.2%)
$234,100 + $141,800
$375,900
2012
$4,072 (+3.0%)
$245,300 + $141,800
$387,100
2011
$3,952 (+4.7%)
$245,300 + $141,800
$387,100
2010
$3,774 (−0.3%)
$245,300 + $149,100
$394,400
2009
$3,786
$294,000 + $127,100
$421,100
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,920 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,714
Year built
1910
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
2020173
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Open Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Second
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Living Room Information
Level: First
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor
Appliances
Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,714
Foundation Details: Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Lght Beige
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Garden
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1714
Below Grade Finished Area: 801
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
Waterfront Features: Ocean, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,806
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Glover
Middle Or Junior School: Village/Vets
High School: Marblehead High School
Location Information
Directions: Vinnin Square to Tedesco to West Street to Ruby Avenue
UnparsedAddress: 43 Ruby Avenue, Marblehead MA 01945
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Bike Path, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,714
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,920 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2020173
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
Exclusions: See Seller Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Glover Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
Marblehead Veterans Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
9/10
Marblehead High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
7/10 Wind Factor
78% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Marblehead, MA • 01945
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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22°
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77°
62°
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66°
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62°
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49°
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39°
40°
26°
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Aug
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Dec
Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Marblehead. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
5.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$867,000 – $1.05M
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