Enjoy the best of coastal living in a coveted Marblehead Neck location. This inviting seven-room home offers three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, including a spacious primary suite with cathedral ceilings, generous closet space, a private en-suite bath, and its own balcony. The beautifully updated kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining area, while a large fireplaced living room and spacious family room provide plenty of room for relaxing and entertaining. A full basement offers excellent storage, and the two-car garage adds convenience and additional storage space. Ideally situated just steps from the Marblehead Neck Wildlife Sanctuary and close to beaches, the ocean, harbor, and yacht clubs - this is a wonderful opportunity to embrace the Marblehead lifestyle.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
6,081 sq ftLot Size
$536Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Team Harborside• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Kaitlin O'Sullivan• The Agency Marblehead
Est. $3,953 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 8 Risley Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73555940
Sep 11, 2026
Sold
$1,125,000
$536/sq ft
Aug 27, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 14, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 28, 2026
Listed
$1,195,000
$569/sq ft
MLSPIN #73403405
Jul 16, 2025
Rental Removed
$3,250
$2/sq ft
Jul 12, 2025
Listed for Rent
$3,250
$2/sq ft
MLS PIN #71509451
Dec 12, 2013
Sold
$632,000
$301/sq ft
Oct 18, 2013
Contingent
—
Oct 1, 2013
Price Changed
$649,000
$309/sq ft
Sep 10, 2013
Relisted
—
Aug 28, 2013
Contingent
—
May 15, 2013
Price Changed
$689,000
$328/sq ft
Apr 16, 2013
Listed
$729,000
$347/sq ft
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MARBLEHEAD NECK. This beautiful 3 bedroom home was built taking full advantage of the privacy and scenic views of the Bird Sanctuary on Marblehead Neck. Features include a large, fireplaced living room and adjacent dining room, a spacious kitchen with walk-in pantry, open family room with access to an outside deck, Master Suite with cathedral ceiling, double closet and upper level balcony, basement with workshop, off-street parking for 6 or more cars and an attached 2-car garage.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,531 (+0.9%)
$823,100 + $230,000
$1,053,100
2022
$10,441 (+3.4%)
$769,700 + $222,800
$992,500
2021
$10,100 (−2.8%)
$748,300 + $221,000
$969,300
2020
$10,392 (+8.3%)
$801,800 + $198,400
$1,000,200
2019
$9,594 (+8.6%)
$694,900 + $198,400
$893,300
2018
$8,838 (+3.5%)
$620,000 + $182,000
$802,000
2017
$8,536 (+6.7%)
$598,700 + $176,600
$775,300
2016
$8,003 (+1.1%)
$555,900 + $165,100
$721,000
2014
$7,916 (+10.5%)
$536,500 + $177,300
$713,800
2013
$7,163 (+8.4%)
$482,900 + $177,300
$660,200
2012
$6,607 (+3.0%)
$450,700 + $177,300
$628,000
2011
$6,412 (+5.1%)
$450,700 + $177,300
$628,000
2010
$6,098 (+16.8%)
$450,700 + $186,500
$637,200
2009
$5,223
$425,000 + $156,000
$581,000
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,100
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
2027980
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: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Open Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 5
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Waterfront Features: Harbor, Ocean, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,603
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Ductless
Location
Location Information
Directions: Across the Causeway on Ocean Ave and continue to Risley. Make a left onto Risley
UnparsedAddress: 8 Risley Rd, Marblehead MA 01945
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,100
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 2027980
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Village School
Public 4-6 • Assigned • 1.5mi
7/10
Marblehead Veterans Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
Marblehead High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Marblehead, MA • 01945
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
34
22
36
22
49
33
56
41
66
51
77
62
81
67
77
62
72
58
63
48
53
39
40
26
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
87/ 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.
8.2 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$1.16M – $1.40M
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