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Property Description
PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Built in 1926 and cherished by the same family for over 60 years, this timeless Colonial blends classic charm with a highly desirable location near Preston Beach, Ware Pond, the Rail Trail and Hobbs Playground. The first floor features a fireplaced living room with beamed ceiling, a formal dining room with built-in China cabinets, a cheerful sunroom, and a brick-motif kitchen with breakfast nook and beamed ceilings. Upstairs, the second floor offers three generous sized bedrooms, a full bath and a sunny sitting area with two closets. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet and en suite bath with shower. On the third floor, you'll find two additional bedrooms, a full bath with shower, and abundant eave storage. Hardwood floors, crown moldings, perennial gardens, and a large two-car garage complete this special property's appeal. In need of some TLC, this property will be well worth your effort!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 36 Rockaway Ave
General
- Sold For: $840,000
- Taxes: $10,533 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MLSPin
- MLS ID: 73419734
- Added to Site: 150 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Lighting - Sconce, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Crown Molding, Bathroom, Sun Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Appliances: Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 3
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Bathroom 1: Half Bathroom, Vinyl Flooring, Lighting - Overhead, First
- Bathroom 2: Full Bathroom, 3/4 Bathroom, Tiled Bathroom with Tub, Second
- Bathroom 3: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet, Second
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Primary Bedroom: Yes, Second
- Bedroom 2: Closet, Hardwood Flooring, Crown Molding, Second
- Bedroom 3: Closet, Wall-to-Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Second
- Bedroom 4: Walk-In Closet(s), Wall-to-Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead, Third
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Beamed Ceilings, Hardwood Flooring, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, First
- Kitchen: Beamed Ceilings, Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Vinyl Flooring, Breakfast Bar/Nook, Exterior Access, First
- Dining Room: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Hardwood Flooring, Chair Rail, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, First
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Year Round: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Screens, Fruit Trees, Garden
- Color: Light Gray
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Paved
Location
- Area: Clifton
- County: Essex
- Driving Directions: Humphrey St. to Rockaway Ave.
School Information
- Elementary School: Glover
- Middle School: Veterans
- High School: Mhs
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Steam, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Steam, Oil
- Heating Zones: 1
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Connection for Electric Range, Connection for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Bulkhead, Unfinished
- Roof: Shingle
- Drive-In Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Square Feet: 2,415
- Sq. Ft. Source: Measured
- Living Area: 2,415 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1926
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
- Lot Dimensions: .25
- Frontage: Public
- Lot Features: Level
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Ocean, Direct Access, Walk to, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $347.83
- Tax Amount: $10,533
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures/Rstr.: Stack from 2nd and 3rd floor plumbing need replacement but plumbing is functional. Asbestos tile under kitch linoleum and mudroom. Roof is at the end of its eco life. Boiler - 2007, Oil tank - 2023, Bulk head - 2022, Most 2nd and 3rd flr windows are newer. Chimney rebuilt. Property being sold As Is
- Property ID: 24 5 0, 2020538
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Schools
Schools serving 36 Rockaway Ave
School District:Marblehead School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Marblehead High School 2 Humphrey Street, Marblehead, MA 01945 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 36 Rockaway Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/28/2025
Sold
$840,000
-4%
MLS
9/18/2025
Price Reduced
$875,000
-2.67%
MLS
8/19/2025
Listed
$899,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
36 Rockaway Ave, Marblehead, MA 01945 (MLS# 73419734) is a Single Family property that was sold at $840,000 on October 28, 2025. This property was listed by Emily Gaffney from our Marblehead Office.Want to learn more about 36 Rockaway Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Marblehead? You can browse all Marblehead real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


