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Listing broker remarks

20 Crowninshield Road offers a rare chance to own an exceptional waterfront estate on 2.25 oceanfront acres in one of the North Shore's most coveted settings. Designed to maximize ocean views from nearly every room, this completely rebuilt, six-bedroom residence features six full baths, three half baths, 10-ft ceilings, radiant & central air, a chef's kitchen, private office, and a dramatic ribbon staircase with custom millwork and a seamless coplanar design throughout, offering effortless indoor-outdoor entertaining. An elevator and threshold-free layout offer effortless accessibility. The primary suite offers sweeping water views, 2 gas fireplaces, dual walk-ins, an Ipe deck, and a private outdoor shower. Amenities include a wine cellar, sauna, steam room, pool, grill station, and a hot tub beneath a retractable Ipe deck. Complete with a guest/staff suite, 4-car garage, landscaped grounds, and exclusive access to a neighborhood beach, dock, and mooring. Not in the FEMA flood zone.— William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Key details

  • 7,013 sq ft
  • 2.25 acres
  • 6 beds
  • 7.5 baths
  • 1870 built
  • $2,994 / sq ft
  • $53,744 2026 taxes
  • HOA yearly
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠3⁠9⁠9⁠7⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
20 CROWNINSHIELD ROAD
Town
Marblehead, MA
ZIP
01945
Deed (Bk/Pg)
37134 / 180

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Crowninshield, Francis Boardman Cottage · includes MAR.AN

What this means for buyers →

Map

Neighborhood: Doliber Cove and Grace Olivers Beach. Road Association.

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.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.