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281 East Main St, Gloucester MA 01930

Gloucester, MA 01930 • East Gloucester
$1,300,000
Est. $6,919/month
6
Beds
3
Baths
2,190
Sq Ft
$594
Price/Sq Ft
0.21
Acres
1900
Year Built
Multi Family
Type
70
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 28, 2025 • MLS# 73265231

About this home

Rocky Neck area! Rare opportunity to buy 2 water view year-round single-family homes on 1 lot! Main house is a 4 BR, 2 BA Col. with 1 car gar. under which was completely gut renovated right down to the studs! Like brand new condition! Situated closer to Smith Cove is a separate detached 4 RM, 2 BR, 1 BA year-round completely renovated Cottage currently being used for a home occupation business but could also easily be overflow guest quarters or vacation rental home! Several decks offer views of Gloucester Harbor and Smith Cove to enjoy the boating activity, sunsets, and fireworks! Main house has beautiful maple cabinet kitchen w/granite counters, ss appliances, breakfast bar, and cathedral ceilings. Excellent location at the entrance to America's oldest art colony. Rocky Neck offers many restaurants, art galleries, shops, marina, and cultural center. Nearby Niles Beach is a nice neighborhood beach just a short stroll around the corner and just a few doors away is Gloucester Stage Co.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,425,000
Final Sale Price: $1,300,000
Difference: $125,000 (-8.8%)
Performance Metrics
91.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
70
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $651
Sale $/sq ft: $594
This property sold for $594 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 8.8% below the original asking price.

The property spent 70 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Multi Family
Property Category
Residential Income
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,190 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Stories
3
Levels
3

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Varies, Hardwood, Stone/Ceramic Tile
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control, Forced Air
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air, Individual, Unit Control, Ductless
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral/Vaulted Ceilings, Storage, Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom with Shower Stall, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Basement Details
Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Garage Access, Concrete
Window Features
Picture Window, Insulated Windows
Door Features
Insulated Doors

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone, Brick/Mortar
Foundation Area
1,140 sq ft
Exterior Features
Balcony/Deck, Garden, Stone Wall
Patio/Porch Features
Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Features
Harbor, Walk to, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.21 acres
Lot Size
9,027 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.2100
Lot Features
Gentle Sloping
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
4
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
1

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Individually Metered
Security Features
Security System

Community & HOA

Community Features
Sidewalks
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$9,447
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$970,900
Tax Lot
38
Tax Map Number
80
Parcel Number
1897832
Zoning
R10

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate,Renovated Since
Disclosures
Subject to Seller finding suitable housing prior to closing. Seller intends to do an IRS Sec. 1031 Tax deferred exchange.

Location

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Neighborhood

East Gloucester

281 East Main St, Gloucester MA 01930

Gloucester, MA 01930

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
East Veterans
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
O'maley
Rating information coming soon
High School
Gloucester Hs
Rating information coming soon

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $787
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

1.9%
Price Range
72
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Nov 14, 2024
$1,300,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 72
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Listed for Sale
Jul 16, 2024
$1,325,000
Original listing
Agent: Lane Team Office: North Shore's Gold Coast Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jul 16, 2024 New Listing Added $1,325,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
70 days
Price per Sq Ft
$594

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $9,447 $970,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,447
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$970,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent Lane Team
Listing Office North Shore's Gold Coast Realty
Agent MLS ID TEAM0293
Office MLS ID C95247

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