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493 Essex Ave # 1, Gloucester MA 01930

Gloucester, MA 01930 • West Gloucester
$825,000
Est. $4,391/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,896
Sq Ft
$435
Price/Sq Ft
2017
Year Built
Condominium
Type
13
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 29, 2025 • MLS# 73332550

About this home

Stunning West Gloucester 3-bedroom, light-filled townhome offers premium finishes just minutes from Wingearsheek Beach, shops, restaurants, galleries, and boundless outdoor activities on scenic Cape Ann. The main level features solid oak flooring, a custom-designed kitchen with granite countertops, Energy Star appliances, a large center island & walk-in pantry. The open-concept main level boasts a spacious dining area with sliders to a private deck, a fireplaced family room, a half bath & a large coat closet. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a generous walk-in closet, double vanity & custom tile shower. Two additional bedrooms, a full bath & separate laundry area complete this level. This home includes a fenced-in yard, high-efficiency on-demand hot water, two-zone HVAC with central air & an oversized garage with a roughed-in full bath for future expansion. Don’t miss this move-in-ready townhome blending quality craftsmanship, energy efficiency & central location!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $739,000
Final Sale Price: $825,000
Difference: +$86,000 (+11.6%)
Performance Metrics
111.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $390
Sale $/sq ft: $435
This property sold for $435 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 11.6% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 13 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
2017
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,896 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
3
Entry Level
1

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Family Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range Hood, Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features
Closet, Mud Room, Internet Available - Unknown
Laundry Features
Laundry Closet, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Third Floor, In Unit
Basement Details
Y
Window Features
Insulated Windows, Screens
Door Features
Insulated Doors

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Roof
Shingle
Exterior Features
Deck, Screens, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Patio/Porch Features
Deck
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Features
Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Insulated, Off Street, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Energy Efficient Features
Thermostat

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Other
HOA Fee
$275
HOA Fee Frequency
Monthly
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$5,423
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$557,300
Parcel Number
M:0228 B:0085 L:0001,5034665
Zoning
R-10

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual
Building Name
Essex Avenue Estates
Common Walls
End Unit
Disclosures
All measurements are approximate and for marketing purposes only. Oversized garage with roughed-in full bath on ground level for future expansion potential. Please do not block parking for other units.

Location

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Neighborhood

West Gloucester

493 Essex Ave # 1, Gloucester MA 01930

Gloucester, MA 01930

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
West Parish
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
O'maley
Rating information coming soon
High School
Gloucester
Rating information coming soon

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $452
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $275
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

10.4%
Price Range
17
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Mar 12, 2025
$825,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 17
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Listed for Sale
Feb 5, 2025
$739,000
Original listing
Agent: Patricia McCormick Office: J. Barrett & Company

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 5, 2025 New Listing Added $739,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
13 days
Price per Sq Ft
$435

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $5,423 $557,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,423
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$275
Monthly
Assessed Value
$557,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Patricia McCormick
Listing Office J. Barrett & Company
Agent MLS ID CN207637
Office MLS ID C80006

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