FeaturesBathroom - Full, Skylight, Coffered Ceiling(s), Remodeled
LevelThird
8 Rio Dr, Gloucester MA 01930
Gloucester, MA 01930 • Good Harbor Beach, East Gloucester
$510,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$549,000
Final Sale Price:
$510,000
Difference:
$39,000 (-7.1%)
Performance Metrics
92.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
37
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$204
Sale $/sq ft:
$189
This property sold for $189 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 7.1% below the original asking price.
The property spent 37 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 4 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$189/sq ft
Area Median
$461/sq ft
Difference
59.0%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
GOOD HARBOR BEACH. Tastefully remodeled East Gloucester cape with serene marsh views and meandering creek. Custom built cabinets throughout, master suite w/walk-in custom closet and private balcony. Sunroom off the kitchen brings the outdoors in. 3rd floor offers a 4th bedroom with private bath. Definitely not a drive by. Looks small from outside, but spacious inside with 9 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths on 3 levels.
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
99.4%
Price Range
52
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73601564
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Currently Listed
Nov 12, 2026
$5,000
MLS #73601564 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #73077991
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Previously Sold
Nov 28, 2023
$830,000
MLS #73077991
Sold
Aug 21, 2015
$510,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 52
Listed for Sale
Jun 18, 2015
$549,000
Original listing
Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Gloucester
Previous Transaction - MLS #70609398
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jul 31, 2007
$542,500
MLS #70609398
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $5,000 | - | - | MLS #73601564 - Active |
| 11/28/2023 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $830,000 | - | - | MLS #73077991 |
| 08/21/2015 | ✓ Sold | $510,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 06/18/2015 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $549,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 07/31/2007 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $542,500 | - | - | MLS #70609398 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | $6,141 | $449,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,141
Tax Year 2015
Assessed Value
$449,900
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1961
Living Area
2,697 sq ft
Lot Size
0.17 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Total Rooms
9
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Laminate, Stone / Slate, Wood Laminate, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Crawl Space, Dirt Floor
Laundry
Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Main Level, Remodeled, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features
Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Open Floorplan, Sitting Room, Foyer, Den
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Cape, Contemporary, Saltbox
Roof
Shingle
Features
Balcony - Exterior, Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Storage
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,141
Assessed Value
$449,900
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Current Owner Has Flood Insurance. See Attached Escrow Agent Notification.
Exclusions
Refrigerator And Freezer In 1st Floor Den.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Sand
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Complete renovation since construction.
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
52 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1961
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,697 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesBathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall
LevelThird
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Flooring - Laminate, Flooring - Wood
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelMain,First
FeaturesOpen Floorplan
LevelMain,First
FeaturesFlooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Open Floorplan, Gas Stove
LevelMain,First
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Skylight, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Washer Hookup
LevelFirst
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Exterior Access
LevelMain,First
FeaturesWood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
LevelMain,First
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Deck - Wood, Patio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (4)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Laminate, Stone / Slate, Wood Laminate, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Open Floorplan, Sitting Room, Foyer, Den
Windows:
Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Basement:
Crawl Space, Dirt Floor
Laundry:
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level, Remodeled, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Cape, Contemporary, Saltbox
Year Built:
1961
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter, Slab
Condition:
Updated/Remodeled
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
4
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Balcony - Exterior, Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Storage
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
View:
Yes
View Type:
Scenic View(s)
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping
Nearby Schools
School District
Gloucester School District local
C-
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
42%
attend college
31%
4-Year
11%
2-Year
17%
Out of State
14%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
1.9%
Average
1.9%
Suspensions
0.5%
In-School
3.6% below state avg
Elementary Schools
6 schools
Faith Christian School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-08
C
East Veterans Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#650 of 825
|
Score: 38.3
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
446 students
Diverse
Grades K-05
Gloucester PreSchool
0.9 mi
90 students
Moderate
Grades PK
C-
Beeman Memorial School
2.0 mi
|
#702 of 825
|
Score: 35.6
Dropped 173 spots from last year
-22.6 below state avg
296 students
Moderate
Grades K-05
C-
West Parish School
3.6 mi
|
#681 of 825
|
Score: 36.8
Dropped 243 spots from last year
-21.4 below state avg
359 students
Less Diverse
Grades K-05
B+
Plum Cove School
3.9 mi
|
#316 of 825
|
Score: 50.2
Improved 74 spots from last year
-8 below state avg
226 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
1 school
C+
Ralph B O'Maley Middle School
1.8 mi
|
#233 of 352
|
Score: 37.6
Improved 29 spots from last year
-20.6 below state avg
594 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades 06-08
High Schools
1 school
C+
Gloucester High School
1.8 mi
|
#219 of 346
|
Score: 50.4
Improved 20 spots from last year
-7.8 below state avg
769 students
Moderate
17 sports
• 1,070 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
Good Harbor Beach, East Gloucester
8 Rio Dr, Gloucester MA 01930
Gloucester, MA 01930
Listing Information
Listing Agent
William Nardone
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Gloucester
Office Phone
978-281-8808
Agent MLS ID
C8001312
Office MLS ID
C97100
Listing Data Updated
Aug 22, 2015 10:59 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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