FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelSecond
8 Sylvan St, Gloucester MA 01930
Gloucester, MA 01930
$276,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$314,000
Final Sale Price:
$276,000
Difference:
$38,000 (-12.1%)
Performance Metrics
87.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
53
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$280
Sale $/sq ft:
$246
This property sold for $246 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 12.1% below the original asking price.
The property spent 53 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 9 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$246/sq ft
Area Median
$348/sq ft
Difference
29.3%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Newly Priced and Perfectly situated on a quiet dead end street, this in town colonial boasts 3 bedrooms, one full bath, hardwood floors and a sunny bright kitchen. The first floor consists of a large dining room that opens onto the kitchen, living room with bay window and a first floor bedroom that is currently used as exercise room/home office. The second floor consists of 2 bedrooms and a full bath. Conveniently located, this home is within a few city blocks of Gloucester stores, restaurants, museums, waterfront and commuter rail. Friendly neighborhood with easy access to the highway. The yard is mostly fenced with off street parking for two cars, large storage shed and garden area. Great first time home buyer opportunity or condo alternative. Come see this sweet home that is awaiting your personal touches.
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Property History
Market Insights
45.2%
Price Range
106
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73562740
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Aug 12, 2026
$499,900
MLS #73562740 - Active
Sold
Sep 26, 2018
$276,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 106
Listed for Sale
Jul 1, 2018
$274,000
Original listing
Agent: Patricia McCormick
Office: J. Barrett & Company
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/12/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $499,900 | - | - | MLS #73562740 - Active |
| 09/26/2018 | ✓ Sold | $276,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 07/01/2018 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $274,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $2,964 | $229,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$2,964
Tax Year 2018
Assessed Value
$229,200
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1900
Living Area
1,121 sq ft
Lot Size
0.05 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood, Vinyl, Laminate
Appliances
Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry
In Basement
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$2,964
Assessed Value
$229,200
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
The Information For This Listing Was Taken From Public Records And Is To The Best Of The Sellers Knowledge. Please Allow 48 Hours For Response To Offers
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
white
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
All measurements are approximate
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
55 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,121 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelMain,First
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelMain,First
FeaturesDining Area, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access
LevelMain,First
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
LevelMain,First
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (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:
Wood, Vinyl, Laminate
Appliances:
Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Screens
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry:
In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1900
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Block, Granite
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Deck
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
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
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
C
East Veterans Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#651 of 824
|
Score: 38.2
Dropped 58 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
451 students
Diverse
Grades K-05
Gloucester PreSchool
0.8 mi
101 students
Moderate
Grades PK
C-
Beeman Memorial School
1.2 mi
|
#701 of 824
|
Score: 35.6
Dropped 172 spots from last year
-22.6 below state avg
292 students
Diverse
Grades K-05
C-
West Parish School
2.3 mi
|
#683 of 824
|
Score: 36.5
Dropped 245 spots from last year
-21.7 below state avg
382 students
Less Diverse
Grades K-05
B+
Plum Cove School
3.8 mi
|
#322 of 824
|
Score: 50.1
Improved 68 spots from last year
-8.1 below state avg
217 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
1 school
C+
Ralph B O'Maley Middle School
0.8 mi
|
#238 of 352
|
Score: 37.3
Improved 24 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
619 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades 06-08
High Schools
1 school
C+
Gloucester High School
0.6 mi
|
#212 of 346
|
Score: 50.4
Improved 27 spots from last year
-7.8 below state avg
776 students
Moderate
17 sports
• 1,070 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
8 Sylvan St, Gloucester MA 01930
Gloucester, MA 01930
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Patricia McCormick
Listing Office
J. Barrett & Company
Office Phone
978-282-1315
Agent MLS ID
CN207637
Office MLS ID
C80006
Listing Data Updated
Sep 27, 2018 1:41 PM EDT
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