FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelThird
493 Essex Ave # 1, Gloucester MA 01930
Gloucester, MA 01930 • West Gloucester
$825,000
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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.
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!
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Property History
Market Insights
46.7%
Price Range
17
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
Mar 12, 2025
$825,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 17
Listed for Sale
Feb 5, 2025
$739,000
Original listing
Agent: Patricia McCormick
Office: J. Barrett & Company
Previous Transaction - MLS #72149482
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Sep 27, 2017
$440,000
MLS #72149482
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/12/2025 | ✓ Sold | $825,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 02/05/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $739,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 09/27/2017 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $440,000 | - | - | MLS #72149482 |
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
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
2017
Living Area
1,896 sq ft
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
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
Fireplace
Family Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Y
Laundry
Laundry Closet, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Third Floor, In Unit
Features
Closet, Mud Room, Internet Available - Unknown
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
Deck, Screens, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop In Garage, Insulated, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
4
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,423
Assessed Value
$557,300
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$275 Monthly
Fee Includes
Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
4
MA Disclosures
Seller 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.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Townhouse"]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Additional ~300 sq feet available for bonus room and full bath in unfinished garage.
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans, Certificate Of Insurance (5)
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
17 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
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
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,896 sq ft above grade
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
LevelThird
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelThird
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Low Flow Toilet
LevelThird
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting
LevelThird
FeaturesBathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Low Flow Toilet
LevelMain,Second
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Slider
LevelMain,Second
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Storage
LevelMain,Second
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
LevelMain,Second
FeaturesYes
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:
Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
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
Windows:
Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
Laundry Closet, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Third Floor, In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
2017
Structure Type:
Townhouse
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stories:
3
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, Screens, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Parking Features:
Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Insulated, Off Street, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Family Room
Community Amenities:
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
Nearby Schools
School information not available for this location.
Location
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Neighborhood
West Gloucester
493 Essex Ave # 1, 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
Mar 12, 2025 2:53 PM EDT
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