West Gloucester, Gloucester
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Gloucester balances its intertwined past and future with assurance and skill. The city, long renowned among artists for the purity of its light, has traditionally been the home of internationally known painters like Winslow Homer, Edward Hopper and Fitzhugh Lane and sculptors like Walker Hancock. In addition, the Cape Ann Symphony makes its home in Gloucester as does the critically acclaimed Gloucester Theatre Company, whose director and playwright, Israel Horovitz, is known on and off Broadway.
But the beautiful harbor that attracts a sizeable artistic population is also a working harbor which is one of the top three fishing ports in the northeast. The picturesque fishing fleet, manned primarily by Portugese and Italian residents of the city, supports a major fish packaging and freezing industry. Residents note emphatically that the city is not a bedroom community, offering work to many of its residents in five industrial parks which produce everything from T-shirts to electronics and engineering. Gloucester is equally proud of the diversity of its population, with working class and ethnic residents as well as old wealthy families and newer summer visitors. Estimates indicate that summer residents push up the population by about a third, drawn by the physical beauty of its location, by the vigorous whale-watching industry, sea-side restaurants and colorful festivals.
Understanding the value of its healthy working waterfront, Gloucester has sought to protect it by banning all residential development there. However, acknowledging that the fishing industry is changing rapidly, the city is planning to develop further a controlled tourism, working with the National Park Service on proposals to create an historic industrial fishing park which will feature a working fishing fleet. The city hopes to use its physical setting and history as a basis for balanced growth and change, without losing those characteristics most loved by its residents.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
139 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
98 |
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8th Grade Math: |
161 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
137 |
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8th Grade Science: |
139 |
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4th Grade Math: |
170 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
169 |
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Spending/Student:
$7,877
Average SAT scores:
1498
Student/Teacher Ratios:
13.3 to 1
Community
Population:30,308 Median Income in town: $60,663 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 19.7 / 1,000
Violent: 1.7 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
13
/ 6
/ 0
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $330,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $392,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -19%
Avg single family tax bill:
$4,515
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Gloucester (Newburyport/Rockport Line) West Gloucester (Newburyport/Rockport Line)
Subway info:
subway
Bus lines:
bus
Miles to Boston:
35
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
51
Rail time to Boston:
60
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$334,900
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Large 5 Bedroom Beautifully Maintained Colonial with Updated Kitchen with Birch Cabinets and Granite Counters, Fireplaced Living Room, and Walkout Basement. Many Updates include Roof, Windows, Sunroom, Kitchen, just to name a few. Large Workshop and Garden Shed with Electric and Heat. Driveway and Mailbox is on 8R Lyndale Ave, Lot also has Access to Essex Ave. Beautifully Landscaped Yard with Vegetable Garden . Easy Access to Route 128 and Commuter Rail. Move in condition.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$349,900
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Exceptionally maintained and beautifully renovated 3 BR, 2 Bath Ranch just 2.5 mi. to Wingaersheek Beach! Home features 2 upgraded granite kitchens with ss appliances and Schrock cabinets. LR w/slider to large rear deck. Both baths have granite counters and lower bath has a steam shower with lovely tilework. Lower level familyroom adjoins kitchen/dining area and BR which could make for in-law living area. Central air conditioning. 4 car paved parking. Patio and shed.Turn key home! Not a driveby!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$159,900
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Secluded West Gloucester 2 BR Ranch style condo set on 2.16 acres in woodsy setting offers exclusive use yard . Nice size eat-in fully applianced oak cabinet Kitchen. Modern full bath. Entire home has been tastefully painted in Pottery Barn colors & all new carpet. 4 car parking. Sprinkler System. Expansion potential. Full basement with FHA by oil heat. Abuts 800 acres conservation land, pond and Mt. Ann park!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$599,900
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Pristine wooded setting with common ocean vista & breezes. New construction to-be-built for late 2013 completion. Many custom options are available, including screened porch, sunroom & finished walk-out lower level. Energy Star Certified home is quality construction thru-out..shingle-style design w/stone chimney & copper cap, picket fence w/arbor, 9-ft 1st-fl ceilings, & embellished trim. Premier 55+ community located on over 24 private acres with close proximity to Rt. 128 & Wingaersheek Beach!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$323,000
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Classic and delightful describe this 5BD Gambrel located in a tranquil West Gloucester neighborhood. The home sits on a large elevated wooded lot and has lovely views of the Little River. Cross the Winniahden Bridge and step back in time. The large living room opens out to a fantastic screened porch. What a great spot to soak in the water views on a lazy summer afternoon. Currently seasonal in use. Update for year-round li and could be updated for year round living. Deeded access to the water.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$399,000
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11+ acre elevated lot with distant peeks of Hog Island and the Walker Creek estuary. A long driveway leads to a two bedroom chalet style year round vacation home. Just a short drive to the finest North Shore beaches and the Essex River, this is a perfect Cape Ann retreat or an opportunity to build a very private dream home. The land abuts the Old Thompson St. Cart Path and extensive Greenbelt conservation acreage. Small pond near house. Dramatic granite outcroppings. Arable areas of young growth
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$659,900
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Pristine wooded setting with common ocean vista & breezes. New construction on track for early 2013 completion. Many custom options are available, including screened porch, sunroom & finished lower level. Energy Star Certified home is quality construction thru-out...shingle-style country design w/stone chimney & copper cap, picket fence w/arbor, 9-ft 1st-fl ceilings, & embellished trim. Premier 55+ community located on over 24 private acres with close proximity to Rt. 128 & Wingaersheek Beach!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$529,000
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Beautiful sun-filled custom Contemporary,located in peaceful West Gloucester,on 3+ acres of land. Just minutes from beaches,this home offer 3 bedrooms,2 baths,gourmet kitchen, fireplace, AC,Vac,Security System, with a open floor plan, 3 car garage. There is a bonus of a 1,300 + Sq ft, large walk-out lower level, ideal for expansion to an in-law that has been roughed in for plumbing,AC,heat, full of light with 11 windows and its own one car garage. Enough land to have a horse w/ a permit
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$729,000
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Sweeping Views Of Wingaersheek Beach, Annisquam and Jones Rivers from this Classic Beach Contemporary at Private Coffins Beach. Featuring Fireplaced Living Room with Hardwoods, Wrap Around Decks and 4 Bedrooms & 2 1/2 Baths! Sits on over Half Acre of Professionally Landscaped grounds. Includes One Car Garage , Full Air Conditioning, Ample Parking and Deeded Rights to Coffins Beach. Must See!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,349,000
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Stunning shingle style custom home with a wrap-around porch and stone patios is perched high on a beautifully landscaped, private hill offering incredible panoramic views of the Annisquam River, Wingaersheek Beach, Ipswich Bay and beyond. This 4400 plus sq. foot, 5 bedroom home has an elegant yet inviting layout and is complemented by 3 fireplaces, tasteful built-ins, gourmet kitchen, three car garage and deed access to private, majestic Coffin?s beach.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$159,900
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Secluded West Gloucester 2 BR Ranch style condo set on 2.16 acres in woodsy setting offers exclusive use yard . Nice size eat-in fully applianced oak cabinet Kitchen. Modern full bath. Entire home has been tastefully painted in Pottery Barn colors & all new carpet. 4 car parking. Sprinkler System. Expansion potential. Full basement with FHA by oil heat. Abuts 800 acres conservation land, pond and Mt. Ann park!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$839,900
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This home offers quality construction & materials on over three acres of elevated woodlands for the discerning buyer seeking a natural & tranquil environment with convienence of modern amenities. Open floor plan w/ Red Birch Flooring, French Doors, Viessman heating & hot water w/ cast iron & radiant heat, Marble Foyer, Master Suite with walk-in-closet, Cathedral ceilings, private balcony & spa bath w/ Aquatic jet tub. Bonus room over the 3 car garage, plumbed for in-law.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$2,799,000
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80+ acres of pristine woodland and marsh land with close to a mile of river frontage on Walker Creek. Main house is riverfront with a tidal dock and offers stunning views to Essex Bay as well as Crane and Wingaersheek beaches. Two additional houses located directly on Concord Street. Property includes stable, paddock, riding ring, several miles of scenic riding trails, and a tennis court. Very rare and unique opportunity to create your own estate in a stunning setting.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$189,900
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Improved building lot with year-round views of Little River! Fantastic views stretching from the A. Piatt Andrew Bridge to LePage's. Build your dream home, duplex or two-family in this desirable West Gloucester neighborhood! Conveniently located near the Little River public boat launch, the West Gloucester stop on the commuter rail and the Cape Ann Marina. Foundation permit for40 x 40' dwelling. Approved by Conservation Commission. Deeded water rights to Little River!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$565,000
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NEW PRICE AND MOTIVATED SELLER! Experience the lifestyle of coastal living and exquisite views of the vast Atlantic Ocean from three levels in this town home. Open first floor plan offers dining room, den, fireplaced living room, wood floors, custom kitchen with honed granite counters and access to deck. Enjoy the sun and sea views from the master suite, 2 additional bedrooms are ample sized and the lower level guest suite affords room for all! Come home to the beach!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$359,000
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A great value of main home on 1.48 acres and a second building lot of 1.18 acres with septic design and 5+ extra acres in back for a total of 8.21 acres! All being sold as a package. Bedroom wing of home is new including the basement, Kitchen has been updated. Second lot could be sold or used for family. 5+ acres of backland. Great value!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$604,900
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Pristine wooded setting with common ocean vista & breezes. New construction on track for Summer 2012 completion. Many custom options are available, including sunroom & finished walk-out lower level. Energy Star Certified home is quality construction thru-out...shingle-style country design w/stone chimney & copper cap, picket fence w/arbor, 9-ft 1st-fl ceilings, & embellished trim. Premier 55+ community located on over 24 private acres with close proximity to Rt. 128 & Wingaersheek Beach!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$604,900
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Pristine wooded setting with common ocean vista & breezes. New construction on track for mid-2012 completion. Many custom options are available, including screened porch, sunroom & finished walk-out lower level. Energy Star Certified home is quality construction thru-out...shingle-style design w/stone chimney & copper cap, picket fence w/arbor, 9-ft 1st-fl ceilings, & embellished trim. Premier 55+ community located on over 24 private acres with close proximity to Rt. 128 & Wingaersheek Beach!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$69,900
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ATTENTION CONTRACTORS! Situated on a 12,300 sf lot, this cottage has been completely gutted and is ready to be rebuilt or torn down. Buyer to complete all due diligence in regard to Title V septic system. SOLD IN "AS IS" CONDITION.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$139,000
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2 BR Ranch in need of total renovation or possible teardown sited on a beautiful very private woodsy 1.64 acre lot in West Gloucester on quiet side st. location. 1 car garage with workshop area. Property will be sold with an approved 2 BR septic system design and Buyer will be responsible for installation of new system. Deer have been spotted in the back yard!
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