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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:
149
/ 51
/ 27
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:
$395,000
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Spacious home with a open concept main living level. Hardwood floors and a bank of windows provides this home with lots of light. Kitchen has commercial grade gas stove for cooking, and breakfast bar. Family room is post and beam with a brick hearth wood stove. Master suite has a full bath, hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling and sliders onto a deck overlooking an wonderful lush back yard. Plenty of space for gardens, patios and play space. Great location across from O'Maley school!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$629,000
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This four level townhouse located just seconds from Good Harbor Beach and Long Beach has ocean and marsh views. Upgraded kitchen with direct sunlight and access to deck with wonderful ocean views. The lower level with its own bath, has unlimited uses as a workspace, au paire or guest suite. One-car garage with off-street parking for a total of 3 vehicles. What a lifestyle!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$674,900
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Very private! This rare offering over 8 acres set way back from the main road, affords serene surroundings & a quiet existence. Attractive wooded lot with water views of the Essex Bay & Atlantic Ocean. Wingaersheek Beach is only minutes away, close to Essex's Conomo Point, steps to Walker Creek and Greenbelt's "Great Ledge" reservation. Some of the best North Shore trails nearby. Bring your kayak, mountain bike or horse. And still only minutes to Rte. 133 & Rte.128. Build your piece of heaven!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$385,000
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Newly renovated 4 bedroom home on a dead end street, very close to Beeman School, and Dogtown Common Conservation land. New windows, kitchen,with gas stove , granite and island, 2 new bathrooms and all new floors. Lots of storage, great lower level family room,and master bedroom. Best of all, a great backyard with inground swimming pool,, trex decking on an outdoor area that serves up some great entertaining space. Wooded area on back of lot offers additional space for gardens, play areas.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$299,000
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Downtown convenient locations near shops and public transportation. Some harbor views. Can be converted to a 2 family. Motivated Seller looking for offers
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$379,900
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Come see this lovely Lanesville jewel. Gutted to the studs, owner has made significant improvements: New boiler and 220 electric installed in 2009. Detailed crown moldings, re-plastered walls, and new eat-in kitchen with bead board, farmers sink and professional cooks stove. State of the art white marble vanity and authentic claw foot tub complements the past without compromising the convenience of modern day living. Stunning hardwood in-lay floors featuring pine, maple and oak throughout home.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$309,000
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Build your beach home in this beautiful established Castleview neighborhood-------deeded beach rights and walk-to access for Coffin Beach (the private portion of Wingaersheek Beach) Private septic design is for a 4 bedroom home--------------the leach field has been installed. Additional access to the lot from Schooner Ridge.
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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:
$719,000
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Spectacular Panoramic Views highlight this home situated on over an acre. Master bedroom with bath on 1st floor and slider to deck. Open floor plan throughout family, kitchen & dinning rooms with views and access to sunroom and wrap-around deck. Expansive window and views on the first floor. Second floor has deck with additional views of city proper & harbor to Boston skyline. Two car garage and large basement. Property in need of TLC and up grading. Must see to appreciate.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$649,000
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Beautiful Center Entrance Colonial located in the private section of Wingaersheek Beach, w/deeded rights to private Coffin's Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches on the Eastern Seaboard. The home overlooks tranquil Sleepy Hollow Pond. Large LR with granite fireplace, cozy formal DR, expansive eat-in Kitchen w/oak cabinets and granite counters. French doors open out to a huge screened porch. Large MBR with vaulted ceiling and sitting area. Easy maintenance landscaping. 2 car garage w/storage.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$319,000
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Lovely 2 family currently being used as a single. This property has it all, featuring 2 new high efficiency gas burners, new windows, updated 200 amp electric services, new roof & gutters & freshly painted exterior. The main unit has 5 rooms, 3 bedrooms, large living room with HW floors, wood burning stove and large eat-in kitchen with views of the lovely private yard and new patio. Let your 2 room apartment, at $725 plus, pay part of your mortgage!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$319,000
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Lovely 2 family currently being used as a single. This property has it all, featuring 2 new high efficiency gas burners, new windows, updated 200 amp electric services, new roof & gutters & freshly painted exterior. The main unit has 5 rooms, 3 bedrooms, large living room with HW floors, wood burning stove and large eat-in kitchen with views of the lovely private yard and new patio. Let your 2 room apartment, at $725 plus, pay part of your mortgage!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$575,000
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Beautiful estate setting near Bass Rocks and Good Harbor Beach -- Absolutely charming 3 bedroom Cape-Cod Style Cottage with fireplaced living room , eat in kitchen with wood stove, first floor bedroom, and 2 more bedrooms up. Lovely mature gardens with 1+ acre of privacy overlooking lovely back yard. Needs some updating and renovation but well worth it!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$229,900
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This spacious 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath townhouse was newly constructed in 2005. Features include large rooms with beautiful hardwood floors and carpet in bedrooms, fully applianced kitchen with Maple cabinets and breakfast bar, ample closet space, large deck overlooking backyard, Washer/Dryer Hookup in unit, off-street parking for 2 cars and large storage area in basement. Pets allowed. Excellent commuter location near town and train!
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$365,500
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Extremely well maintained 2-family home in Central Gloucester. Newer roof, heating systems and Anderson windows is a smart choice for any investor.Could easily be turned back into a single family home. Extra rooms are ideal as walk-in closets, or a den.The colossal sized walk-up attic is just waiting for the next phase: work-out/rec room. Partially finished walk-out basement with bathroom & heat, perfect for an additional living room. Level back yard & plenty of off street parking. Move in ready
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$289,000
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Modern townhome offering 3 levels of living with 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and deep garage. A finished basement with wet bar, bath, storage, and laundry room add to the charm of this pet friendly home. Large master bedroom with master bath complimented by granite countertops, private outdoor space with stone patio, and security system, make this townhome a fabulous property in move in condition. Close to athletic fields, ice rink, public boat ramp, and schools make this a terrific home!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$357,000
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Spacious 4-bdrm Colonial with many updates including newer kitchen/baths and providing River and Ocean views. Living Rm, eat-in kitchen, newer sun-room, formal DR. Sliders to new stone patio and large deck, fire pit, and fenced in yard. MBR w/cath. ceilings & private deck w/views. Finished BSMNT w/new berber, full bath. Lots of parking, 2 car garage & workshop. Hardwood, cast iron bbd heating, crown moldings & recessed lighting. Walk to boulevard & all area amenities.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$2,799,000
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Epitome of Gloucester waterfront living found at this charming riverfront estate located directly across from Wingaersheek Beach. Dig for clams, gather mussels, or fish for stripers, all in your backyard. Launch your motor boat or kayak from your private, tidal dock and see the world from the water.The property includes a four bedroom Main House and a Boat House located at the water's edge with a guest apartment. There is also a Pool House suite that sleeps six, and in-ground pool with hot tub.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$539,000
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Enjoy the Ocean breeze and the amazing landscaping while sitting on your farmer,s porch in this beautiful Colonial, located on a peaceful cul-de-sac in East Gloucester. This home offer a great floor plan with a granite kitchen / fireplace family room that opens up to a large three seasons sunroom and deck, 4 bedrooms, Master suit, 2 1/2 baths, hardwood floor and a large finished basement with room for play / exercise and a large storage room .Just minutes to the beaches ,restaurants and shopping
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$1,100,000
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Rare opportunity to build ocean front on Little Cove in Lanesville. Beautiful 1.26 acre lot tucked back from the road and offering expansive views over Ipswich Bay and up the coastline of New Hampshire and Maine.
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