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Residents affirm that the Town of Rockport is a visitors' mecca located at the tip of Cape Ann. The town is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean on three sides with the City of Gloucester on the fourth side and is about 40 miles from Boston. The major industry is tourism and Rockport supports an active Chamber of Commerce.
The population is 7000 year round, but during the summer months that can escalate to as high as 20,000. Rockport has a five-member board of selectmen which meets weekly, a full-time police department and a volunteer fire department. The Department of Public Works is headed by a director and the town continues to work on improving its water supply. Rockport also maintains its own sewage treatment plant.
The Rockport Art Association is very active and there are a number of fine artists' studios and galleries about town. Bearskin Neck draws thousands of visitors to the many and varied shops. There are many hotels, motels, inns and restaurants, and visitors soon learn that Rockport is a dry town. Other attractions include the sandy and rocky beaches, the Paper House, the Old Castle, the Historical Society Museum and the Babson Museum. Recreation is promoted by Halibut Point State Park, Millbrook Meadow and various playing fields used by school as well as community leagues.
A nationally known point of interest is Motif #1, a picturesque building on Bradley Wharf at the entrance to Rockport's main harbor which for decades has been painted, sketched and photographed by generations of artists. Rockport has two other harbors where pleasure boats and fishing vessels moore. The town has one school complex which includes K-12, and eight churches, and is renovating a former school building as a new library.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
87 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
36 |
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8th Grade Math: |
66 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
66 |
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8th Grade Science: |
132 |
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4th Grade Math: |
36 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
35 |
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Spending/Student:
$8,572
Average SAT scores:
1565
Student/Teacher Ratios:
12.2 to 1
Community
Population:7,633 Median Income in town: $60,203 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 3.1 / 1,000
Violent: 1.3 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
57
/ 14
/ 7
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $382,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $460,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -20%
Avg single family tax bill:
$4,431
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Rockport (Newburyport/Rockport Line)
Subway info:
subway
Bus lines:
bus
Miles to Boston:
39
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
58
Rail time to Boston:
71
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$159,900
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Own your own home near both Front and Back Beaches in Rockport. And the MBTA station isn't far and downtown is minutes away. This one level condominium is on the first floor and has been nicely remodeled with oak floors throughout, cherry cabinets and stainless appliances and has exclusive use of a deck off the livingroom. Live year round or use this condominium as a year round getaway.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$399,900
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Great location in the heart of Rockport's Village, two family with four bedroom owners unit and one plus bedroom rental in the lower level. Separate detached one car heated garage would make perfect artist studio/workshop. Only steps from Front Beach, Shalin Liu Performance Center, library, shops and restaurants. Walk to train.Parking for six cars!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$399,000
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Rockport ..Antique built in 1840 by a stonecutter and his wife. This handsome colonial is nestled on a quiet lane close to town center, schools, beaches, trains and conservation land. Large yard w/three apple trees, a tree house & a towering beechwood. Spacious rooms, gleaming hardwood floors throughout, three working fireplace & large open kitchen. Large walk up attic offers plenty of storage and room for expansion. Recent updates include a new roof, new chimneys, new furnace. Nice light!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$519,000
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Showings start June 1st...Wonderful property close to town on a quiet country lane..3 bedroom house with plenty of room for entertaining inside and out. Gracious light filled rooms, 3 fireplaces, large country kitchen opening to family room and spilling out onto patio area with beautiful plantings , stone walls, mature trees and pathways. All this within walking distance of town, beaches. Come home to Rockport.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$799,000
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Spectacular spot on Sandy Bay! Come enjoy the beauty that is Rockport. Stroll to shops, galleries and restaurants and enjoy the beautiful Shalin Liu Performance center. 2 fireplaces, decks overlooking the bay and panoramic views of Front and Back beaches, Granite Pier and Rockport's Old Harbor. Flexible floor plan with plenty of room for guests.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$189,000
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Granite Shore Condominiums.Front to back on second floor.Light and bright with peeks of the ocean. Galley kitchen has been updated with cherry cabinets and new countertops.Opens directly into charming living room.Ample storage space in basement.. Pet friendly and non smoking. Access to all of Rockport's amenities including music center, beach and shopping. Wonderful place for year round or seasonal living.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$849,000
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Come and enjoy your home by the sea! Don't miss this opportunity to own oceanfront property here in Rockport at this great price. 2 bdrm 1 1/2 bath home built in 2004 has breathtaking views and access to private rocky beach. Nothing to do but move right in and enjoy summer here in Rockport. Relax and enjoy Gap Cove or take a short walk to Old Garden Beach or downtown Rockport. Perfect summer get-away or year round paradise.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$719,000
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Great location on South End cul-de-sac! Exquisite property with modern layout great flow, & easy living style. Expansive top deck with mahogany rails and wrap around deck off kitchen and living room. Designer kitchen granite counters, tile backsplash, stainless steel appl. Master with walkin closet large private bath marble & tile. Lower level guest suite. Ceiling fans and fresh lighting in rooms. Fireplace. All new. Some ocean views.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$515,000
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Sun-filled Antique Colonial with original details that today's buyers are looking for: fluted moldings, window seats, wide pine and fir flooring, and an impressive three story staircase. Over 17 updates including roof, electrical, lighting, bathroom, kitchen design, granite fireplace, stockade fence, and a new energy efficient furnace. Enjoy the back deck with a Wysteria covered arbor, and large yard for entertaining and fun! And there is the Pigeon Cove Harbor, Quarries, and ball field near by.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$199,000
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Town approved 3 lot subdivision, with restrictive covenant 5. May be better suited as single large lot for one house. There are small quarries on the property.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$329,000
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Older home on fabulous 3/4 acre lot. Experience the charm of another era. Plenty of room for expansion, very serene and private backyard. Short distance to Halibut State Park and ocean.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$329,000
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A little antique nestled on a small lot near downtown Rockport. Offering a eat in kitchen, nice sized living room with wood stove,a bedroom and bath on first floor. upstairs has a large bedroom and walk in closet ...or could be a wee bedroom. Floors are newly done wide pine. Many antique features are intact. The private backyard offers room for garden and entertaining. Close to everything this would be suitable for year round or summer living. Walk to beaches, train and downtown.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$539,000
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FIRST SHOWING AT OPEN HOUSE ON SUNDAY, MAY 20, NOON-1:30PM Perfect Family Home - Move in Condition, energy efficient 2x6 const. New hardwood floor in the living room/dining room. Superb location with tranquil setting and neatly landscaped yard. Spacious 3 bedroom center entrance Colonial home located within walking distance to town, schools, beach. Elegant fireplaced living room, spacious master bedroom w/walk in closet & master bath w/jacuzzi tub. Eat-in kitchen with stainless appliances.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$399,000
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Long Beach-2nd Row.Cheerful 3 BRm cottage boasts an open flor plan,1.5 bathrms &solarium room.Gather everyone around onto the large& privatized patio, for summer time grilling& night time campfires.Easy access to the water & only steps away! Newer composite deck and stairs makes for easy access from your driveway right into the kitchen.Newer roof, plenty under deck storage. A very affordable alternative for all ocean lovers,make this summer count and capture your Long Beach Dream! Expansion poss
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$168,000
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Attention to Detail! Charming, turn key 1 Bedroom Condo situated within walking distance to the Rockport Village, Old Garden Beach, and the Headlands. Features include; private entrance with deck, hardwood floors, detailed wainscoting/moldings, 2 deeded parking spaces, and extra storage. All utilities included in condo fee. Great for year round or seasonal living.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$498,000
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Classic center entrance Colonial in picturesque North Rockport location. This warm & welcoming home offers traditional floor plan with gleaming wood floors, Oak cabinets w/granite kitchen plus 4 bdrms including relaxing master suite with bath & walk in closet. Entire home offers hardwood flooring or tile. Full basement plumbed for future expansion**Central Vac** Attached 2 car garage.** Established neighborhood** Tranquil woodland setting** This home is pristine!!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$1,799,000
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Waterfront property with 40ft deep-water dock and phenomenal views of Gull Cove, Granite Pier, Sandy Bay, and open ocean. The house has 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths. Open floor plan with cathedral ceiling and wood-burning fireplace in the living room, bright kitchen, dining alcove, and sunroom with spectacular water views, plus a cozy wood-paneled library. Private in-law apartment with granite kitchen, open floor plan, bedroom and full bath. 30ft direct water frontage and 40ft total dock rights.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$599,900
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Circa 1880 beautiful restored seaside Victorian located in the ?Avenues? area of North Rockport 35 miles north of Boston. Corner lot offers a sun filled home one block from the Atlantic Ocean & Great Atlantic Pathway. Quarry Home w/ original detail include hand cut granite foundation, stunning Oak flooring with Mahogany inlay, fluted Moldings, detailed Fireplace, custom Cherry kitchen leading to deck & beautifully landscaped yard. Formal Dining and Living room, 1st floor bed/bath option.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$2,200,000
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"Camborne Ledge" private waterfront estate features Arts & Crafts Victorian in bucolic setting overlooking pond & ocean. Features include, black bottom pool with waterfall, & spa. Cabana w/kitchenette & tiled bath. Oceanviews from all levels of main house with 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, lg deck area & balconies.Tennis court, separate garage-carriage house w/radiant heat & custom designed guest quarters, Meticulously landscaped grounds. Located in Rockport's South End overlooking Pebble Beach.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$1,150,000
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This 5 residential, 1 commercial building is ideally located DIRECTLY ON THE OCEAN AND in the CENTER OF DOWNTOWN, only a few doors from the famous music hall "The Shalin Liu", shops, restaurants and galleries. Magnificent OCEAN VIEWS AND DECKS from 4 of the 5 residences. Property has been extremely well maintained with new roofs, gutters & decks. Most of the windows have been replaced. Property has been fully rented at all times. A great investment opportunity.
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