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Sold for $470,000
  • $470,000

    233 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930

    2beds
    888sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1941
    4,360 Square Feet Lot
    $511,500 Zestimate®
    $529/sqft
    $3,305 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $511,500

    $486,000 - $542,000

    $3,305/mo

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    What's special

    Dont miss this best way to stay in town. Northshore living at a great price. Welcome to West Gloucester. Located on Rte. 133 . About a mile to West Gloucester Train. Head East about a mile and a half to Stage Fort Park , Dog Park, Tennis Courts, Stacy Blvd. and mini beach. This opportunity has many possibilities. Single family living with lower level private entrance . Could be a in-law suite or teen suite. Main level offers two bedrooms, kitchen , pantry ,dining nook , full bath , living space and office. Sunny south facing property with seasonal fall colors. Views of woods and peeks of the pond. A great value for starting out, buying together, rental investment or a fix n flip. Small back yard with deck platform and room for play. Needs work and some updating. Come put your finishing touches on this. Sweat equity will be well worth it.Easy to show with appropriate notice by private appointment. Come home to Cape Ann today.

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    Listed by:

    Michele Allison-Elwell 978-766-8041,

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly 978-927-1111

    Bought with:

    Ruth Pino

    RE/MAX Beacon

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73290318

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring - Wood
    • Level: First
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: First
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring - Laminate, Exterior Access
    • Level: Basement
    Bathroom 1
    • Level: First
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: First
    Family room
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Exterior Access
    • Level: Basement
    Kitchen
    • Features: Pantry, Country Kitchen
    • Level: Main,First
    Living room
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: First
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Water Heater, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
    Features
    • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Hardwood
    • Windows: Screens
    • Has basement: No
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 888
    • Total interior livable area: 888 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Detached, Off Street
    • Garage spaces: 1
    • Uncovered spaces: 1
    Features
    • Levels: Multi/Split
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
    • Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Screens
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Scenic View(s)
    • Waterfront features: Harbor, Ocean, Walk to, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
    Lot
    • Size: 4,360 Square Feet
    • Features: Fill Needed, Sloped, Other
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1904349
    • Zoning: R

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch,Antique,Shingle,Other (See Remarks)
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Foundation: Granite
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1941

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station
    • Subdivision: West
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Gloucester

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $529/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $328,900
    • Annual tax amount: $3,200
    • Date on market: 11/21/2025

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/6/2024Sold$470,000-5.8%$529/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73290318 Report a problem
    9/15/2024Listed for sale$499,000+197%$562/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73290318 Report a problem
    12/27/2012Sold$168,000-6.1%$189/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/11/2012Price change$179,000-3.8%$202/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Advantage Real Estate #71403030 Report a problem
    6/29/2012Listed for sale$186,000$209/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Advantage Real Estate #71403030 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,200 $328,900
    2024$3,200 -0.2%$328,900 +8.7%
    2023$3,206 $302,700
    2022$3,206 +5.5%$302,700 +24%
    2021$3,038 +8%$244,200 +7%
    2020$2,814 +1.7%$228,200 +4.6%
    2019$2,768 +2.1%$218,100 +4.1%
    2018$2,710 +2.7%$209,600 +4.8%
    2017$2,638 +3.6%$200,000 +6.9%
    2016$2,546 +1.2%$187,100 +1.5%
    2015$2,516 +13.8%$184,300 +8.2%
    2014$2,210 -4.7%$170,300 -7.3%
    2013$2,320 +1%$183,800 -2.6%
    2012$2,298 +0.9%$188,700 -6.3%
    2011$2,277 +5.6%$201,300 -2.1%
    2010$2,157 +2.7%$205,600 -6%
    2009$2,100 +2%$218,800 -3.3%
    2008$2,059 -0.6%$226,300 -5.9%
    2007$2,072 -0.4%$240,600 +0.4%
    2006$2,081 +27.2%$239,700 +31.7%
    2005$1,636 +12.8%$182,000 +20.6%
    2004$1,450 -0.2%$150,900 +13.7%
    2003$1,453 -8.2%$132,700 +11.3%
    2001$1,582 +12.8%$119,200 +28.3%
    1999$1,402 $92,900
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 01930

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: West
    • Middle: O'maley
    • High: Gloucester

    Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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