Experience the best of coastal New England living in this beautifully renovated antique cottage, tucked away on a quiet private lane in the heart of Rockport. Just a short stroll from Front Beach, Back Beach, Bearskin Neck, the Shalin Liu Performance Center, and downtown's charming shops, galleries, and restaurants, this home offers the perfect blend of seaside convenience and peaceful retreat. Inside, historic character meets thoughtful modern updates, with wide-plank wood floors, exposed beams, and an inviting open first floor. The living room flows into a dining area with coffered ceilings and a sun-filled bay window, while the kitchen features stainless steel appliances, open shelving, and direct access to a spacious deck and private backyard. Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms boast vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and skylights. Enjoy morning coffee on the covered porch, afternoons at the beach, and evenings dining al fresco. Currently operating as a successful, highly rated Airbnb, the property offers an established short-term rental history and exciting potential as a coastal getaway, investment property, or year-round residence. Complete with two off-street parking spaces, first-floor laundry, an updated full bath, mini-split heating and cooling, and a new water heater (2025). A wonderful opportunity to own a piece of Rockport's beloved seaside lifestyle!
For sale
$750,000
4 Union Ln, Rockport, MA 01966
2beds
975sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
3,049 Square Feet Lot
$681,000 Zestimate®
$769/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Covered porchMini-split heating and coolingBeautifully renovated antique cottageFirst-floor laundryQuiet private laneExposed beamsInviting open first floor
- 11 days
- 1,983
- 162
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alex Steeg 978-238-9084,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Manchester 978-526-7572
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73594578
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Skylight, Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 18 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Skylight, Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded
- Level: First
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 8 x 9
Dining room
- Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: First
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Heating
- Electric Baseboard, Ductless
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, First Floor
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Doors: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 975
- Total interior livable area: 975 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 975
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street, Stone/Gravel
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood, Covered
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Screens, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: Ocean, Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 3,049 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:0018 B:0000 L:0358,2119018
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Post & Beam, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
- Foundation: Granite
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Rockport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $769/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $427,500
- Annual tax amount: $4,198
- Date on market: 10/23/2026
Estimated market value
$681,000
$647,000 - $722,000
$2,909/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $750,000+21%$769/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73594578 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2023 | Sold | $620,000-5.9%$636/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73104245 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2023 | Contingent | $659,000$676/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73104245 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2023 | Listed for sale | $659,000-0.1%$676/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73104245 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2023 | Contingent | $659,900$677/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73104245 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2023 | Price change | $659,900-3.7%$677/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73104245 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $685,000-2%$703/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73104245 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2023 | Contingent | $699,000$717/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73104245 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $699,000$717/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73104245 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2022 | Listing removed | $699,000$717/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73059358 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2022 | Contingent | $699,000$717/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73059358 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2022 | Listed for sale | $699,000+66.4%$717/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73059358 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2021 | Sold | $420,000$431/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,198 | $427,500 |
| 2024 | $4,198 | $427,500 |
| 2023 | $4,198 | $427,500 |
| 2022 | $4,198 +5.9% | $427,500 +5% |
| 2021 | $3,965 +27% | $407,100 +31.7% |
| 2020 | $3,123 +4% | $309,200 +1.5% |
| 2019 | $3,002 +1.5% | $304,500 +4.1% |
| 2018 | $2,957 +4.2% | $292,500 +16.3% |
| 2017 | $2,838 +2.3% | $251,600 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $2,773 +2.5% | $246,500 +0.2% |
| 2015 | $2,705 +4.4% | $245,900 +7% |
| 2014 | $2,591 +4.1% | $229,900 +2.7% |
| 2013 | $2,490 +13.8% | $223,900 +2.8% |
| 2012 | $2,188 -5.2% | $217,700 -7.6% |
| 2011 | $2,308 +9.4% | $235,500 |
| 2010 | $2,110 -14.7% | $235,500 -19.8% |
| 2009 | $2,474 -0.4% | $293,800 -0.8% |
| 2008 | $2,484 -4.3% | $296,100 -8.2% |
| 2007 | $2,596 -2.1% | $322,500 +1.7% |
| 2006 | $2,653 +4.5% | $317,000 +7.3% |
| 2005 | $2,538 +5.8% | $295,500 +8.1% |
| 2004 | $2,400 +14.4% | $273,400 +58.4% |
| 2003 | $2,097 +4.6% | $172,600 |
| 2001 | $2,004 -7.8% | $172,600 +26.1% |
| 2000 | $2,174 +16.6% | $136,900 +5.5% |
| 1997 | $1,864 | $129,800 |
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Neighborhood: 01966
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rockport
- Middle: Rockport
- High: Rockport
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