16 Highland St, Gloucester, MA 01930
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SOLD
JUN 5, 2026

16 Highland St
Gloucester, MA 01930

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 2,560 sqft

$990,000

Last Sold: Jun 5, 2026
10% below list $1.09M
$387/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,880/mo*
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$990,000

Last Sold: Jun 5, 2026
10% below list $1.09M
$387/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,880/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,560 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1921
Living Area
2,560 sqft
Price/Sqft
$387/sqft
Parking
1 Car Garage

About this House

Prominently positioned in the East Gloucester Square Historic District, 16 Highland Street is an exciting opportunity for the discerning buyer. This shingle-style cottage is proudly sited on a comfortable lot, complete with charming gardens and privet privacy fence. The wide covered front porch sets the stage for warm-weather gatherings to celebrate daily sunsets. A welcoming foyer leads to the primary reception rooms. The large living room features wood floors and decorative fireplace. The dining room has original built-in cabinets. A well-equipped kitchen offers adjacent mudroom and half bath. A cozy home office with fireplace and garden room complete the main living level. Upstairs finds three large bedrooms, shared oversized bathroom and separate laundry room. The third floor presents as a great family room, with wood floors and harbor views. The home is located wonderfully close to multiple marinas, Rocky Neck, Gloucester Stage, Good Harbor Beach and Downtown Gloucester.
16 Highland St, Gloucester, MA 01930 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,560 sqft single-family home built in 1921. It last sold for $990,000 on Jun 5, 2026 (10% below the $1,095,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $989,700, with a rent estimate of $4,127/month.

Home Details for 16 Highland St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2560 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Flooring - Vinyl,Sink,Second Floor,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Oil,Electric,Fireplace(s)No CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated Windows, ScreensDoor: Insulated DoorsFlooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: NoFloors: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Flooring Wood, Flooring Vinyl
View
Has a ViewView: Water, Harbor

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch, Deck - WoodExterior: Porch, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Screens, GardenFoundation: Concrete PerimeterGarden
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 3No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Attached,Paved Drive,Off Street,Stone/Gravel,Paved
Frontage
Waterfront: Ocean, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2560

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1921
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial,Shingle,Craftsman
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyIncludes Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 591, 1896877

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,095,000Price Per Sqft: $387/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue May 19 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Gloucester
School Information
Elementary School: East VeteransJr High / Middle School: O'maleyHigh School: Gloucester

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2560 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Marina, Public School, T-StationNot Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4630 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: Pending P&S

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Thermostat

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73503364Water ViewWater View: Harbor, WaterAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2560

Additional Information

Public TransportationShoppingParkWalk/Jog TrailsGolfMedical FacilityLaundromatConservation AreaHighway AccessMarinaPublic SchoolT-Station
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Scott Smith, (617) 750-2793
Coldwell Banker Realty - Manchester, (978) 526-7572
Bought with: Kimberly Lorden, (978) 879-6746, Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, (978) 281-1002
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73503364

Price History for 16 Highland St

DatePriceEventSource
06/05/2026$990,000Sold
MLS PIN #73503364
06/04/2026$1,095,000PendingMLS PIN #73503364
05/07/2026$1,095,000ContingentMLS PIN #73503364
04/17/2026$1,095,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73503364
04/30/1993$121,500Sold
N/A
01/29/1993$221,840Sold
N/A

Market trends in Gloucester

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,535
Assessment$774,400
Home facts updated by county records

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Sold Date
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140 Mount Pleasant Ave, Gloucester, MA
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$790,000
06/15/26
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$810,000
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$1,250,000
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$725,000
08/28/25
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2,063
9 Rocky Pasture Rd, Gloucester, MA
0.28
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$1,125,000
01/30/26
4
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2,724
21-23 Marble Rd, Gloucester, MA
0.25
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$1,015,000
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2
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$675,000
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What Locals Say about Gloucester

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  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 72 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say car is needed

  • 68 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 68 % Say there's wildlife

  • 68 % Say parking is easy

  • 65 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 64 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 52 % Say it's quiet

  • 46 % Say there are community events

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    "There are a lot of dog and dog owners who live in the neighbor of lanesville Gloucester and seem very friendly "
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    "It's quite far from boston or shopping the winter travel is not easy and requires the utmost attention susceptible to morning fog on roads make for caution "
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    "Have lived here on and off over many years. Sense of community is strong, lots of farmers markets and more sustainable living projects, kid friendly"
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    "Safe neighborhood to live in. We enjoy walks and the beach is near by. The school are great. It is a very quiet area."
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    "Gloucester has a great network of affordable daycare.there are many parks and beaches that my kids enjoy. There are also some great trails and quarries. There is a dog park up at stage fort park."
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    "Dogs if all breeds are welcome in this town. There is a very accommodating dog park in town and the beaches are open to dogs in the off season "
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    "I am visiting from Albany NY and it is absolutely beautiful here. The views are breathtaking & the air is so clean & fresh. The sound of the ocean is soothing & relaxing. I would love to call this place my home."
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    "Commute is very easy and accessible, there are many buses, taxis and a train near downtown. There’s a beach near where i live and i can walk to it too."
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    "This is a good area to have kids but currently very few living here(east Main Street) East Gloucester. A playground real close by with parents bringing children daily. "
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  • Elizabeth G.
    "We have fiesta every summer, a carnival basically and a parade for the fellow Italians to rejoice, and those not Italian. We have concerts at the Fitz Hugh Lane house Thursday nights in the summer, and a lot of live entertainment. Beautiful seaside spot for good food, shops, historical landmarks, parks, beaches, etc. Much love for this town and the beauty behind it. "
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  • Michael B.
    "if you live in gloucester, there is no reason to leave gloucester unless you need to travel for work, fortunately i work and live here. the island life is for me :)"
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  • Jennifer S. W.
    "I live between long beach and Good harbor there are many fun events i enjoy almost all events i like biking hiking and just enjoying sunsets"
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    "I love this area, I am born/bred returned to live in Gloucester. This area is fantastic, great for walking and easy to get around without a car."
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    "Nice neighbors, within minutes of everything and 1&1/2 blocks from the ocean. Kids have a paradise in the summer on Good Harbor beach. "
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  • Kimberly V.
    "short and Easy, a short drive across town. it is typically 10 min without traffic, 20-30 during traffic hours."
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    "Good Harbor beach is just around the corner, which is a paradise for kids in the summer and the back shore is spectacular at all times of the year."
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    "It is clean, quiet, free from traffic and near the beach bank post office hair salon dentist acupuncturist and convenient store"
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    "this beautiful location has the oldest sea port in America with the oldest art colony in America. lots of history and lots of things to do and see"
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    "While I may have just moved to the neighborhood, many people there have been residents for quite some time. They are well known to each other, and I have watched and spoken to neighbors who verify this to be true."
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    "quiet and friendly, lived here for 25 years. Good schools and coastal community with many good places to eat and picnic"
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