253 Atlantic Rd, Gloucester, MA 01930
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OFF MARKET

253 Atlantic Rd
Gloucester, MA 01930

  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,483 sqft (on 1.40 acres)

$4,008,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $23,936/mo*
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$4,008,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $23,936/mo*
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4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,483 sqft
(on 1.40 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1949
Lot Size
1.4 acres
Living Area
2,483 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,614
Parking
Garage

About this House

Located along Gloucester's Back Shore, this 1.4+/_ acre offering features comfortable one floor living with unobstructed ocean views and access to the Eastern Point Association with a private sandy beach. Ideally sited across from the ocean on one of Cape Ann's most desirable streets, this recently renovated 2500 square foot home is a manageable seaside escape. The home is in pristine condition and features an open floor plan with ocean views from almost every room, four bedrooms and two and one-half baths. The meticulous grounds have expansive useable flat lawns as well as mature flowering gardens. The potential for city sewer hookup allows for possible home expansion. The property also offers a detached two-car garage and a garden shed.
253 Atlantic Rd, Gloucester, MA 01930 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,483 sqft single-family home built in 1949. It last sold for $1,610,250 on Aug 1, 2015. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $4,008,600, with a rent estimate of $4,743/month.

Home Details for 253 Atlantic Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, GasAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleDeckExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1949
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Contemporary

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.40 acres

Price History for 253 Atlantic Rd

DatePriceEventSource
08/01/2015$1,610,250Sold
N/A
06/09/2015$1,695,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/29/1998$750,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Gloucester

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$34,262
Assessment$3,521,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 253 Atlantic Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
11 Ocean View Dr, Gloucester, MA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$895,000
04/21/26
3
2
2,500
10 Seaview Rd, Gloucester, MA
0.52
Single-Family Home
$900,000
04/22/26
3
2
2,440
36 Links Rd, Gloucester, MA
0.83
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
02/10/26
3
2.5
2,621
30 Grapevine Rd, Gloucester, MA
0.53
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
12/18/25
4
3
3,600
4 Hillside Rd, Gloucester, MA
0.54
Single-Family Home
$755,000
01/05/26
4
2
2,021
6 Back Shore Pl, Gloucester, MA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$2,500,000
09/19/25
6
6.5
4,393
100 Eastern Point Blvd, Gloucester, MA
0.99
Single-Family Home
$4,200,000
07/08/26
4
2.5
2,318
126-126R Mount Pleasant Ave, Gloucester, MA
0.86
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
09/26/25
4
2.5
2,556
7 Hawthorne Ln, Gloucester, MA
0.74
Single-Family Home
$1,850,000
02/18/26
4
5
2,739
140 Mount Pleasant Ave, Gloucester, MA
0.87
Single-Family Home
$790,000
06/15/26
4
2
2,700

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What Locals Say about Gloucester

At least 179 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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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  • Georgeanne H.
    "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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  • Megmcdnld
    "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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  • Lisa C.
    "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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  • Janellesousa
    "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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  • William M.
    "Pay attention to the random people in your neighborhood as it’s a close family environment so outsiders are easy to spot"
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  • Charlotte T.
    "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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  • Jennifer L.
    "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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  • Geanoulis91297
    "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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  • Gordonmichael3
    "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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  • kim02128
    "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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  • Jrharpy2
    "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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  • Jrharpy2
    "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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  • Stefani H.
    "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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  • Holly A.
    "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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  • Steffani L.
    "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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  • Ms m.
    "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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Frequently asked questions about 253 Atlantic Rd

  • What is 253 Atlantic Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 253 Atlantic Rd in Gloucester, MA is $4,008,600.
  • What is the price history for 253 Atlantic Rd?
    253 Atlantic Rd in Gloucester, MA last sold for $1,610,250 in August 2015.
  • Is Gloucester a buyer's or seller's market?
    Gloucester is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Gloucester?
    Residents describe Gloucester, MA as dog-friendly, well-kept, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in Gloucester, MA.
  • How big is the lot at 253 Atlantic Rd?
    The lot at 253 Atlantic Rd in Gloucester, MA is about 1.4 acres.
  • Does 253 Atlantic Rd have a garage?
    Yes, 253 Atlantic Rd in Gloucester, MA has a garage.