281 E Main St, Gloucester, MA 01930
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OFF MARKET

281 E Main St
Gloucester, MA 01930

  • 6 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,190 sqft
6 Beds
3 Baths
2,190 sqft

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1900
Living Area
2,190 sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

Rocky Neck area! Rare opportunity to buy 2 water view year-round single-family homes on 1 lot! Main house is a 4 BR, 2 BA Col. with 1 car gar. under which was completely gut renovated right down to the studs! Like brand new condition! Situated closer to Smith Cove is a separate detached 4 RM, 2 BR, 1 BA year-round completely renovated Cottage currently being used for a home occupation business but could also easily be overflow guest quarters or vacation rental home! Several decks offer views of Gloucester Harbor and Smith Cove to enjoy the boating activity, sunsets, and fireworks! Main house has beautiful maple cabinet kitchen w/granite counters, ss appliances, breakfast bar, and cathedral ceilings. Excellent location at the entrance to America's oldest art colony. Rocky Neck offers many restaurants, art galleries, shops, marina, and cultural center. Nearby Niles Beach is a nice neighborhood beach just a short stroll around the corner and just a few doors away is Gloucester Stage Co.
281 E Main St, Gloucester, MA 01930 is a 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,190 sqft multi-family built in 1900. It last sold for $1,300,000 on Nov 14, 2024 (2% below the $1,325,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $3,440/month.

Home Details for 281 E Main St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Garage Access,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 11
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2190 Square FeetFoundation Area: 1140
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Gas RangeAppliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range HoodDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Natural Gas,Individual,Unit Control,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Individual,Unit Control,DuctlessHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Individually Metered
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Picture Window, Insulated WindowsDoor: Insulated DoorsFlooring: Tile, Carpet, Varies, Hardwood, Stone/Ceramic Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Carpet, Varies, Hardwood, Stone Ceramic Tile
View
Has a ViewView: Water, Harbor
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck - Wood, Deck - CompositeExterior: Balcony/Deck, Garden, Stone WallFoundation: Stone, Brick/MortarGarden
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 4Has a GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
Frontage
Waterfront: Harbor, Walk to, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)Road Frontage: PublicResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi Family
Building
Construction Materials: FrameDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1897832

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,325,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Sep 25 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2190 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: SidewalksNot Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9027 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: Inspection

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73265231Water ViewWater View: Harbor, Water

Additional Information

Sidewalks
Last check for updates: about 23 hours ago
Listed by Lane Team, (978) 689-5431
North Shore's Gold Coast Realty, (978) 283-4440
Bought with: Alli Allmendinger, (978) 325-2702, Churchill Properties, (978) 258-5211
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73265231

Price History for 281 E Main St

DatePriceEventSource
11/14/2024$1,300,000Sold
MLS PIN #73265231
09/12/2024$1,325,000ContingentMLS PIN #73265377
09/05/2024$1,325,000PriceChange
MLS PIN #73265231
07/16/2024$1,425,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73265231
12/31/1996$163,000Sold
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Market trends in Gloucester

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$9,447
Assessment$970,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 281 E Main St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5 Washington Sq, Gloucester, MA
0.95
Multi-Family Home
$1,030,000
01/09/26
6
3
3,555
52 Taylor St, Gloucester, MA
1.04
Multi-Family Home
$1,100,000
11/25/25
6
4
2,790
20 Calder St, Gloucester, MA
0.65
Multi-Family Home
$1,288,000
01/15/26
5
4.5
4,421
55 Mansfield St, Gloucester, MA
0.91
Multi-Family Home
$1,525,000
03/11/26
5
4
2,415
20 Beacon St, Gloucester, MA
1.09
Multi-Family Home
$935,000
04/14/26
6
3
2,389
34 Summer St, Gloucester, MA
1.00
Multi-Family Home
$1,060,000
05/28/26
8
3
3,752
86 E Main St, Gloucester, MA
0.72
Multi-Family Home
$550,000
01/06/26
4
3
1,991
120 Washington St, Gloucester, MA
1.13
Multi-Family Home
$940,000
05/22/26
7
4
3,041
9 Cleveland Pl, Gloucester, MA
1.26
Multi-Family Home
$850,000
05/08/26
6
3
2,596
118 Prospect St, Gloucester, MA
0.90
Multi-Family Home
$580,000
02/11/26
4
2
2,106

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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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  • Trulia User
    "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 281 E Main St

  • What is the price history for 281 E Main St?
    281 E Main St in Gloucester, MA last sold for $1,300,000 in November 2024.
  • 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.
  • What are the closest schools to 281 E Main St?
    The closest schools to 281 E Main St in Gloucester, MA are East Veterans Elementary School (rated 5/10), Gloucester High School (rated 4/10), Ralph B O'Maley Innovation Middle School (rated 5/10).
  • Does 281 E Main St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 281 E Main St in Gloucester, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 281 E Main St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 281 E Main St in Gloucester, MA has in-unit laundry.
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