79 Dennison St, Gloucester, MA 01930
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FOR SALE

$1,250,000

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,773 sqft

79 Dennison St, Gloucester, MA 01930

Est. Mortgage $7,796/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1900
$705/sqft
2 Parking Spaces

Local Information

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

About this House

What's unique:Classic double porcelain sinkGorgeous water viewsSpectacular nightly sunsetsTons of storage
Enchanting Waterfront Cottage w/private dock on peaceful Goose Cove. Enjoy gorgeous water views and looking over the Cove at the most spectacular nightly sunsets. Very serene and much like living on your very own nature preserve. The cottage is warm and welcoming, with a wood paneled, multi-windowed mudroom with storage benches at the entryway, front to back living/dining room, kitchen, first floor bedroom (currently used as a den with pull-out couch) and full bath, a family room/sunroom across the back of the home. The kitchen is older style with a fabulous classic double porcelain sink and tons of storage. You will find four more bedrooms upstairs and a second full bath w/tub and shower. Windows abound throughout the home, offering stellar views from every room, and letting in abundant light and heavenly breezes. The property is beautifully landscaped, providing a continuous rolling display of colorful perennials. Close to Plum Cove Beach, the coveted Lighthouse Beach, the Annisquam River, and multiple trailheads into protected woodlands a short walk from your door.
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Nina Quinlan, (617) 852-9052
Melcher Real Estate Group, (617) 312-2001
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73563023
Also Listed on MLS PIN.

Home Details for 79 Dennison St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl Space,Dirt FloorNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1773 Square FeetFoundation Area: 972
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer HookupAppliances: Electric Water Heater, Leased Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDryerLaundry: Flooring - Vinyl,Main Level,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,First FloorRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Hot Water,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Hot Water
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Storm Window(s)Door: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Pine, Flooring - Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: NoFloors: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood, Pine, Flooring Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Scenic View(s), Water, Creek/Stream, Dock/Mooring, Ocean

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shingle RubberPatio / Porch: Porch, DeckExterior: Porch, Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, GardenFoundation: GraniteGarden
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 2No GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Off Street,Stone/Gravel
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: Waterfront, Stream, Navigable Water, Ocean, Dock/Mooring, Frontage, Creek, Direct Access, Public, Ocean, Walk to, Beach Ownership(Private, Public)Road Frontage: PublicResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1773

Days on Market

Days on Market: 42

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Antique Towel Bar In First Floor Bath.Parcel Number: 6829, 1899886

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,250,000Price Per Sqft: $705

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: GloucesterCommunity: 4D
School Information
Elementary School: Plum CoveJr High / Middle School: O'maleyHigh School: Ghs

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 73563023

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1773 Square Feet

Community

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

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.11 sqft

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73563023Water ViewWater View: Creek/Stream, Dock/Mooring, Ocean, WaterAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1773

Additional Information

Public TransportationWalk/Jog TrailsMedical FacilityConservation AreaHighway AccessMarinaPublic SchoolT-Station

Around this home

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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Market trends in Gloucester

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
82
7MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.23M
Since last month
Decreased$30K (-2.4%)
Since last year
Decreased$69K (-5.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$627K (+104.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +137% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.23M
August 2026$1.26M
July 2026$1.11M
June 2026$1.11M
May 2026$1.11M
April 2026$1.07M
March 2026$1.26M
February 2026$1.26M
January 2026$1.26M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
32 Holly St, Gloucester, MA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$895,900
09/30/25
3
2
1,920
31 Dennison St, Gloucester, MA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,650,000
08/26/26
3
3
2,171
12 Hutchins Ct, Gloucester, MA
0.63
Single-Family Home
$535,000
10/06/25
2
2
1,074
136 Leonard St, Gloucester, MA
0.80
Single-Family Home
$860,000
09/10/26
3
2
2,216
28 Macomber Rd, Gloucester, MA
0.90
Single-Family Home
$880,000
11/18/25
4
3
2,443
13 Riverside Rd, Gloucester, MA
0.91
Single-Family Home
$859,000
09/18/26
2
1.5
1,196
27 Gee Ave, Gloucester, MA
0.82
Single-Family Home
$607,500
06/30/26
2
1
1,152
6 River Rd, Gloucester, MA
0.68
Single-Family Home
$1,900,000
12/09/25
3
3.5
2,418
2 Finch Ln, Gloucester, MA
1.11
Single-Family Home
$875,000
03/02/26
5
3
2,504
962 Washington St, Gloucester, MA
1.27
Single-Family Home
$815,000
12/01/25
3
2
2,036

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
31 Dennison St, Gloucester, MA 01930
0.20
$1,650,000
3
3
2,171
Recently Sold
59 Holly St, Gloucester, MA 01930
0.22
$718,000
3
2
1,722
For Sale
60 Holly St, Gloucester, MA 01930
0.27
$728,700
3
1.5
1,056
Off Market
15 Youngs Rd, Gloucester, MA 01930
0.28
$998,000
3
2
2,818
Off Market
19 Youngs Rd, Gloucester, MA 01930
0.31
$770,200
3
2
1,888
Off Market
36 Bennett St N, Gloucester, MA 01930
0.34
$1,339,600
3
3.5
2,750
Off Market
45 Holly St, Gloucester, MA 01930
0.34
$574,300
2
1
843
Off Market
32 Holly St, Gloucester, MA 01930
0.45
$892,900
3
2
1,920
Off Market
11 & 13 Hutchins Ct, Gloucester, MA 01930
0.50
-
6
4.5
4,240
Off Market
1 Barberry Heights Rd, Gloucester, MA 01930
0.49
$807,300
3
2
1,790
Off Market
644 Washington St, Gloucester, MA 01930
0.52
$1,047,600
3
3.5
2,198
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 13, 2026
Source: MLS PIN #73563023
Listed For Sale
$1,250,000
Oct 24, 2025
Source: MLS PIN #73428318
ListingRemoved
$1,295,000
Sep 9, 2025
Source: MLS PIN #73428318
Listed For Sale
$1,295,000
Sep 15, 2017
Source: N/A
Sold
$600,000
Aug 16, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$579,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Nina Quinlan, Melcher Real Estate Group, (617) 312-2001
Agent Phone: (617) 852-9052
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Frequently asked questions about 79 Dennison St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 79 Dennison St?
    Based on a $1,250,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 79 Dennison St in Gloucester, MA is approximately $7,883 (about $6,787 principal & interest, $1,021 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Gloucester?
    Residents describe Gloucester, MA as dog-friendly, well-kept, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Gloucester, MA.
  • What are the closest schools to 79 Dennison St?
    The closest schools to 79 Dennison St in Gloucester, MA are Gloucester High School (rated 4/10), Plum Cove School (Elementary, rated 7/10), Ralph B O'Maley Innovation Middle School (rated 5/10).
  • What is 79 Dennison St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 79 Dennison St in Gloucester, MA is $1,226,600.
  • Does 79 Dennison St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 79 Dennison St in Gloucester, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 79 Dennison St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 79 Dennison St in Gloucester, MA has in-unit laundry.
79 Dennison St, Gloucester, MA 01930 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,773 sqft single-family home built in 1900. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MLS PIN on Aug 13, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 73563023.