197 E Main St, Unit 1 & 2

Gloucester, MA 01930

$899,000
Price
3
Beds
2,305 Sq. Ft.
$390 / Sq. Ft.
2,305
Sq. Ft.
$390
per Sq. Ft.
Open: 12/6 12:00PM - 02:00PM
Open: 12/6 12:00PM - 02:00PM
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Description

Iconic and storied East Gloucester location with three floors of amazing potential! First floor condo unit is formerly Duckworth's Bistrot. This space could be a restaurant, office or business or could be converted to residential with a special permit. First floor consists of a large great room with beautiful floor to ceiling windows, half bath, kitchen and washroom. Second/Third floor condo unit is a two-story apartment, with high ceilings, great light and lovely views of the harbor. Large roof...Iconic and storied East Gloucester location with three floors of amazing potential! First floor condo unit is formerly Duckworth's Bistrot. This space could be a restaurant, office or business or could be converted to residential with a special permit. First floor consists of a large great room with beautiful floor to ceiling windows, half bath, kitchen and washroom. Second/Third floor condo unit is a two-story apartment, with high ceilings, great light and lovely views of the harbor. Large roof deck overlooking Smith Cove and Gloucester Harbor. The apartment consists of three bedrooms, one bathroom, large living room, dining room and kitchen with views. Outdoor space currently holds a walk-in refrigerator but could be a patio space. (Two other condo units are possibly available if desired for a total of 4 units. Inquire about pricing). You are in the heart of East Gloucester with Smith Cove on your doorstep, North Shore Art Association around the corner and Rocky Neck minutes away.

Property Details for 197 East Main Street, Unit 1 & 2

Town
Gloucester
MLS Area
East Gloucester
Area
MA-Gloucester-East Gloucester, MA-Gloucester
Style
Townhouse, Low-Rise
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00
Unit Placement
Street

Open Houses

Saturday, Dec 6th

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Public

Sunday, Dec 7th

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Public

LISTING UPDATED: 11/25/2025 12:56 PM

Property Details for 197 East Main Street, Unit 1 & 2

StatusActive
MLS #73447567
Days on Market41
Taxes$4,353 / year
HOA Fees$500 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1900
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Engel & Volkers By the Sea, Andree Gillian Group; Engel & Volkers By the Sea, Gillian Harnish Bouchie; Engel & Volkers By the Sea, Andree Robert
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Building Information for 197 East Main Street, Unit 1 & 2

Building/Complex197 E Main StFloor1Stories3Residences4Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1900

Payment Calculator

$5,305 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,442

Property Taxes

$363

HOA Dues

$500

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Property Information for 197 East Main Street, Unit 1 & 2

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station
  • Living Area: 2305.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 4
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Year Converted: 2025
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Y
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Closet, Lighting - Pendant, Wet bar, Den, Foyer, Kitchen, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband
  • Laundry Features: In Building, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Entry Location: Street
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, Rain Gutters
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Rubber
  • Structure Type: Townhouse, Low-Rise
  • Waterfront Features: Harbor, Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterview Features: Harbor
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: No parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: No parking
  • Parking Features: No parking
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Central, Baseboard, Oil, Ductless
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 156.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 12.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Third Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 13.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 132.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bedroom2 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Third
  • Bedroom2 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 143.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bedroom3 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Third
  • Bedroom3 Width: 13.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 66.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Vinyl,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bathroom1 Length: 11.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom1 Width: 6.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 16.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Vinyl
  • Bathroom2 Length: 4.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
  • Bathroom2 Width: 4.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 132.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Window(s) - Picture,Lighting - Overhead
  • Dining Room Length: 11.0
  • Dining Room Level: Second
  • Dining Room Width: 12.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 176.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Vinyl,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Kitchen Length: 11.0
  • Kitchen Level: Second
  • Kitchen Width: 16.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 224.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Picture,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Living Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
  • Room Living Room Width: 16.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Documents Available: Floor Plans
  • Documents Count: 1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: 2nd fl kitchen is in need of renovation,including dishwasher not functioning. Condo documents will be filed before closing. Condo fee is for both units and is an estimate that includes master insurance. Oil/Water/Sewer are shared expenses payed separately.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: 1897085
  • Assessments: $447,862
  • Book: 34786
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: NB
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Total Living Levels: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: No Management
  • Units Owner Occupied: 2
  • Owner Occupied Source: Seller
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 1 & 2
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0

Property History for 197 East Main Street, Unit 1 & 2

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 12, 2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73447567

$899,000—
Oct 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73447567

$999,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/12/2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73447567

$899,000
10/24/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73447567

$999,000

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Schools near 197 East Main Street, Unit 1 & 2

This home is within Gloucester School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
East Veterans Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Ralph B O'Maley Innovation Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Gloucester High School
Public - 9 to 12
Eastern Point Day School
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
East Veterans Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Ralph B O'Maley Innovation Middle School
Public6 to 8

Gloucester High School
Public9 to 12

Eastern Point Day School
PrivatePK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 197 East Main Street, Unit 1 & 2, Gloucester, MA 01930

197 East Main Street, Unit 1 & 2 is a condo for sale in Gloucester, MA 01930. This property was listed for sale on October 24, 2025 by Engel & Volkers By the Sea, it's currently listed at $899,000. This listing's school district is Gloucester School District. Nearby schools include East Veterans Elementary School, Ralph B O'Maley Innovation Middle School and Gloucester High School. 197 East Main Street, Unit 1 & 2 is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 2,305 sqft condo built in 1900.

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Listing Courtesy of Engel & Volkers By the Sea, Andree Gillian Group; Engel & Volkers By the Sea, Gillian Harnish Bouchie; Engel & Volkers By the Sea, Andree Robert

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