33 Middle St

$1,199,000
Price
9
Beds
4,600 Sq. Ft.
$261 / Sq. Ft.
4,600
Sq. Ft.
$261
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Built in 1853 and beautifully updated for today’s lifestyle, the Obadiah Woodbury Home offers a rare chance to own a piece of Gloucester’s history. Just steps to Stacey Boulevard, the Inner Harbor, restaurants, galleries, shops, beaches, and the MBTA, this stately in-town residence delivers coastal living with standout walkability. Inside are soaring ceilings, spacious rooms, classic moldings, and ornate fireplaces that honor its character, while a fully modernized kitchen adds everyday function....Built in 1853 and beautifully updated for today’s lifestyle, the Obadiah Woodbury Home offers a rare chance to own a piece of Gloucester’s history. Just steps to Stacey Boulevard, the Inner Harbor, restaurants, galleries, shops, beaches, and the MBTA, this stately in-town residence delivers coastal living with standout walkability. Inside are soaring ceilings, spacious rooms, classic moldings, and ornate fireplaces that honor its character, while a fully modernized kitchen adds everyday function. With a flexible layout and generous proportions, it’s ideal for multi-generation living. Recent upgrades include new roofing, full removal of knob-and-tube wiring, a state-of-the-art gas heating system with zones, and custom library shelving. The private yard is a rare in-town oasis—perfect for entertaining, gardening, or quiet relaxation. Whether as a primary residence or second home, this gracious historic gem captures the best of Gloucester.
  1. Listed by Debra L. Lovelace • Churchill Properties

Property Details for 33 Middle Street

Town
Gloucester
Area
MA-Gloucester
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
4
LISTING UPDATED: 09/16/2025 08:14 AM

Property Details for 33 Middle Street

StatusActive
MLS #73429533
Days on Market84
Taxes$9,219 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1853
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Churchill Properties, Debra L. Lovelace
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Building Information for 33 Middle Street

Stories-Year Built1853Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,512 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,693 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,925

Property Taxes

$768

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 33 Middle Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, House of Worship, T-Station
  • Living Area: 4600.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Certified Historic
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Cooktop
  • Basement Features: Finished, Walk Out
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 5
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 5.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, In-Law Floorplan, Bonus Room
  • Laundry Features: Bathroom - Full, Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Balcony, Storage Shed, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Balcony, Storage Shed, Porch, Deck - Wood
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: City View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Harbor, Ocean, 1/10 to 3/10 To Beach
  • Waterview Features: Harbor
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Attached, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony - Exterior,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Countertops - Upgraded
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Deck - Exterior,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Window(s) - Stained Glass,Cable Hookup,Decorative Molding
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: First showings at Open House on Saturday 13,2025 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: M:0007 B:0085 L:0000,1893752
  • Assessments: $947,500
  • Book: 41364
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: R-5
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 9
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Granite
  • Frontage: 65.00
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 33 Middle Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73429533

$1,199,000
Dec 21, 2022

Sold

MLS PIN #73049013

$950,000
Nov 6, 2022

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73049013

Oct 26, 2022

Contingent

MLS PIN #73049013

Oct 17, 2022

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73049013

$925,000
Sep 26, 2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72353165

$649,000
Aug 17, 2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72353165

Jun 26, 2018

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72353165

$649,000
May 13, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #309050873

$310,000

-5.2% / yr

May 13, 2011

Sold

MLS PIN #71143423

$310,000
Mar 22, 2011

Contingent

MLS PIN #71143423

Sep 28, 2010

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71143423

$450,000
May 15, 2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100906743

$500,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/11/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73429533

$1,199,000
12/21/2022

Sold

MLS PIN #73049013

$950,000
11/06/2022

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73049013

10/26/2022

Contingent

MLS PIN #73049013

10/17/2022

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73049013

$925,000
09/26/2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72353165

$649,000
08/17/2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72353165

06/26/2018

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72353165

$649,000
05/13/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #309050873

$310,000

-5.2% / yr

05/13/2011

Sold

MLS PIN #71143423

$310,000
03/22/2011

Contingent

MLS PIN #71143423

09/28/2010

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71143423

$450,000
05/15/2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100906743

$500,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 33 Middle Street

Taxable ValueLand$154,000Additions$800,800Total$954,800
Tax Record2025$9,281 ($773 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,454 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,454 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,302 SqFtStories3Lot Size7,512 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1853ZoningR-5CountyESSEXAPNGLOU M:0007 B:0085 L:0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 33 Middle Street

This home is within Gloucester School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Beeman Memorial Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Ralph B O'Maley Innovation Middle School
Public6 to 8

Gloucester High School
Public9 to 12

East Veterans Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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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33 Middle Street is a single family home for sale in Gloucester, MA 01930. This property was listed for sale on September 11, 2025 by Churchill Properties, it's currently listed at $1,199,000. It has been on the market for a total of 84 days and was last sold on December 21, 2022. This listing's school district is Gloucester School District. Nearby schools include Beeman Memorial Elementary School, Ralph B O'Maley Innovation Middle School and Gloucester High School. 33 Middle Street is a 9-bed, 5-bath, 4,600 sqft single family home built in 1853.

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Listing Courtesy of Churchill Properties, Debra L. Lovelace

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