56 Washington St

780 Sq. Ft.
$673 / Sq. Ft.
780
Sq. Ft.
$673
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled in the heart of downtown Gloucester this charming small antique home seamlessly blends its historic character and modern convenience. Featuring a spacious 2 car garage, the property boasts a sizable area above, perfect for storage or potential conversion. Off street parking ensures ease of access, while the enchanting garden and inviting patio area provide a serene outdoor retreat. A covered porch enhances the outdoor living experience. This home is a unique gem offering both charm and practicality.Nestled in the heart of downtown Gloucester this charming small antique home seamlessly blends its historic character and modern convenience. Featuring a spacious 2 car garage, the property boasts a sizable area above, perfect for storage or potential conversion. Off street parking ensures ease of access, while the enchanting garden and inviting patio area provide a serene outdoor retreat. A covered porch enhances the outdoor living experience. This home is a unique gem offering both charm and practicality.
  1. Listed by Jane Meterparel & Brian Marvelley • Churchill Properties

Property Details for 56 Washington Street

Town
Gloucester
Area
MA-Gloucester
Architectural Style
Antique
Style
Garden, Antique
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
5
LISTING UPDATED: 10/06/2025 12:14 PM

Property Details for 56 Washington Street

StatusSold
MLS #73422976
Days on Market20
Taxes$3,682 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1867
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Churchill Properties, Jane Meterparel & Brian Marvelley

Sold By Vadala Real Estate, Mark T. Vadala

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Building Information for 56 Washington Street

Stories-Year Built1867Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,180 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,866 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,559

Property Taxes

$307

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 56 Washington Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 780.0
  • Color: Grey/Green
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • High School: Gloucester
  • Middle School: Gloucester
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Bay, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: 110 Volts, 100 Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Partial
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Lighting - Overhead
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Vinyl,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Lighting - Overhead
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: 1894233
  • Assessments: $378,400
  • Block: 0013
  • Book: 16242
  • Lot: 0000
  • Map: 0016
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: NB
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Granite
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 56 Washington Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 6, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73422976

$525,000—
Sep 17, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73422976

—
Sep 3, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73422976

—
Aug 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73422976

$435,000—
Mar 16, 2000

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87024001

$160,000

+11.0% / yr

Mar 16, 2000

Sold

MLS PIN #30373307

$160,000—
Mar 14, 2000

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30373307

—
Mar 14, 2000

Contingent

MLS PIN #30373307

—
Dec 3, 1999

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30373307

$175,000—
Aug 4, 1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87022921

$150,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/06/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73422976

$525,000
09/17/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73422976

—
09/03/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73422976

—
08/28/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73422976

$435,000
03/16/2000

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87024001

$160,000

+11.0% / yr

03/16/2000

Sold

MLS PIN #30373307

$160,000
03/14/2000

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30373307

—
03/14/2000

Contingent

MLS PIN #30373307

—
12/03/1999

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30373307

$175,000
08/04/1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87022921

$150,000

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

Public Records for 56 Washington Street

Taxable ValueLand$124,600Additions$259,700Total$384,300
Tax Record2025$3,735 ($311 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt780 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt780 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt240 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,180 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1867ZoningNBCountyESSEXAPNGLOU M:0016 B:0013 L:0000

Schools near 56 Washington 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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Listing Courtesy of Churchill Properties, Jane Meterparel & Brian Marvelley

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