97 E Main St

Gloucester, MA 01930

$799,000
Price
5
Beds
1,941 Sq. Ft.
$412 / Sq. Ft.
1,941
Sq. Ft.
$412
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

97 & 99 East Main Street combine a classic 1900 Colonial (approx. 1,941 sq. ft., 5 bedrooms) with an adjoining lot in the Marine Industrial (MI) zone. Overlooking Cripple Cove and the harbor, the property has been home to Cripple Cove Studios and offers flexible space for residential, live/work, or creative use (subject to city approvals). The Colonial retains charm and scale with room for updates, while the additional lot expands potential for parking, gardens, or marine-related endeavors. Enjoy...97 & 99 East Main Street combine a classic 1900 Colonial (approx. 1,941 sq. ft., 5 bedrooms) with an adjoining lot in the Marine Industrial (MI) zone. Overlooking Cripple Cove and the harbor, the property has been home to Cripple Cove Studios and offers flexible space for residential, live/work, or creative use (subject to city approvals). The Colonial retains charm and scale with room for updates, while the additional lot expands potential for parking, gardens, or marine-related endeavors. Enjoy harbor views, off-street parking, and a convenient location close to downtown Gloucester, Route 128, and the commuter rail. A rare opportunity to blend historic character with future possibilities on Gloucester’s working waterfront.

Property Details for 97 East Main Street

Town
Gloucester
MLS Area
East Gloucester
Area
MA-Gloucester-East Gloucester, MA-Gloucester
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
6.00
Parking Spaces Total
6
LISTING UPDATED: 09/19/2025 10:02 AM

Property Details for 97 East Main Street

StatusActive
MLS #73430829
Days on Market80
Taxes$5,490 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1900
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, McDermott Group; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Robert McDermott; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Susan McDermott
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Building Information for 97 East Main Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,406 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,948

Property Taxes

$458

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 97 East Main Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School
  • Living Area: 1941.0
  • Color: Green
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • High School: Ghs
  • Neighborhood: Cripple Cove
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • 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
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterview Features: Harbor
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Offering is for 97 & 99 East Main St. Buyers/Agents to perform due diligence on best use prior to setting appointment.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: 3692 and 3691,1896872
  • Assessments: $564,800
  • Book: 40002
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: MI
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Block, Stone
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 97 East Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73430829

$799,000—
Oct 24, 2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87027395

$238,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/15/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73430829

$799,000
10/24/2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87027395

$238,000

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Public Records for 97 East Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$146,500Additions$405,100Total$551,600
Tax Record2025$5,362 ($447 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,941 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,941 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt933 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,700 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningMICountyESSEXAPNGLOU M:0058 B:0038 L:0000

Schools near 97 East Main Street

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
St Ann 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

St Ann 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 97 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930

97 East Main Street is a single family home for sale in Gloucester, MA 01930. This property was listed for sale on September 15, 2025 by Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $799,000. It has been on the market for a total of 80 days and was last sold on October 24, 2001. 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. 97 East Main Street is a 5-bed, 1-bath, 1,941 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, McDermott Group; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Robert McDermott; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Susan McDermott

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