166 Western Avenue

Gloucester, MA 01930

$2,300,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,409 Sq. Ft.
$955 / Sq. Ft.
2,409
Sq. Ft.
$955
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Occupying a spectacular oceanfront location overlooking Freshwater Cove and Gloucester Harbor, steps from iconic Stage Fort Park, this remarkable property has not changed hands in generations and offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the finest in New England coastal living. Screened by a high wall of Rockport granite, the home has the feel of a private and secluded oasis, only moments from downtown Gloucester and highways to Boston and Logan Airport. With a manageable 2,409 s.f. of livingspace, the...Occupying a spectacular oceanfront location overlooking Freshwater Cove and Gloucester Harbor, steps from iconic Stage Fort Park, this remarkable property has not changed hands in generations and offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the finest in New England coastal living. Screened by a high wall of Rockport granite, the home has the feel of a private and secluded oasis, only moments from downtown Gloucester and highways to Boston and Logan Airport. With a manageable 2,409 s.f. of livingspace, the main house offers unbroken ocean views from nearly all rooms, including the kitchen, dining room and fireplaced living room. Renovated and redesigned the house has three bedrooms and two full baths. Outside, landscaped gardens and a view of the rocky coastline assure full enjoyment of the seaside setting. A detached 2-car garage with studio above, along with a wonderful tram that carries you directly to the home’s entrance complete the offering.

Listing Agents

  1. Amanda Armstrong

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Property Details for 166 Western Avenue

Town
Gloucester
Area
MA-Gloucester
Architectural Style
Ranch
Style
Ranch
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
4

Location

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty - Manchester, Alice Miller

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LISTING UPDATED: 03/01/2023 02:00 PM

Property Details for 166 Western Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #73035027
Days on Market83
Taxes$13,151 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1946
CountyEssex County

Location

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty - Manchester, Alice Miller

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Building Information for 166 Western Avenue

Stories-Year Built1946Building Size-Lot Size0.38 AC / 16,605 SF

Payment Calculator

$13,648 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,552

Property Taxes

$1,096

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 166 Western Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 2409.0
  • Color: Brick
  • 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
  • Grade School: West Parish
  • High School: Ghs
  • Middle School: O'maley
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Oven
  • Basement Features: Partial
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Accessory Apt., Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
  • Exterior Features: Guest House, Professional Landscaping, Patio
  • Lot Description: Sloped
  • Other Structures: Guest House
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Metal
  • View: City View(s), Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Ocean, 1/10 to 3/10 To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
  • Waterview Features: Ocean, Sound
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service, 200+ Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Tight Tank
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 336.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 24.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 14.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 143.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Main
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 143.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom3 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Main
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 72.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Length: 9.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 8.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 66.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Length: 6.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
  • Bathroom2 Width: 11.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 168.0
  • Dining Room Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Lighting - Overhead
  • Dining Room Length: 12.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Width: 14.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 168.0
  • Kitchen Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Window(s) - Picture,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 12.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Kitchen Width: 14.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 384.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Room Living Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Living Room Width: 24.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Living area based on appraisal.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 1903664
  • Assessments: $1,121,100
  • Block: 21
  • Book: 36705
  • Lot: 001
  • Map: 204
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Zoning: R-20
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Granite
  • Frontage: 62.00
  • Heat Zones: 2
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2
  • Other Agent Compensation: 0

Property History for 166 Western Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 166 Western Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$899,900Additions$702,400Total$1,602,300
Tax Record2024$15,590 ($1,299 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size16,604 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningR-20CountyESSEXAPNGLOU M:0204 B:0021 L:0000

Schools near 166 Western Avenue

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

Ralph B O'maley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Gloucester High School
Public9 to 12

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