9 Barberry Heights Road

Gloucester, MA 01930

$550,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,934 Sq. Ft.
$187 / Sq. Ft.
2,934
Sq. Ft.
$187
per Sq. Ft.

Description

~ PRIVATE SANCTUARY~ Seize the opportunity to live in a Mid-Century Modern home sited on its very own quarry. Extensive use of glass and open design forge a connection with nature. “High Lawn” was owned for over half a century by a former Dean of Harvard College as a private sanctuary from public life. The house is positioned above Rice Quarry; the crown jewel of this private oasis. The quarry is perfect for swimming and lounging and attracts a multitude of birds of prey, song birds and abundant...~ PRIVATE SANCTUARY~ Seize the opportunity to live in a Mid-Century Modern home sited on its very own quarry. Extensive use of glass and open design forge a connection with nature. “High Lawn” was owned for over half a century by a former Dean of Harvard College as a private sanctuary from public life. The house is positioned above Rice Quarry; the crown jewel of this private oasis. The quarry is perfect for swimming and lounging and attracts a multitude of birds of prey, song birds and abundant wildlife. The property is located ¼ mile to the Annisquam footbridge, ½ mile to Annisquam Village, ¾ mile to Lighthouse Beach and 2 ¾ miles to route 128. This property offers total seclusion yet quick access to Gloucester’s thriving cultural, art and restaurant scene. Gloucester offers stunning natural beauty, with miles of beaches and access to 3,000+ acres of trails, and numerous cultural venues and festivals. Come enjoy an active lifestyle in this colorful seaside community.

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Property Details for 9 Barberry Heights Road

Town
Gloucester
Area
MA-Gloucester
Architectural Style
Mid-Century Modern
Style
Mid-Century Modern
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
10.00
Parking Spaces Total
12

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 08:01 AM

Property Details for 9 Barberry Heights Road

StatusSold
MLS #72202148
Days on Market64
Taxes$8,236 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1951
CountyEssex County

Location

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Building Information for 9 Barberry Heights Road

Stories-Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size7.91 AC / 344,559 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,688 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,002

Property Taxes

$686

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 9 Barberry Heights Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2934.0
  • Color: Grey
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Plum Cove
  • High School: Gloucester
  • Middle School: O'maley
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater, Utility Connections for Electric Range, Utility Connections for Electric Oven, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • 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: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet, Concrete, Hardwood, Flooring - Laminate, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Vinyl
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Cable Hookup, Slider, Pantry, Media Room, Office, Sun Room
  • Interior Features: French Doors
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor
  • Primary Bath: No
  • Window Features: Skylight(s), Window(s) - Picture, Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed
  • Exterior Features: Screens, Storage Shed, Patio
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Easements
  • Other Structures: Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Beach Access, Ocean, Walk to, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Association)
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Storage, Work Area, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Work Area, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Work Area, Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: Generator, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Electric Baseboard, Wood
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
  • Water: Private
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 285.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Beamed Ceilings,Closet,Exterior Access,Slider
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 19.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 15.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 192.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Bedroom2 Width: 16.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 190.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom3 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Bedroom3 Width: 19.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 266.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Exterior Access
  • Bedroom4 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: First
  • Bedroom4 Width: 19.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 54.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Skylight,Flooring - Vinyl
  • Bathroom1 Length: 6.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 9.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 42.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Vinyl
  • Bathroom2 Length: 6.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
  • Bathroom2 Width: 7.0
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bathroom3 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 150.0
  • Dining Room Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wood
  • Dining Room Length: 10.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 15.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 180.0
  • Kitchen Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Vinyl,Exterior Access
  • Kitchen Length: 15.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 12.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 336.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Picture,Exterior Access
  • Room Living Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 16.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 63.0
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Room Office Length: 7.0
  • Room Office Level: First
  • Room Office Width: 9.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: House is in need of extensive renovation. The property is being offered for sale “as is”,without representation or warranty. New septic plan approved by City of Gloucester Board of Health.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: 1899964
  • Assessments: $624,400
  • Book: 30686
  • Lot: 16
  • Map: 124
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Zoning: R-40
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Frontage: 25.00
  • Cooling Zones: 0
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 9 Barberry Heights Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 9 Barberry Heights Road

Taxable ValueLand$564,100Additions$288,200Total$852,300
Tax Record2024$8,293 ($691 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,696 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,696 SqFtStories1Lot Size344,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951ZoningR-40CountyESSEXAPNGLOU M:0124 B:0016 L:0000

Schools near 9 Barberry Heights Road

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
Plum Cove School
PublicK to 5

Ralph B O'maley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Gloucester High School
Public9 to 12

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