FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelFirst
5 Babson Street # 2, Gloucester MA 01930
Gloucester, MA 01930
$1,052,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,055,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,052,000
Difference:
$3,000 (-0.3%)
Performance Metrics
99.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
15
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$617
Sale $/sq ft:
$615
This property sold for $615 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 0.3% below the original asking price.
With only 15 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 8 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$615/sq ft
Area Median
$530/sq ft
Difference
+16.0%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
OFFER ACCEPTED. OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED. can show for back up offers. Perched atop Gloucester, this spacious condo once home to a ship captain boasts timeless charm. Oversized windows frame breathtaking panoramic views of the harbor, Ten Pound Island, and a cityscape that has inspired artists for generations. Step inside to a formal living room or study with marble fireplace providing the perfect work-from-home retreat, adjacent to the family room where natural light pours through and a spacious private deck awaits. The kitchen showcases stainless steel appliances, soapstone countertops, and a breakfast bar that opens into a formal dining area. The interior is complete with newly installed mini-splits, hardwood floors, and custom closets. Located in the heart of Gloucester's downtown area. Your search for the perfect balance of location, lifestyle, and lasting value ends here—where Gloucester's colorful past and bright future meet right outside your window.
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Property History
Market Insights
7.6%
Price Range
17
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
Jul 7, 2026
$1,052,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 17
Status: Active under contract
Apr 24, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Apr 24, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Apr 21, 2026
$1,055,000
Original listing
Agent: Amanda Armstrong Group
Office: Compass
Listed for Sale
Apr 21, 2026
$1,055,000
Original listing
Agent: Amanda Armstrong Group
Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #73277776
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Sep 30, 2024
$975,000
MLS #73277776
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2026 | ✓ Sold | $1,052,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 04/24/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 04/24/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 04/21/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,055,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 04/21/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,055,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 09/30/2024 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $975,000 | - | - | MLS #73277776 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $7,900 | $848,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,900
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$619
Monthly
Assessed Value
$848,600
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1900
Living Area
1,710 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Oil, Ductless
Cooling
Ductless
Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room, Bedroom
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Y
Laundry
First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
Wired For Sound, Internet Available - Broadband
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
Features
Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Wood
Parking
Features
Off Street, Deeded
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,900
Assessed Value
$848,600
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$619 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
3
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
buyers to do due diligence, living area based on public record. Floor plans for furniture placement.
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs (3)
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
17 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,710 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,710 sq ft above grade
Dimensions16 x 8
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
LevelFirst
Dimensions12 x 16
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Peninsula
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
LevelFirst
Dimensions14 x 20
FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
LevelFirst
Dimensions18 x 14
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
LevelFirst
Dimensions18 x 10
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
LevelFirst
Dimensions18 x 14
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Wood
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Wired for Sound, Internet Available - Broadband
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1900
Effective Year (Renovated):
1996
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Oil, Ductless
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Ductless
Cooling Zones:
3
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Off Street, Deeded
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Living Room, Bedroom
Community Amenities:
Nearby Schools
School District
Gloucester School District local
C-
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
42%
attend college
31%
4-Year
11%
2-Year
17%
Out of State
14%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
1.9%
Average
1.9%
Suspensions
0.5%
In-School
3.6% below state avg
Elementary Schools
6 schools
Faith Christian School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
C
East Veterans Elementary School
1.2 mi
|
#651 of 825
|
Score: 38.3
Dropped 58 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
446 students
Diverse
Grades K-05
Gloucester PreSchool
1.3 mi
90 students
Moderate
Grades PK
C-
Beeman Memorial School
1.7 mi
|
#702 of 825
|
Score: 35.6
Dropped 173 spots from last year
-22.6 below state avg
296 students
Moderate
Grades K-05
C-
West Parish School
2.2 mi
|
#681 of 825
|
Score: 36.8
Dropped 243 spots from last year
-21.4 below state avg
359 students
Less Diverse
Grades K-05
B+
Plum Cove School
4.3 mi
|
#317 of 825
|
Score: 50.2
Improved 73 spots from last year
-8 below state avg
226 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
1 school
C+
Ralph B O'Maley Middle School
1.2 mi
|
#233 of 352
|
Score: 37.6
Improved 29 spots from last year
-20.6 below state avg
594 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades 06-08
High Schools
1 school
C+
Gloucester High School
0.3 mi
|
#219 of 346
|
Score: 50.4
Improved 20 spots from last year
-7.8 below state avg
769 students
Moderate
17 sports
• 1,070 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
5 Babson Street # 2, Gloucester MA 01930
Gloucester, MA 01930
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Amanda Armstrong Group
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
781-534-9229
Agent MLS ID
TM337166
Office MLS ID
AN6818
Listing Data Updated
Jul 7, 2026 12:49 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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