53-55 Western Ave, Gloucester MA 01930
Gloucester, MA 01930
$1,800,000
Est. $10,287/month
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About this home
The Inn at Babson Court is a 1741 post & beam Colonial overlooking historic Gloucester Harbor and the Fisherman's Memorial. The property is currently used as an inn/multi family. Currently there are 3 "apartments" and 2 suites (no kitchen). Public record states 4 family. Exposed beams and historic charm throughout. Many possibilities exist for its future uses. Plenty of parking behind house including a 2 car garage (ADU?). 4-100amp electric service panels plus house meter. Common decks and patio, covered outside sitting area. Beach and harbor across the street!
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Property Timeline
Showing Instructions Updated
May 25, 2026
New showing requirements
Listed for Sale
May 23, 2026
$1,800,000
Original listing
Agent: Michael Beaton
Office: Churchill Properties
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/25/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 05/23/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,800,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $11,818 | $1,269,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$11,818
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,269,400
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
4 Family - 4 Units Up/Down
Year Built
1741
Living Area
4,628 sq ft
Lot Size
0.13 acres
Bedrooms
9
Full Baths
5
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
18
Investment Metrics
Units
5
Unit 1 Rent
— · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Unit 3 Rent
— · N
Unit 4 Rent
— · N
Interior
Heating
Steam, Oil
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Partial
Laundry
None
Features
Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Sunroom, Office/den, Loft
Exterior
Construction
Post & Beam
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck, Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Off Street
Total Spaces
8
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, Individually Metered
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$11,818
Assessed Value
$1,269,400
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Buyers Must Rely On Their Own Inspections And Due Diligence.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Blue
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
4 days
Property Overview
Property Type
4 Family - 4 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1741
Bedrooms
9
Full Bathrooms
5
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
4,628 sq ft
Total Rooms
18
Stories
6
Levels
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
4,628 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck, Patio
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:
Wood
Appliances:
Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Sunroom, Office/Den, Loft
Windows:
Basement:
Partial
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1741
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Post & Beam
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Granite
Stories:
6
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Steam, Oil
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Electric
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Deck, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Flood Plain
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
8
Parking Features:
Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
View:
Yes
View Type:
Scenic View(s)
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
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
C
East Veterans Elementary School
1.2 mi
|
#651 of 824
|
Score: 38.2
Dropped 58 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
451 students
Diverse
Grades K-05
Gloucester PreSchool
1.4 mi
101 students
Moderate
Grades PK
C-
Beeman Memorial School
1.8 mi
|
#701 of 824
|
Score: 35.6
Dropped 172 spots from last year
-22.6 below state avg
292 students
Diverse
Grades K-05
C-
West Parish School
2.2 mi
|
#683 of 824
|
Score: 36.5
Dropped 245 spots from last year
-21.7 below state avg
382 students
Less Diverse
Grades K-05
B+
Plum Cove School
4.4 mi
|
#322 of 824
|
Score: 50.1
Improved 68 spots from last year
-8.1 below state avg
217 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
1 school
C+
Ralph B O'Maley Middle School
1.4 mi
|
#238 of 352
|
Score: 37.3
Improved 24 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
619 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades 06-08
High Schools
1 school
C+
Gloucester High School
0.4 mi
|
#212 of 346
|
Score: 50.4
Improved 27 spots from last year
-7.8 below state avg
776 students
Moderate
17 sports
• 1,070 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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53-55 Western Ave, Gloucester MA 01930
Gloucester, MA 01930
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Michael Beaton
Listing Office
Churchill Properties
Office Phone
978-515-7031
Agent MLS ID
C5580094
Office MLS ID
AN4955
Listing Data Updated
May 27, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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