8 Rio Drive, Gloucester MA 01930

Gloucester, MA 01930 • East Gloucester
$5,000/mo
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,697
Sq Ft
7,250
Lot Sq Ft
1961
Year Built
2
Parking
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Time on Market
For Rent Listed Nov 12, 2026 • MLS# 73601564 Copied! • Updated Nov 12, 2026

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About this home

Enjoy the best of Gloucester in this beautiful 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom seasonal, 6 month rental. Offering sweeping marsh views and a peaceful coastal setting, this home is the perfect retreat for enjoying the North Shore during the quieter, more relaxed months of the year. Ideally located just minutes from Good Harbor Beach, Gloucester’s scenic Back Shore, and convenient shopping, you'll have easy access to everything this charming seaside community has to offer. With four spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms, there's plenty of room to relax, entertain, and enjoy a comfortable extended stay. Whether you're looking for a winter getaway, a seasonal home, or a place to enjoy the beauty of Cape Ann, this property offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm. Come enjoy the beauty of Gloucester and make this special property your home for the season!

Price & Status History

Market Insights

99.1%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Rent
Nov 12, 2026
$5,000
Original listing
Agent: Heather Dagle Office: RE/MAX Beacon
Previous Transaction - MLS #70609398
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jul 31, 2007
$542,500
MLS #70609398

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1961
Living Area 2,697 sq ft
Lot Size 7,250 sq ft
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 8

Rental Details

Available Dec 1, 2026
Lease Term Short Term Lease,Term of Rental(6)
Rent Includes Heat, Hot Water, Electricity, Gas, Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Parking, Internet
Required First MonthLast MonthReferencesInsurance
Pets No
Pet Policy No Pets
Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement None
Laundry First Floor, In Unit
Features None
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck, Deck - Wood
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck, Deck - Wood
Features None
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Field Card
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 2 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1961
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,697 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

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Laundry: First Floor, In Unit
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Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1961
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Heating:
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Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Wood
Patio & Porch: Deck, Deck - Wood
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Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Type: Waterfront, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station
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
E

Elementary Schools

6 schools
Faith Christian School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-08
C
East Veterans Elementary School
0.5 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
0.9 mi
90 students Moderate
Grades PK
C-
Beeman Memorial School
2.0 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
3.6 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
3.9 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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
C+
Ralph B O'Maley Middle School
1.8 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
H

High Schools

1 school
C+
Gloucester High School
1.8 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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Location

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Neighborhood

East Gloucester

8 Rio Drive, Gloucester MA 01930

Gloucester, MA 01930

Listing Information

Listing Agent Heather Dagle
Listing Office RE/MAX Beacon
Office Phone 978-281-8005
Agent MLS ID C9500944
Office MLS ID AN8509
Listing Data Updated Nov 12, 2026 1:05 PM EST
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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