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53 Western Ave Gloucester — Photo 1 of 24

53 Western Ave Gloucester — Photo 1 of 24

Recent Drop: $300,000

$1,800,000
$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Investment Analysis — 53 Western Ave

Gloucester, MA 01930 — Gloucester Harbor

Based on HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent for Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area, a 9-bedroom in 01930 carries an estimated $3,390/mo in gross rent — about a 1.27% cap rate and $19,099/yr in estimated NOI at the $1,500,000 list price. Adjust every assumption in the calculator below.

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Beds

9

Baths

5.5

SqFt

4,610

Style

Single Family

Built

1741

Step into a piece of history overlooking Gloucester Harbor. Built in 1741 as a single family home, the property is currently used as an inn/multi unit property offering an expansive 4610 square feet of living space. Large exposed beams and unique features throughout. Conversion back to a single family would create a very stately captains house. Discover the enduring charm and potential of this historic Gloucester residence in the heart of America’s oldest seaport.

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 4,610 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 5,770 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Estimates — not financial advice

These figures are illustrative estimates for informational purposes only — not an appraisal, valuation, or guarantee of rent, income, or returns, and not financial, tax, or investment advice. Rent is either the figure reported on the MLS listing — in-place rent that may differ from market and is not verified against the actual leases — or, where the listing reports none, an estimate from HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, a government benchmark that may differ from actual market rent. Each figure is labelled with its source. Cap rate, NOI, and returns depend on the assumptions shown, which you can change. MLS and other third-party data may be inaccurate or out of date. Verify all figures independently and consult your own financial, tax, and legal advisors before making any investment decision.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$1,800,000
Annual Taxes$11,818

Parking

Garage2
Off-Street8

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms16
Fireplaces2
FlooringWood
BasementPartial

Climate & Utilities

HeatingSteam, Oil
CoolingNone
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionPost & Beam
RoofRubber
FoundationGranite
ZoningR-5

Property & Lot

Acres0.13
SqFt Lot5,770
Lot FeaturesFlood Plain

Amenities & Appliances

Electric Water Heater

Geography

Property History

Price Drop
$1,500,000

Was $1,800,000

Sep 23, 2026

MLS® 73523156

Listed
$1,800,000

May 23, 2026

MLS® 73523156

Expired
$919,000

Sep 18, 2007

MLS® 70543625

Listed
$919,000

Mar 20, 2007

MLS® 70543625

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Michael Beaton

Listing Office: Churchill Properties

MLS® Number: 73523156