Central Gloucester
Neighborhood in Gloucester, Massachusetts
Essex County 01930
Densely packed waterfront homes from the 1800s
Most homes here were constructed in the late 1800s and early 1900s in New Englander and Colonial Revival styles. Many homes have smaller lots and yards but are close to the waterfront and nearby parks. Many houses here have been converted into multi-unit and multifamily buildings. “Most of the multifamily properties are located in the downtown area,” Vadala says. Multi-unit properties typically fall between $300,000 and $700,000. Single-family residences run from $450,000 to $900,000, and some larger properties cost as much as $1 or $2 million.
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Trails and waterfront fun at Stage Fort Park
The Dogtown Original Settlement, where the first British settlers lived until they began the gradual move closer to the water, is now filled with hiking trails and historical markers across its hilly landscape. Closer to downtown, Stage Fort Park has plenty of beach and waterfront access alongside a dog park and sports fields. The park is also home to the famous Gloucester Fisherman's Memorial, which Vadala says is locally known as “The Man at the Wheel.” Additional playsets and sports fields can be found in the center of the neighborhood at Burnham's Field.
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Football teams and Gloucester public schools
Students can start their education at Beeman Memorial Elementary School or East Veterans Elementary School, both of which earn a C-plus rating on Niche. They can then continue to Ralph B. O'Maley Middle School, which receives a B-minus rating, before finishing up at the B-rated Gloucester High School. The high school is best known for its number of athletic teams, including its JV and varsity football teams that compete in the state-of-the-art New Balance Stadium.
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Gloucester festivals by the water
The city of Gloucester hosts more than 15 major events throughout the year, many of which are in the Central Gloucester area or along the water. St Peters Fiesta, held each June, was started by an Italian fisherman who called Gloucester home. The event is filled with carnival food, rides, ceremonial parades and a boat horn blow that can be heard all around the Cape. “They also have the greasy pole event each year, which is super interesting to watch,” Valada says. In the event, contestants run up a diagonal greased pole in an attempt to grab the flag at the end. The community comes together by the waterfront again in September for the Gloucester Schooner Festival, a celebration with concerts, boat races and more.
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Commuter rails and highways out of Cape Ann
Central Gloucester’s location and proximity to the water create an abundance of transportation options. Sidewalks line almost every street in the community, making daily trips to stores, parks and dining easy for residents. Residents are at the tail end of the Yankee Division Highway, which leads to U.S. Route 1 toward Boston, about a 35-mile commute. The Gloucester commuter rail station allows for an hour-long train ride into Boston’s North Station. The Addison Gilbert Hospital is just north of the neighborhood, and Boston Logan International Airport is 35 miles away.Fresh seafood options along Rogers Street
“There are always lots of options in the downtown area and along the waterfront,” Vadala says. “And very few of them are chain locations; most of the city is local business and boutiques, so you can really get a taste of local flavor.” One popular option is Tonno, a more upscale restaurant known for its fresh seafood with an Italian flair and extensive custom cocktails. Locals can also dine at Oak to Ember, a newer location with dockside dining where dishes are cooked in either a wood-fired grill or a 500-gallon smoker. Residents can shop at Market Basket or the Cape Ann Farmers Market every Thursday from June to October.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Wendy Willis
Wendy Willis
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
(978) 961-2275
109 Total Sales
1 in Central Gloucester
$800,000 Price
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Ana Picanco Linnehan
Ana Picanco Linnehan
eXp Realty
(351) 215-0595
34 Total Sales
1 in Central Gloucester
$335,000 Price
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Virginia Todd
Virginia Todd
Responds QuicklyLeading Edge Real Estate
(857) 323-6892
75 Total Sales
2 in Central Gloucester
$385K - $406K Price Range
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Deborah Evans
Deborah Evans
J. Barrett & Company
(351) 215-0813
113 Total Sales
3 in Central Gloucester
$530K - $749K Price Range
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Diane Amato
Diane Amato
Vylla Home
(781) 516-8266
37 Total Sales
2 in Central Gloucester
$163K - $195K Price Range
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Nicholas Silvestri
Nicholas Silvestri
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Evolution
(781) 905-8104
48 Total Sales
1 in Central Gloucester
$490,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Gemmellaro Ciaramitaro Playground
- Basketball
- Beach
- Playground
Stage Fort Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Burnham's Field
Oval Playground
Transit
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
51 min drive
Train
Gloucester
Bus
Sheedy Park
Bus
Lincoln Park
Bus
Gloucester High School
Bus
St. Peter's Square
Bus
The Fishermen's Memorial
Bus
Cruiseport Gloucester
Central Gloucester Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Central Gloucester, Gloucester sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Central Gloucester, Gloucester over the last 12 months is $555,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$549,900
Median Sale Price
$555,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$585,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$459,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$402,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
49
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$437
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,076
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1900
Months of Supply
2.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,460
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,209
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,125
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
723
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
410
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 1411:30am - 1pm
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Sunday, Jun 153 - 4:30pm
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Saturday, Jun 1410:30am - 12pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,400 per month
- Townhouse for Rent
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 672 Sq Ft
- 97 Washington St
- Unit 3rd floor
- Gloucester, MA
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$2,700 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 800 Sq Ft
- 15 Eastern Ave
- Unit 15 Eastern Ave unit 2
- Gloucester, MA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
10,168
Median Age
43
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,545
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,372
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.6%
College Graduates
31.5%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.2%
% Population in Labor Force
70.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
26''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
55
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
93
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
46
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Nearby Neighborhoods
East Gloucester
Numerous waterfront Gloucester homes with nearby recreation
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Suburban Gloucester homes with waterfront views and private docks
West Gloucester
Open Gloucester plots and hiking areas just west of the Annisquam River
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Rockport
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