$699,000
PENDING $11K PRICE DROP

156 Hesperus Ave Unit 4 Gloucester, MA 01930

Magnolia Neighborhood

Estimated payment $4,660/month

Total Views 10,295
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,624 Sq Ft
$430 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Medical Services
  • Deck
  • Golf Course Community
  • 1 Acre Lot
  • 3-minute walk to Rafes Chasm Park

About This Home

Perfectly situated in Magnolia Village, this detached 3BR, 2BA carriage house offers character, charm, and seasonal ocean views. Surrounded by landscaped grounds, the home features light-filled interiors with high ceilings, hardwood floors, and an updated kitchen. The first floor includes two bedrooms, full bath, and laundry/utility room. Upstairs, a private primary suite boasts cathedral ceilings, skylights, wet bar, and wrap-around deck ideal for enjoying the views. Recent updates include newer systems/utilities for low-maintenance living. With ample parking, privacy, and a versatile floor plan, the property is ideal as a year-round residence, weekend retreat, or seasonal getaway. Just .5 mile from Magnolia Beach, harbor, pier, shops, and dining, and with convenient access to both Manchester and Gloucester centers, this home offers the perfect blend of single-family comfort and easy coastal living. Priced aggressively and move-in ready.

Listing Agent

Amanda Armstrong

Compass Listed on: 08/20/2025

Compass

Co-Listing Agent

Victoria Flavin

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,217

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Property is zoned R-20

HOA Fees

  • $450 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Frame Construction
  • Batts Insulation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,624 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Bay Window
  • Dining Area
  • Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • 2 Car Parking Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Deeded Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • West Parish Elementary School
  • O'maley Middle School
  • GHS High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Private Sewer
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1903108

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include insurance, road maintenance, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • Peabody Estate Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,217

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$450 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 132
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 132
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Wet Bar, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 504
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 48
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 90
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Pendant
  • Room Kitchen Area: 159.5
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Area: 209
  • Room Living Room Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
  • Basement: Y
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1624
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 1624
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 2
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 430.42
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 430.42
  • Insulation: Fiberglass - Batts

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Private,Public)
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Deeded
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Electric Baseboard, Pellet Stove
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 450.19
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 4
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Road Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 1903108
  • Zoning: R-20
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 1
  • Lot Size Area: 1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 43750
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 390
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6217
  • Tax Book Number: 39981

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 5
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Ghs
  • Elementary School: West Parish
  • Middle Or Junior School: O'maley

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,827 $598,900 $0 $598,900
2024 $5,827 $598,900 $0 $598,900
2023 $5,595 $528,300 $0 $528,300
2022 $5,426 $462,600 $0 $462,600
2021 $5,097 $409,700 $0 $409,700
2020 $5,052 $409,700 $0 $409,700
2019 $4,818 $379,700 $0 $379,700
2018 $5,200 $402,200 $0 $402,200
2017 $4,916 $372,700 $0 $372,700
2016 $4,671 $343,200 $0 $343,200
2015 $4,585 $335,900 $0 $335,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/17/2025 09/17/25 Pending -- -- --
09/10/2025 09/10/25 Price Changed $699,000 -1.5% $430 / Sq Ft
08/20/2025 08/20/25 For Sale $710,000 +28.6% $437 / Sq Ft
06/15/2021 06/15/21 Sold $552,000 +10.6% $340 / Sq Ft
04/12/2021 04/12/21 Pending -- -- --
04/05/2021 04/05/21 For Sale $499,000 +30.5% $307 / Sq Ft
08/25/2017 08/25/17 Sold $382,500 -4.1% $236 / Sq Ft
06/29/2017 06/29/17 Pending -- -- --
06/08/2017 06/08/17 Price Changed $399,000 -7.0% $246 / Sq Ft
05/23/2017 05/23/17 Price Changed $429,000 -4.5% $264 / Sq Ft
05/17/2017 05/17/17 For Sale $449,000 +17.4% $276 / Sq Ft
05/09/2017 05/09/17 Off Market $382,500 -- --
05/03/2017 05/03/17 For Sale $449,000 -- $276 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $552,000 None Available
Not Resolvable $382,500 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Not Resolvable $515,000 --
Deed $231,000 --
Foreclosure Deed $330,000 --
Deed $550,000 --
Deed $466,000 --
Deed $347,500 --
Deed $202,000 --
Deed $275,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $35,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $182,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $245,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $184,800 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $40,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73420242

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: GLOU-000190-000055-000004