$1,199,000

Estimated payment $7,075/month

Total Views 35,784
9 Beds
5 Baths
4,600 Sq Ft
$261 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Granite Flooring
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Harbor Views
  • Custom Closet System
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

About This Home

Built in 1853 and beautifully updated for today’s lifestyle, the Obadiah Woodbury Home offers a rare chance to own a piece of Gloucester’s history. Just steps to Stacey Boulevard, the Inner Harbor, restaurants, galleries, shops, beaches, and the MBTA, this stately in-town residence delivers coastal living with standout walkability. Inside are soaring ceilings, spacious rooms, classic moldings, and ornate fireplaces that honor its character, while a fully modernized kitchen adds everyday function. With a flexible layout and generous proportions, it’s ideal for multi-generation living. Recent upgrades include new roofing, full removal of knob-and-tube wiring, a state-of-the-art gas heating system with zones, and custom library shelving. The private yard is a rare in-town oasis—perfect for entertaining, gardening, or quiet relaxation. Whether as a primary residence or second home, this gracious historic gem captures the best of Gloucester.

Listing Agent

Debra Lovelace

Churchill Properties Listed on: 09/11/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,219

Year Built

  • Built in 1853

Lot Details

  • 7,512 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced Yard
  • Property is zoned R-5

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Harbor
  • City

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Stained Glass
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • 5 Fireplaces
  • Bonus Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Stove
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Granite

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 9 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 5 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Laundry in Bathroom
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Porch

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • 3 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat
  • Property is near public transit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:0007 B:0085 L:0000,1893752

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,219

Year Built

Built in 1853

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1853
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Certified Historic
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, In-Law Floorplan, Bonus Room
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Cooktop
  • Total Bedrooms: 9
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony - Exterior, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Room Bedroom5 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Countertops - Upgraded
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
  • Laundry Features: Bathroom - Full, Second Floor
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Stained Glass, Cable Hookup, Decorative Molding
  • Basement: Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3633
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 967
  • Living Area: 4600
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN4851
  • Insulation: Full

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Balcony, Storage, Fenced Yard
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Granite
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: City View(s)
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Harbor, Ocean, 1/10 to 3/10 To Beach
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Range
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 3
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, House of Worship, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:0007 B:0085 L:0000,1893752
  • Zoning: R-5
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7512
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9219

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes
  • Waterview: Harbor

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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 $9,281 $954,800 $154,000 $800,800
2024 $9,219 $947,500 $146,700 $800,800
2023 $8,026 $757,900 $131,000 $626,900
2022 $7,792 $664,300 $113,900 $550,400
2021 $7,535 $605,700 $103,600 $502,100
2020 $7,625 $618,400 $103,600 $514,800
2019 $5,809 $457,800 $103,600 $354,200
2018 $5,644 $436,500 $103,600 $332,900
2017 $5,411 $410,200 $93,300 $316,900
2016 $4,487 $329,700 $93,300 $236,400
2015 $4,248 $311,200 $93,300 $217,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/11/2025 09/11/25 For Sale $1,199,000 +26.2% $261 / Sq Ft
12/21/2022 12/21/22 Sold $950,000 +2.7% $201 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/26/2022 10/26/22 Pending -- -- --
10/17/2022 10/17/22 For Sale $925,000 +42.5% $196 / Sq Ft
09/26/2018 09/26/18 Sold $649,000 0.0% $199 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/19/2018 08/19/18 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2018 06/26/18 For Sale $649,000 -- $199 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Not Resolvable $649,000 --
Deed $310,000 --
Deed $500,000 --
Deed $26,666 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $519,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $248,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $1,450,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $300,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73429533

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: GLOU-000007-000085