
5 Babson St Unit 2 Gloucester, MA 01930
Central Gloucester NeighborhoodHighlights
- Spa
- Wood Flooring
- Baseboard Heating
- Deck
- 2 Fireplaces
About This Home
As of September 2024Coastal Gloucester meets Back Bay charm in this old ship captain’s house with original mahogany entryway. Sitting atop the city of Gloucester, minutes from Main St. and the Boulevard, this 2 bed, 2 bath condo boasts a perfect blend of comfort and elegance. Enter to find a spacious living room flooded with natural light, while the adjoining study with marble fireplace provides a cozy retreat perfect for working from home. The modern kitchen is bright and airy with large windows, stainless steel appliances and a soapstone countertop breakfast bar that seamlessly flows into a formal dining space. Two generously sized bedrooms and two full baths, one en-suite. Finally,head out onto your private deck and entertain your guests while soaking in the picturesque water views and 4th of July fireworks. With hardwood floors, custom built-ins, in-unit laundry, and views of Gloucester harbor from each room, no detail has been overlooked. 2 parking spaces and extra basement storage.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Windrift RE Group
Compass Listed on: 08/14/2024

Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,935
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- Two or More Common Walls
HOA Fees
- $419 Monthly HOA Fees
Interior Spaces
- 1,710 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- 2 Fireplaces
- Wood Flooring
- Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Deck
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Baseboard Heating
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1893645
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, reserve funds
- 3 Units
- Mid-Rise Condominium
- Briarcliff Condominium Community
Pet Policy
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
Ownership History
Purchase Details
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | $150,000 | -- | |
Deed | $150,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $675,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Closed | $675,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Closed | $25,000 | No Value Available | |
Closed | $128,487 | No Value Available | |
Closed | $150,000 | No Value Available | |
Closed | $115,000 | No Value Available |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
03/12/2025 03/12/25 | For Sale | $1,080,000 | +10.8% | $632 / Sq Ft |
09/30/2024 09/30/24 | Sold | $975,000 | -2.0% | $570 / Sq Ft |
08/19/2024 08/19/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
08/14/2024 08/14/24 | For Sale | $995,000 | -- | $582 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $5,935 | $610,000 | $0 | $610,000 |
2024 | $5,935 | $610,000 | $0 | $610,000 |
2023 | $5,414 | $511,200 | $0 | $511,200 |
2022 | $5,194 | $442,800 | $0 | $442,800 |
2021 | $5,184 | $416,700 | $0 | $416,700 |
2020 | $5,138 | $416,700 | $0 | $416,700 |
2019 | $4,903 | $386,400 | $0 | $386,400 |
2018 | $4,632 | $358,200 | $0 | $358,200 |
2017 | $4,382 | $332,200 | $0 | $332,200 |
2016 | $4,090 | $300,500 | $0 | $300,500 |
2015 | $3,900 | $285,700 | $0 | $285,700 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2025
Amanda Armstrong
Compass
(978) 879-6322
9 in this area
222 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2024
Windrift RE Group
Compass
(978) 999-2714
-
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Scott Smith
Coldwell Banker Realty - Manchester
(617) 750-2793
4 in this area
42 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73277776

APN: GLOU-000006-000073-000002
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