Contingent
8 Rouse Rd, Gloucester, MA
Gloucester · MA 01930
- $2,495,000
- Price
- 2
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2894
- Sq. ft.
Overview
Property type:
Single Family
Year built:
Built in 1920
Lot size:
0.56 Acre Lot
Price per square foot:
$862 / Sq.Ft
Parking:
4 Off Street Spaces
Heating & cooling:
Heat, Electric, AC
About this home
Set on the coveted waterfront of Eastern Point, this iconic property offers a truly exceptional location overlooking the open Atlantic. During World War II, the home was owned by the U.S. government and served as a lookout station for enemy submarines.The first floor features an inviting open floor plan, with a kitchen flowing into the living and dining areas. A dramatic floor-to-ceiling fieldstone fireplace anchors the living room, while sliders open to a beautiful waterside patio—perfect for enjoying the spectacular setting.The expansive great room, once a garage, offers tremendous flexibility and could be converted back if desired. On the second floor, two generous decks flank the main structure, while a cozy second living room with fireplace provides an intimate retreat. The spacious primary bedroom features a full bath and access to the remarkable outdoor spaces.A spiral staircase leads to the third-floor loft, where the views are truly magnificent, stretching across the open Atlantic. Renovate to your taste or build anew—properties in a setting this rare and extraordinary seldom become available.
Neighborhood & Transit
Eastern Point
8 Rouse Rd, Gloucester · MA 01930
Nearby transit
Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.
No subway or commuter rail stations within 0.5 mile.
Price Insight
- Days on Market:
- 79 days
- Listing Price:
- $2,495,000
- Price per Sq.Ft:
- $862
- Tax Assessment:
- $3,090,800 in 2026
- Taxes:
- $2,398 / Monthly
Home Facts
Interior Features
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Bathrooms
- 2
- Half Bathrooms
- 0
- Living Area
- 2,894 Sq.Ft
- Kitchen
- Main Floor, Flooring - Hardwood, Dishwasher, Wall Oven, Refrigerator
- Primary Bedroom
- Floor 2
- Laundry
- Unknown
- Living levels
- Unknown
- Rooms
- 6
- Above grade area
- 2894
- Flooring
- Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood
- Lead paint
- Unknown
Utilities
- Heating Type
- Central Heat, Electric Baseboard
- Heating Zone
- 3
- Cooling
- Individual
- Cooling Zones
- 0
- Water
- City/Town Water
- Sewer
- Private Sewerage
- Electric Features
- 200 Amps
Exterior Features
- Lot Size
- 24,214 Sq.Ft
- Lot Description
- Scenic View(s)
- Exterior Features
- Deck - Roof, Deck, Patio, Storage Shed
Parking
- Garage Parking
- 0 Parking Spaces
- Off Street Parking
- 4 Parking Spaces
Construction Details
- Construction Type
- Frame, Stone/Concrete
- Siding
- Wood
- Roof
- Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
Green Features
- Electric Vehicle Charger
- Unknown
- Solar Panels
- Unknown
- Green Certified
- Unknown
- Insulation Features
- Unknown
- Energy Features
- Unknown
Room details
- Family room level
- First Floor
- Family room dimensions
- 25X9
- Kitchen dimensions
- 14X12
- Primary bedroom dimensions
- 19X16
- Bedroom 2 level
- Third Floor
- Bedroom 2 dimensions
- 25X12
- Bathroom 1 level
- First Floor
- Bathroom 1 dimensions
- 7X6
- Bathroom 1 features
- Bathroom - Full
- Bathroom 2 level
- Second Floor
- Bathroom 2 dimensions
- 10X6
- Bathroom 2 features
- Bathroom - Full
Listing information
- Listing agent
- Barbara Dugan
- Listing office
- Engel & Volkers By the Sea
- MLS PIN #
- 73564204
- Disclosure
- Room Sizes Approximate. Septic plans out for design and approval and will be provided by closing. Soil testing indicates supporting at least 3BR's. Septic Installation buyer's responsibility.
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