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Listing broker remarks

East Gloucester beauty with an amazing new look and price! Enjoy one-level living in a highly desirable neighborhood, offering outstanding curb appeal on a gorgeous, beautifully manicured 14,000+ sq. ft. lot. The versatile floor plan includes a private au pair/in-law suite, ideal for extended family, guests or multi-generational living. The main house features 2 bedrooms and a full bath, plus a dining room that was formerly a 3rd bedroom and could easily be converted back. Enjoy outdoor entertaining and peaceful mornings on the expansive deck overlooking the lush green yard. Just around the corner from Bass Rocks Golf & Tennis Club, 1.2 miles to Good Harbor Beach, and minutes to historic Rocky Neck and the famous Back Shore! Bonuses include fully owned solar panels, a 1-car garage under, freshly painted interior and basement, newly stained and varnished h/w floors throughout, and move-in-ready condition for a quick close. Family-owned for over 53 years, this lovingly cared-for home is ready for its next chapter!— J. Barrett & Company

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Key details

  • 1,430 sq ft
  • 14,150 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1955 built
  • $628 / sq ft
  • $5,919 2026 taxes
MLS #
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Last updated
Address
18 Traverse Street
Town
Gloucester, MA
ZIP
01930

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Neighborhood: East Gloucester

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.