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Sold on 10/02/2015

187 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930

$1,330,000

Last sold 10/02/2015 for $635K

  • 3

    bed

  • 2.5

    bath

  • 2,614

    Sqft ($243/Sqft)

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About 187 Hesperus Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1985
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 0.54 Acre
Movoto estimate
Parking 1 garage spaces
Property description
Enjoy the great water and garden views from this wonderfully located contemporary colonial in beautiful Magnolia. Entertain on your decks on a half acre of lush, attractively landscaped land steps from the ocean where schooner and cruise ship sightings are common. The spacious Chef’s kitchen with double ovens, gas(propane) cooktop, Subzero refrigerator, center island, granite countertops, dining and sitting areas will inspire many wonderful meals. The beautiful fireplaced front to back living room and cathedraled dining area opening out to a spacious deck round out the first floor.Relax in your lovely front to back master suite with private deck if you need to get away, or for an evening out, take a short stroll along Shore Road. relishing in the scenery on your way to the beach or dinner in rejuvenated Magnolia village. You will immediately feel at home the first time you walk in the door to this charming house tucked away in a serene and welcoming neighborhood.Come home to Magnolia!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Emily McPherson
Listing Office - J. Barrett & Company
Source: MLS Property Information Network, Inc. mls logo
MLS#71836648 • last updated 10 years ago
Movoto checked MLS Property Information Network, Inc. for data 4 minutes ago
Overview
Levels/Style Colonial, Contemporary
Type Single Family
SubType Detached
MLS # 71836648
SqFt 2614
Status Sold
Lot Size (Acre) 0.54
Property Tax 7896.53
Year Built 1985
Short Sale (Y/N) No
Foreclosure (Y/N) No
Interior
# Full Baths 2
Bathroom 2 Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 3 Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Primary Bathroom Yes
Bathroom 1 Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
# Half Baths 1
Total # of Bedrooms 3
Total # of Rooms 9
Family Room Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Wet Bar, Recessed Lighting
Kitchen Ceiling - Beamed, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
Dining Room Ceiling - Cathedral, Flooring - Wood, Balcony / Deck, Slider
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Garage Access
Add'l Room 1 Exercise Room
# Fireplaces 2
Interior Features Ceiling - Beamed, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Open Floor Plan, Security System, Cable Available, Wetbar
Exterior
Foundation Poured Concrete
Exterior Clapboard, Wood
Roof Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
Construction Post & Beam
Garage/ Parking Under
Parking Desc Off-Street, Paved Driveway
# Parking Spaces 4
# Garage Spaces 1
Exterior Features Deck, Balcony, Gutters, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Lot Desc Paved Drive, Easements, Stream, Shared Drive
Amenities / Utilities
Green Features: Energy Efficiency Insulated Windows, Storm Doors
Electricity Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
Utility Connections For Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Utilities: Hot Water Oil
Water Source City/Town Water
HOA Amenities Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, House Of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Location
Waterfront Ocean, Walk To, Private, Public, Association
Distance to Beach (mi.) 3/10 To 1/2 Mile
View Ocean, Walk To
Neighborhood Magnolia Village
Area Magnolia
County Essex
Middle School O'Maley MS
Elementary School West Parish
High School Gloucester HS
APN 1902025
Lot/ Land Details
Road Type Private
$1.33M
Range: $1.07M-$1.58M
Last 30 days 
  • May 2015
    mls logo MLS # 71836648
  • May 13, 2015 Listed
    $645,000 (-3.2%)
  • Jan 2015
    mls logo MLS # 71734567
  • Jan 21, 2015 Price Change
    $666,000 (-3.5%)
  • Aug 27, 2014 Listed
    $690,000 (-0.6%)
  • Oct 2004
    Public Records
  • Oct 6, 2004 Sold
    $694,000 (-0.8%)
  • Aug 2004
    mls logo MLS # 70071899
  • Aug 2, 2004 Listed
    $699,900
  • Jan 2004
    mls logo MLS # 30806939
  • Jan 19, 2004 Listed
    $699,900 (+133.7%)
  • Jul 1996
    mls logo MLS # 30118113
  • Jul 22, 1996 Listed
    $299,500
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2025
    $10,672
    $1,096,800
  • 2024
    $10,672 +4.2%
    $1,096,800 +13.38%
  • 2023
    $10,245 +3.3%
    $967,400 +14.36%
  • 2022
    $9,922 +3.5%
    $845,900 +9.81%
  • 2021
    $9,583 +1.8%
    $770,300 +0.9%
  • 2020
    $9,413 +3.1%
    $763,400 +6.06%
  • 2019
    $9,134 +2.5%
    $719,800 +4.41%
  • 2018
    $8,914 +3.2%
    $689,400 +5.25%
  • 2017
    $8,639 +4.9%
    $655,000
  • 2016
    $8,235 +4.3%
  • 2015
    $7,897
  • 187 Hesperus Ave
    $635K
  • Magnolia
    $1.13M +60% y/y
  • 01930
    $749K -54% y/y
  • Gloucester
    $849K -22% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
189 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930 $1,363,000 4/3 3,435 0.02
183 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930 $1,034,000 3/2 1,504 0.02
15 Hesperus Cir, Gloucester, MA 01930 $1,462,000 3/3 1,976 0.04
184 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930 $580,000 1/1 1,026 0.04
180 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930 $1,130,000 3/2 1,918 0.04
26 Flume Rd, Gloucester, MA 01930 $1,422,000 4/3 3,529 0.04
27 Norman Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930 $774,000 4/2 1,373 0.05
6 Linden Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930 $886,000 4/2 1,764 0.05

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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6/10
West Parish
public Grades K-5
Gloucester School District
3/10
Ralph B O'maley Middle School
public Grades 6-8
Gloucester School District
3/10
Gloucester High School
public Grades 9-12
Gloucester School District
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