Perched atop Gloucester, this spacious condo once home to a ship captain boasts timeless charm. Oversized windows frame breathtaking panoramic views of the harbor, Ten Pound Island, and a cityscape that has inspired artists for generations. Step inside to a formal living room or study with marble fireplace providing the perfect work-from-home retreat, adjacent to the family room where natural light pours through and a spacious private deck awaits. The kitchen showcases stainless steel appliances, soapstone countertops, and a breakfast bar that opens into a formal dining area. The interior is complete with newly installed mini-splits, hardwood floors, and custom closets. Located in the heart of Gloucester's vibrant cultural scene, this home offers unparalleled walkability to galleries, restaurants, beaches, and shops. Your search for the perfect balance of location, lifestyle, and lasting value ends here—where Gloucester's colorful past and bright future meet right outside your window.
For sale
$1,080,000
5 Babson St #2, Gloucester, MA 01930
2beds
1,710sqft
Est.:
Condominium
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$1,075,700 Zestimate®
$632/sqft
$419/mo HOA
What's special
Breakfast barFormal dining areaHardwood floorsSpacious condoSpacious private deckStainless steel appliancesBreathtaking panoramic views
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 03, 2025 at 01:07pm
Listed by:
Amanda Armstrong Group,
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73344778
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 18 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
- Level: First
- Area: 280
- Dimensions: 14 x 20
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 40
- Dimensions: 8 x 5
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 128
- Dimensions: 16 x 8
Family room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 18 x 14
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Recessed Lighting, Peninsula
- Level: First
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 12 x 16
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 18 x 14
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil, Ductless
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Laundry: First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Wired for Sound, Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Bedroom
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,710
- Total interior livable area: 1,710 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,710
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Deck, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters
- Waterfront features: Beach Front, Ocean, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Details
- Parcel number: 1893645
- Zoning: R-5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
- HOA fee: $419 monthly
Location
- Region: Gloucester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $632/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $610,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,935
- Date on market: 3/27/2025
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