This 1930s Arts & Craft stone estate is singular in its historic charm and location. Its captivating private 1.4 acreage offers stunning ocean views, glorious garden pathways, plus a woodland area complete with stone teahouse. This property is near Bass Rocks Golf Course, Eastern Point Yacht Club, the commuter rail to Boston, and beautiful Good Harbor Beach. The expansive living room includes a granite fireplace, 42’ long Moravian Pottery tile floor and French doors that open to the ocean facing granite terrace. This one of a kind 5 bedroom, 5.5 bath charming estate abounds with custom amenities including stained glass windows, Teak balcony and Chestnut dining room wall paneling. Other amenities include a Sun Room, outdoor pond sitting area, 3rd floor spellbinding views of the Atlantic Ocean, and 2-car detached garage. Come tour this exquisite sanctuary, where art and nature flourish.
Single-familyProperty Type
1937Year Built
1.4 acresLot Size
$819Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Hope Watt-Bucci• Coldwell Banker Realty - Manchester
Bought with Hope Watt-Bucci• Coldwell Banker Realty - Manchester
The 1.4 acre property is set in the Bass Rocks area of Gloucester overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Twin Lights. The owner has transformed the 1930s Arts and Crafts stone and shingled residence into a stunning and singular home and garden by the sea. The property is comprised of four lots with a 5 bedroom, 5.5 bath main house, greenhouse,2-car detached garage and a stone teahouse (potentially buildable), with outdoor granite fireplace and seating area. A secret garden winds and twists its way through pathways and tunnels and provides the ultimate sense of privacy. The expansive 42-foot long living room with Moravian Pottery tile floor has French doors leading to the ocean-facing granite terrace for seamless indoor/outdoor entertaining and relaxation, with stunning views to the Atlantic and beyond. The residence is near the Bass Rocks Golf Club and the Eastern Point Yacht Club. Easy access to Rt. 128/95,Logan airport, and the commuter rail.
Public Records
Jun 1, 1973
Sold
$84,000
$17/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$23,575 (+12.2%)
$822,300 + $1,403,900
$2,226,200
2022
$21,014 (+3.6%)
$628,100 + $1,163,400
$1,791,500
2021
$20,286 (−1.2%)
$570,800 + $1,059,900
$1,630,700
2020
$20,525 (+4.0%)
$570,800 + $1,093,800
$1,664,600
2019
$19,744 (+2.6%)
$544,200 + $1,011,700
$1,555,900
2018
$19,244 (+27.6%)
$530,900 + $957,400
$1,488,300
2017
$15,077 (+3.5%)
$505,200 + $637,900
$1,143,100
2016
$14,574 (+5.1%)
$483,400 + $587,400
$1,070,800
2015
$13,862 (+6.6%)
$472,400 + $543,100
$1,015,500
2014
$13,002 (+4.3%)
$472,400 + $529,300
$1,001,700
2013
$12,469 (+4.0%)
$451,900 + $536,100
$988,000
2012
$11,989 (+5.3%)
$428,900 + $555,400
$984,300
2011
$11,386 (+6.1%)
$451,300 + $555,400
$1,006,700
2010
$10,732 (+2.2%)
$460,400 + $562,700
$1,023,100
2009
$10,499
$484,700 + $608,900
$1,093,600
Tax history for 6 Brier Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$23,575 (+12.2%)
$822,300 + $1,403,900
$2,226,200
2022
$21,014 (+3.6%)
$628,100 + $1,163,400
$1,791,500
2021
$20,286 (−1.2%)
$570,800 + $1,059,900
$1,630,700
2020
$20,525 (+4.0%)
$570,800 + $1,093,800
$1,664,600
2019
$19,744 (+2.6%)
$544,200 + $1,011,700
$1,555,900
2018
$19,244 (+27.6%)
$530,900 + $957,400
$1,488,300
2017
$15,077 (+3.5%)
$505,200 + $637,900
$1,143,100
2016
$14,574 (+5.1%)
$483,400 + $587,400
$1,070,800
2015
$13,862 (+6.6%)
$472,400 + $543,100
$1,015,500
2014
$13,002 (+4.3%)
$472,400 + $529,300
$1,001,700
2013
$12,469 (+4.0%)
$451,900 + $536,100
$988,000
2012
$11,989 (+5.3%)
$428,900 + $555,400
$984,300
2011
$11,386 (+6.1%)
$451,300 + $555,400
$1,006,700
2010
$10,732 (+2.2%)
$460,400 + $562,700
$1,023,100
2009
$10,499
$484,700 + $608,900
$1,093,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
5.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.55 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,705
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Essex County
APN
1897391
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Location
Location Information
Directions: Souther Road to Brier Road.
UnparsedAddress: 6 Brier Road, Gloucester MA 01930
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,705
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: —
County: Essex County
APN: 1897391
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Personal Items.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
East Veterans Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
5/10
Ralph B O'Maley Innovation Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
5/10
Gloucester High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Gloucester, MA • 01930
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$3.89M – $4.71M
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