OFF MARKET

Off Market Dec 2020 for $1.2M

$1,966,013

•

2,263

sq ft

115 Penzance Rd, Rockport, MA 01966

About this home

Circa 1884 transatlantic Cable House bringing the first direct communications from the US to England. Beautifully remodeled and renovated Craftsman's Style for today’s lifestyle with unsurpassed ocean and coastal views with direct beachfront access. High quality materials and design throughout. Beautifully appointed with granite walls, and set granite driveway, private granite patio area and expansive decks. Recently installed (“2019) engineered sea wall. Sleeps eight to ten comfortably with two (2) full baths, one (1) half bath. Excellent vacation rental history. Open floor plan takes advantage of the open views, and is ideal for gatherings and entertaining. Bring your surfboards, kayaks and beach chairs and step onto Pebble Beach for sports activities or walk to nearby Cape Hedge Beach, a sandy beach for relaxing.

Single-familyProperty Type

1884Year Built

8,680 sq ftLot Size

$869Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Holly Chiancola • Holly C & Co. Fine Homes

Bought with Holly Chiancola • Holly C & Co. Fine Homes

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #72703744

Redfin Estimate

$1,966,013

$766K since sold in December 2020$13K since August

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This home's estimate is 69.1% higher than the average sale price ($1.16M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$1,150,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,449 sq ft
48 Broadway, Rockport, MA 01966
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$1,400,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,288 sq ft
66 Long Bch, Rockport, MA 01966
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$1,200,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,750 sq ft
38 Marmion Way, Rockport, MA 01966
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$700,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths1,860 sq ft
17 Hartz St, Gloucester, MA 01930
SOLD APR 22, 2026
$1,650,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,671 sq ft
4 Norwood Ave, Rockport, MA 01966
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$875,000
F
3 beds2 baths2,066 sq ft
239 Granite St, Rockport, MA 01966

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Market trends in 01966, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.2%

2.1% MoM

Median sale price

$810K

$21K MoM

Avg. days on market

32d

10 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

New listings for sale

$1,625,000
6 beds5 baths2,359 sq ft
4 South St, Rockport, MA 01966
OPEN TODAY, 11AM TO 1PM
$1,500,000
4 beds1 bath2,799 sq ft
19 Norwood Ave, Rockport, MA 01966
$1,120,000
3 beds2 baths1,437 sq ft
3 Willow Ln, Rockport, MA 01966
$829,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,334 sq ft
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Sale history for 115 Penzance Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72703744

Dec 22, 2020

Sold

$1,200,000

$530/sq ft

Oct 1, 2020

Price Changed

$1,395,000

$616/sq ft

Aug 4, 2020

Listed

$1,469,000

$649/sq ft

MLS PIN #30431064

Dec 21, 2000

Sold

$975,000

$431/sq ft

Oct 24, 2000

Listing Removed

—

Jul 24, 2000

Listed

$995,000

$440/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,111 (+10.3%)

$852,800 + $643,600

$1,496,400

2022

$12,791 (−0.5%)

$833,100 + $469,400

$1,302,500

2021

$12,856 (+0.2%)

$872,800 + $447,100

$1,319,900

2020

$12,827 (+6.0%)

$846,300 + $423,700

$1,270,000

2018

$12,104 (+5.0%)

$786,200 + $411,000

$1,197,200

2017

$11,529 (+2.3%)

$713,100 + $309,000

$1,022,100

2016

$11,273 (+5.8%)

$693,000 + $309,000

$1,002,000

2014

$10,658 (−1.5%)

$654,500 + $291,200

$945,700

2013

$10,825 (+1.9%)

$682,400 + $291,100

$973,500

2012

$10,619 (+12.3%)

$759,700 + $296,900

$1,056,600

2011

$9,459 (+8.1%)

$650,100 + $315,100

$965,200

2010

$8,747 (+21.8%)

$661,100 + $315,100

$976,200

2009

$7,179

$543,500 + $309,100

$852,600

Tax history for 115 Penzance Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,111 (+10.3%)

$852,800 + $643,600

$1,496,400

2022

$12,791 (−0.5%)

$833,100 + $469,400

$1,302,500

2021

$12,856 (+0.2%)

$872,800 + $447,100

$1,319,900

2020

$12,827 (+6.0%)

$846,300 + $423,700

$1,270,000

2018

$12,104 (+5.0%)

$786,200 + $411,000

$1,197,200

2017

$11,529 (+2.3%)

$713,100 + $309,000

$1,022,100

2016

$11,273 (+5.8%)

$693,000 + $309,000

$1,002,000

2014

$10,658 (−1.5%)

$654,500 + $291,200

$945,700

2013

$10,825 (+1.9%)

$682,400 + $291,100

$973,500

2012

$10,619 (+12.3%)

$759,700 + $296,900

$1,056,600

2011

$9,459 (+8.1%)

$650,100 + $315,100

$965,200

2010

$8,747 (+21.8%)

$661,100 + $315,100

$976,200

2009

$7,179

$543,500 + $309,100

$852,600

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

3,920 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2006

Sq. Ft.

2,263

Year built

1884

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2120586

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Under, Off Street, Driveway, Stone/Gravel

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Bedroom #2 Information
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Double Vanity

Bathroom #3 Information
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Living Room Information
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Deck - Exterior,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access

Kitchen Information
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Deck - Exterior,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Partial

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Closet - Double

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,263
Foundation Area: 540
Foundation Details: Granite
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: Gray

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Covered
Exterior Features: Deck, Covered Patio/Deck, Professional Landscaping, Garden, Outdoor Shower, Stone Wall

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Has Waterview
Ocean

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.2
Lot Features: Flood Plain, Level
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Frontage Length: 50
Road Surface Type: Unimproved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,827
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Steam, Oil

Location

Location Information
Directions: South Street to Penzance Road
UnparsedAddress: 115 Penzance Rd, Rockport MA 01966

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,263
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 3,920 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1884
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Essex County
APN: 2120586

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Rockport Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi

5/10

Rockport High School

Public 6-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

6/10

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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

Rockport, MA • 01966

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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

$1.87M – $2.26M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
108 Penzance Rd, Rockport, MA 6 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 4008 Sq. Ft.	$5,063,730
192A South St, Rockport, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2707 Sq. Ft.	$1,012,358

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188 South St, Rockport, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2966 Sq. Ft.	$1,466,216

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186 South St, Rockport, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 984 Sq. Ft.	$974,934

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