OFF MARKET

Off Market May 2018 for $1.1M

$1,736,350

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $329/mo

•

1,749

sq ft

78 Penzance Rd, Rockport, MA 01966

About this home

Commanding a prized and rarely available waterview setting directly adjacent to Pebble Beach, this 2 + bedroom, 2 full bath seaside cottage embodies the timeless character of its coastal setting and offers light filled rooms that open onto sunny decks ensuring that sun, air and surf are never more than a step away; hardwood floors accent large picture windows framing ocean views; a sunroom offers a quiet enclave for gazing out to sea over morning coffee; and a popplestone fireplaced living room is a perfect vantage point to observe passing boats and the magnificent colors of the sunrise across the ocean. An attached one car garage with ample off street parking completes the offering.

Single-familyProperty Type

1920Year Built

5,662 sq ftLot Size

$993Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Amanda Armstrong • By The Sea Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Annie McClelland • By The Sea Sotheby's International Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #72301831

Redfin Estimate

$1,736,350

$586K since sold in May 2018$13K since August

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This home's estimate is 100.2% higher than the average sale price ($867K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$1,200,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,750 sq ft
38 Marmion Way, Rockport, MA 01966
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$700,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths1,860 sq ft
17 Hartz St, Gloucester, MA 01930
SOLD JAN 28, 2026
$810,000
C
2 beds2 baths1,548 sq ft
20 Haskell St, Gloucester, MA 01930
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$1,400,000
D
3 beds2 baths2,288 sq ft
66 Long Bch, Rockport, MA 01966
SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$718,000
E
2 beds1.5 baths1,320 sq ft
2 Harrison Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930
SOLD AUG 25, 2026
$375,000
F
2 beds1.5 baths912 sq ft
89 Friend St, Gloucester, MA 01930

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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
3 Spring Ln, Rockport, MA 01966
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Sale history for 78 Penzance Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,972 (+4.7%)

$677,500 + $380,000

$1,057,500

2022

$9,528 (−0.5%)

$678,700 + $291,600

$970,300

2021

$9,572 (−0.2%)

$705,100 + $277,700

$982,800

2020

$9,587 (+23.7%)

$699,500 + $249,700

$949,200

2018

$7,752 (+3.1%)

$581,100 + $185,700

$766,800

2017

$7,522 (+6.4%)

$527,100 + $139,700

$666,800

2016

$7,072 (+6.7%)

$488,900 + $139,700

$628,600

2014

$6,626 (−5.5%)

$456,300 + $131,600

$587,900

2013

$7,012 (−8.2%)

$499,200 + $131,400

$630,600

2012

$7,642 (+14.7%)

$617,600 + $142,800

$760,400

2011

$6,663 (+7.9%)

$528,400 + $151,500

$679,900

2010

$6,173 (+0.6%)

$537,400 + $151,500

$688,900

2009

$6,137

$506,100 + $222,800

$728,900

Tax history for 78 Penzance Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,972 (+4.7%)

$677,500 + $380,000

$1,057,500

2022

$9,528 (−0.5%)

$678,700 + $291,600

$970,300

2021

$9,572 (−0.2%)

$705,100 + $277,700

$982,800

2020

$9,587 (+23.7%)

$699,500 + $249,700

$949,200

2018

$7,752 (+3.1%)

$581,100 + $185,700

$766,800

2017

$7,522 (+6.4%)

$527,100 + $139,700

$666,800

2016

$7,072 (+6.7%)

$488,900 + $139,700

$628,600

2014

$6,626 (−5.5%)

$456,300 + $131,600

$587,900

2013

$7,012 (−8.2%)

$499,200 + $131,400

$630,600

2012

$7,642 (+14.7%)

$617,600 + $142,800

$760,400

2011

$6,663 (+7.9%)

$528,400 + $151,500

$679,900

2010

$6,173 (+0.6%)

$537,400 + $151,500

$688,900

2009

$6,137

$506,100 + $222,800

$728,900

*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

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5,663 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2006

Sq. Ft.

1,749

Year built

1920

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Essex County

APN

2120929

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: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 304
Length: 16
Width: 19
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Window(s) - Picture,Deck - Exterior,Slider

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 81
Length: 9
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Laminate

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 54
Length: 6
Width: 9
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 50
Length: 5
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower

Living Room Information
Area: 238
Length: 14
Width: 17
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Open Floorplan

Family Room Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors

Dining Room Information
Area: 168
Length: 12
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Window(s) - Picture,Deck - Exterior

Kitchen Information
Area: 252
Length: 12
Width: 21
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Balcony / Deck,Exterior Access

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Exterior Access, First Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Window(s) - Picture, Screens
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Slider, Sitting Room, Sun Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,749
Foundation Details: Slab
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: White

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Exterior, Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Garden

Property Information
Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Has Waterview
Ocean, Public, Sound, Walk to

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
Lot Features: Corner Lot
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,752
Tax Year: 2018

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Electric

Location

Location Information
Directions: Thatcher Road to South St to Penzance Road
UnparsedAddress: 78 Penzance Road, Rockport MA 01966

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

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,749
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Essex County
APN: 2120929

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 7

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Rockport Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi

5/10

Rockport High School

Public 6-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

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

6/10 Heat Factor

8 days above 89° expected this year, 18 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

$1.65M – $2.00M

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Home values near 78 Penzance Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
65 Penzance Road, Rockport, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3036 Sq. Ft.	$3,908,112
73 Penzance Road, Rockport, MA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 4800 Sq. Ft.	$3,254,977

Address	Redfin Estimate
69 Penzance Road, Rockport, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2077 Sq. Ft.	$2,093,489
70 Penzance Road, Rockport, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1452 Sq. Ft.	$1,179,432

Address	Redfin Estimate
71 Penzance Road, Rockport, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1646 Sq. Ft.	$2,073,088
72 Penzance Road, Rockport, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2240 Sq. Ft.	$1,165,545

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