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About this home
Showings begin at the Saturday and Sunday Open Houses from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM! Welcome to 262 Washington Street, a classic 1933 Dutch Colonial offering 9 rooms of versatile living space. Rich in local history, the home was relocated from Maplewood Avenue during the 1950s Route 128 expansion and now sits proudly on a 0.17-acre level corner lot.The exterior boasts outstanding curb appeal with a welcoming enclosed sunroom, an attached one-car garage, a brand-new paved driveway, and fresh landscaping. Inside, you will find a bright layout featuring gleaming hardwood floors, elegant French doors in the living room, and a kitchen equipped with brand-new stainless steel appliances. The second floor offers three bedroom and a full bath with custom cabinetry.The fully finished lower level significantly expands your usable space, featuring a family room, a workshop, a second full bathroom, and a laundry room, all protected by a French drain and sump pump system. This move-in-ready home also features a brand-new roof (September 2026) and an updated 2012 furnace. Enjoy an unbeatable location with immediate access to Route 128, the commuter rail, and local beaches just 1–2 miles away.Offers are due Monday, 10/26/2026 at 6:00 PM and will be presented on Tuesday. Please note: This is an Estate Sale. The property is being sold "As-Is" with no representations or warranties from the Seller or Real Estate Broker.
Single-familyProperty Type
1933Year Built
7,200 sq ftLot Size
$291Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Philip Dennesen• Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Listed by Robin O'Donnell• Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Riverview, located between the Annisquam River and Route 128, is a residential and waterfront Gloucester neighborhood with salt-marsh edges and winding side streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Route 127/Essex Avenue corridor, where marinas, bait-and-tackle counters, and low-key seafood spots set a working-harbor tone. Cape Ann Lobstermen, Gloucester Marine Railways, and the Cape Ann Museum’s downtown campus serve as recognizable local pillars tied to the area’s maritime identity. Housing leans toward classic New England capes and compact colonials, with pockets of mid-century ranches. River views, tidal creeks, and boat traffic shape daily rhythms more than storefront bustle. Side roads lead to small docks, kayak launches, and quiet overlooks that keep the landscape front and center.
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Market insights
262 Washington St · $599,900
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 23 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.1%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$599,900
Median sale price in this area is $755,937. (26% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
21% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Entry hall
Mud room
Sunroom
French doors
Overhead lighting
Full finished basement with bulkhead, sump pump, and concrete
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms, all on the second floor
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms: one on the second floor with a tub and shower, and one in the basement with a shower stall
Custom-built bathroom cabinets
Kitchen
Range, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Basement laundry with washer hookup and electric dryer hookup
Flooring
Hardwood, tile, and vinyl
Heating & cooling
Oil-fired hot water heating
Exterior features
Rain gutters
Professional landscaping
Cleared, level corner lot
Ocean nearby; public beach 1 to 2 miles away
Workshop
Home design
Single-family residence
Parking
Attached garage with 1 space
3 open parking spaces
Driveway parking with tandem and off-street options
Construction
Frame and block construction
Block foundation
Shingle roof
White exterior
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Circuit breakers
HOA & community
Near public transportation, shopping, parks, medical facilities, laundromat, highway access, a house of worship, marina, public school, and T-Station
Electricity and solar
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