$685,000
1
Bed
1
Bath
648
Living Area
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Property Description
Artist's Cottage — Annisquam/Back Bay, Gloucester. Originally built as an artist's barn, this magical one bedroom cottage sits on nearly an acre of land in one of Cape Anns most beautiful neighborhoods. Enjoy sunrises near the ocean, watch the stars appear at night, and step outside to gardens lovingly cultivated with organic care for over 25 years. A haven for sailors, kayakers, gardeners, writers, and dreamers. Make this your year round or perfect weekend get away spot. Perched atop a hill and safely above coastal storms, yet minutes from Gloucester's finest beaches, quarries, and so many hiking trails. The privacy, beauty and convenience is unmatched. Zoned R-40 with town water and sewer and two potential driveways — build your dream home and use the cottage for guests, studio space, or explore ADU or subdivision potential. Minutes to Annisquam Village and Plum Cove Beach. Come live by the ocean.This diamond is a rare find and won't be on the market long!
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Highlights
- Area: Bay View
- Heating: Forced Air, Propane, Wood Stove
- Property Class: Residential
- Style: Cottage
- Year Built: 1986
- Has View: Yes
- Parking Spots: 4
- Property Type: Single Family Residence
- Total Rooms: 4
- Status: Active
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Additional Details
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Fireplaces: 1
- Lot Features: Level, Other
- Roof: Shingle
- View: Scenic View(s)
- Year Built Source: Public Records
- Exterior Features: Garden, Stone Wall
- Foundation: Block
- Road Frontage Type: Public
- SqFt Source: Public Record
- Year Built Details: Actual
- Zoning: R-40
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Amenities
- Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Other
- Waterfront Features: Bay, Harbor, Ocean, Walk to, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach
- Parking Features: Off Street, Unpaved
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Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
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Fees / Taxes
- Assessed Value: $422,200
- Taxes: $3,931
- Tax Year: 2026
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