157 Maplewood Ave, Gloucester, MA, 01930
About This Home
**Price Improvement and Motivated Seller** Charming Gloucester home offering incredible potential with sought-after NB zoning, ideal for homeowners, investors, or those seeking a condo alternative without the fees. Enjoy close proximity to beautiful beaches, downtown, restaurants, shopping, schools, local attractions, and major highways for easy commuting. This property features a fenced-in backyard, perfect for entertaining, pets, or outdoor enjoyment. The spacious basement offers strong potential to be finished for additional living space, while existing pellet stove venting provides an easy option for future supplemental heat. Additional highlights include attic storage, a newer water heater, and flexible opportunities for expansion or customization. A wonderful opportunity to own in one of the North Shore’s desirable coastal communities.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1985
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Unfinished
Bathroom1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
Bedroom2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Finished area below ground: 912
- Finished area above ground: 912
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric Baseboard,Electric
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 912
- Total interior livable area: 912 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Dining Area, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
Living Room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: First
Master Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:0044 B:0017 L:0000,1895936
- Zoning: NB
Features
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: 1 to 2 Mile To Beach
Lot
- Lot size: 3,150 sqft
- Features: Other
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,300 | $27,600 |
| Home Insurance * | $155 | $1,860 |
| Property Taxes | $362 | $4,344 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $3,171 | $38,052 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-24 | Listed for sale | $455,000 |
| 2026-07-23 | Contingent | $455,000 |
| 2026-07-18 | Price change | $455,000 |
| 2026-07-09 | Price change | $487,000 |
| 2026-06-15 | Listed for sale | $497,000 |
| 2022-10-26 | Sold | $270,000 |
| 2021-05-18 | Sold | $270,000 |
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