43 Woodward Ave, Gloucester, MA, 01930
About This Home
This beautifully maintained home has been extensively updated, offering true move-in-ready living. The 1st floor features a stunning chef’s kitchen with quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and quality finishes throughout. Also on the main level are a spacious bedroom, dining area, front-to-back living room with a new gas fireplace, full bath, and an exceptional sunroom overlooking the expansive deck and backyard. Upstairs, you'll find a generously sized primary bedroom, two additional bedrooms, and a second full bath. A standout feature is the 12' x 20' shed with electricity and plumbing, offering exciting potential as a guest suite, in-law space, private office, studio, or workshop. Just steps from the property, enjoy deeded/shared access to the scenic Little River (which flows into the Annisquam), where you can swim, launch kayaks or paddleboards, go clamming, or simply take in the water views and coastal charm that make this location so desirable.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1962
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead
Bathroom1
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4
- Level: First
Bathroom2
- Features: Skylight
- Level: Second
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 208
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 108
Bedroom4
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 132
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 189
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Recessed Lighting,Sun Room
- Window features: Skylight(s)
- Flooring: Tile,Hardwood,Flooring - Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 2,084
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Baseboard,Oil
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,084
- Total interior livable area: 2,084 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 225
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 208
Master Bedroom
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Second
- Area: 286
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1904400
- Zoning: R-20
- Foundation area: 999
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Exterior,Porch - Enclosed,Patio
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed,Patio,Storage,Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water,River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Water
Lot
- Lot size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Wooded
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 5
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
- Coastal Flooding
- Ice Storm
- 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 | $5,557 | $66,684 |
| Home Insurance * | $376 | $4,512 |
| Property Taxes | $876 | $10,512 |
| Electricity | $410 | $4,931 |
| Total | $7,219 | $86,628 |
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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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-17 | Price change | $1,099,000 |
| 2026-05-26 | Listed for sale | $1,175,000 |
| 2023-11-16 | Sold | $760,000 |
| 2023-09-11 | Contingent | $729,000 |
| 2023-09-05 | Listed for sale | $729,000 |
| 2002-05-30 | Sold | $355,000 |
| 1996-03-11 | Sold | $185,000 |
| 1987-10-16 | Sold | $195,000 |
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