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$1,079,148$676 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $350,000 on Oct 18, 2012

31 CHESTER SQ

GLOUCESTER, MA 01930
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,596 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.86 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1.1M
$987K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$350,000 · Oct 18, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,980 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,026,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$738,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$288,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,090,030

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.86
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Plum Cove Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
M
O'Maley Innovation Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
H
Gloucester High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi

District: Gloucester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01930These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.90

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,229
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.958 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,930
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,096
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

31 Chester Sq measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 84% of homes in Essex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Gloucester 01930
  • Older than 70% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Gloucester 01930

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$291K$3.6M

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Gloucester 01930.

How it measures up in Gloucester 01930

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gloucester 01930.

Estimated value$1,079,148
CheaperTypical $719,294Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$676
CheaperTypical $488Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,596 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size0.86 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1943Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 31 Chester Sq ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGloucester 01930Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,079,14875% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$67680% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,596 ft²48% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.86 ac85% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than192044% of homes30% of homes

About 31 Chester Sq

How much is 31 Chester Sq, Gloucester, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 31 Chester Sq, Gloucester, MA is $1,079,148 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $986,756 to $1,171,540. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 31 Chester Sq, Gloucester, MA last sell?

31 Chester Sq, Gloucester, MA last sold on Oct 18, 2012 for $350,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 31 Chester Sq, Gloucester, MA?

31 Chester Sq, Gloucester, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,596 square feet of living space and a 0.86-acre lot.

When was 31 Chester Sq, Gloucester, MA built?

31 Chester Sq, Gloucester, MA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 31 Chester Sq, Gloucester, MA?

31 Chester Sq, Gloucester, MA is assigned to Plum Cove Elementary School (elementary), rated B; O'Maley Innovation Middle School (middle), rated C; Gloucester High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Gloucester School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 31 Chester Sq, Gloucester, MA compare to other homes in Gloucester 01930?

Among the 11,007 homes in Gloucester 01930, it is worth more than 75% of them ($1,079,148 against a typical $719,294), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($676 against a typical $488), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,596 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (0.86 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1920 against a typical 1943). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 84% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 31 Chester Sq, Gloucester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 31 Chester Sq, Gloucester, MA was $9,980. The county assessed it at $1,026,700.

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