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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $300,000 on Feb 29, 2024

656 ESSEX AVE

GLOUCESTER, MA 01930
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,795 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1916
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · Feb 29, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,145 (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.$529,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$184,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$344,500

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

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
West Parish Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.0 mi
H
Gloucester High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi
M
O'Maley Innovation Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 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

656 Essex Ave 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.

  • Older than 74% of homes in Essex County

How it measures up in Gloucester 01930

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

Living area1,795 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1916
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 656 Essex Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGloucester 01930Essex County
Living areabigger than1,795 ft²58% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac49% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than191634% of homes26% of homes

About 656 Essex Ave

When did 656 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA last sell?

656 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA last sold on Feb 29, 2024 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 656 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA?

656 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,795 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 656 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA built?

656 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA was built in 1916, making it 110 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 656 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA?

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

How does 656 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA compare to other homes in Gloucester 01930?

Among the 11,007 homes in Gloucester 01930, it is bigger than 58% of them (1,795 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1916 against a typical 1945). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 656 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 656 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA was $5,145. The county assessed it at $529,300.

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