1255 Washington Street Gloucester, MA ^$ 1,495,000

1255 Washington Street

^$ 1,495,000

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1255 Washington Street

Gloucester, MA, 01930

^$ 1,495,000

Bedrooms4 Baths2.1 Sq 1,464

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^$ 9,440

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for $1,495,000 with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths, 1 half bath. This 1,464 square foot home was built in 1920 on a lot size of 3.9.

Enjoy living in this Folly Cove property where artist and author Virginia Lee Burton did her life's work. This delightful estate is the well-preserved subject of her children's book "The Little House" The 3.9 acre property includes a sunny farmhouse as well as a separate barn/studio, each of which have been featured in many publications. Virginia wrote her books in the studio and it is also where the Folly Cove Design Group was formed and met. The house has 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths and the historic post and beam studio has a 20' granite fireplace and cathedral ceilings, providing comfort and privacy for guests. Unique features include large granite tables, benches and a cozy firepit. Granite pillars support trailing grapevines and near-by is a quarry and hiking /biking trails. Fruit and nut trees and berry bushes, as well as vegetable and flower gardens complement the yard. This is a magical property with plenty of privacy and parking that lends itself to indoor and outdoor events.

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^$ 1,495,000

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^$ 10,852

Style

Farmhouse,Cottage

Lot Size

3.9

Year Built

1920

Town/City

Gloucester

County/Region

Essex

MLS | Web ID

73550282

List By

Michelle Kuppens

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Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly

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Monthly Principal & Interest: $9,440
Monthly Property Taxes: $904
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Date	Price	Price Change	Description
7/15/2026	$1,495,000		Listed Price

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1255 Washington Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930 is a Single Family Home for sale at $1,495,000 with 1,464 sqft and a lot size of 3.9. 1255 Washington Street has 4 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, and was built in 1920. The property's zip code is 01930 which is in Gloucester, MA

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