For Sale · Single Family
8 Rouse Rd.
Gloucester, MA 01930
$2,995,000
$1,035 per sq ft
- 2
- beds
- 2
- baths
- 2,894
- sq ft
Est. payment: $17,692/mo Estimated. Taxes and insurance included.
- Lot (sq ft)
- 24,214
- Year Built
- 1920
- Type
- Single Family
- Status
- For Sale
- Property taxes (2026)
- $28,775
- Assessed value
- $3,090,800
- Days on Market
- 9
About this home
Set on the coveted waterfront of Eastern Point, this iconic property offers a truly exceptional location overlooking the open Atlantic. During World War II, the home was owned by the U.S. government and served as a lookout station for enemy submarines.The first floor features an inviting open floor plan, with a kitchen flowing into the living and dining areas. A dramatic floor-to-ceiling fieldstone fireplace anchors the living room, while sliders open to a beautiful waterside patio—perfect for enjoying the spectacular setting.The expansive great room, once a garage, offers tremendous flexibility and could be converted back if desired. On the second floor, two generous decks flank the main structure, while a cozy second living room with fireplace provides an intimate retreat. The spacious primary bedroom features a full bath and access to the remarkable outdoor spaces.A spiral staircase leads to the third-floor loft, where the views are truly magnificent, stretching across the open Atlantic. Renovate to your taste or build anew—properties in a setting this rare and extraordinary seldom become available.
Facts & features
Interior
- Total rooms
- 6
- Appliances
- Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Fireplaces
- 2
- Laundry
- First Floor
- Interior features
- Bathroom - Full, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Living/Dining Rm Combo
Systems & utilities
- Heating
- Central, Baseboard, Fireplace(s)
- Cooling
- None
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Private Sewer
- Electric
- 200+ Amp Service
Exterior & parking
- Total parking
- 4
- Exterior features
- Deck, Deck - Roof, Patio, Storage
- Patio & porch
- Deck, Deck - Roof, Patio
Construction
- Architectural style
- Colonial
- Construction materials
- Frame, Stone
- Foundation
- Block
- Roof
- Shingle
- Year built
- 1920
Flood risk
Location
Courtesy of Engel & Volkers By the Sea
MLS #: 73564204 · Updated: August 25, 2026
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