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Sale Pending at 1255 Washington St, Gloucester, MA 01930 | MLS# 73550282 | Listing updated on 2026-08-11
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$1,495,000

Monthly Est:$7,441

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    3 Baths
  • Beds Icon1,464sqft

1255 Washington St, Gloucester, MA 01930

$7,441/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1920

  • $-- HOA

  • 3.9 acres lot

  • $1,021/sq.ft

Description

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...

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  • Houzeo last checked: 7 minutes ago
  • Listing updated: August 11, 2026 at 7:05 am
  • Listing Provided by: Michelle Kuppens (978) 808-9335 | Coldwell Banker Realty - Beverly (978) 927-1111
  • Source: MLS Property Information Network-MA | MLS#: 73550282 MLS Property Information Network-MA

Property Details

  • Status

    Pending

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Essex County

  • City

    Gloucester

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1920

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    1,464 sqft

  • Lot Size

    3.9 acres lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    MLS Property Information Network

  • MLS Number

    73550282

  • MLS Status

    Under Agreement

  • Days on Market

    63

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Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 4

    Bathrooms: 3

Interior

  • Flooring

    Wood, Tile

  • Appliances

    Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer

  • Exterior Features

    Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Garden, Guest House, Stone Wall

  • Window Features

    Storm Window(s), Screens

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Heating

    Central, Forced Air, Oil

  • Cooling

    None

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1920

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Construction Materials

    Frame

  • Architectural Style

    Farmhouse, Cottage

  • Roof

    Shingle

  • Foundation Details

    Granite, Irregular

Utilities & Energy

  • Basement

    Partial, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished

  • Water Source

    Public, Private

  • Laundry Features

    Washer Hookup

  • Utilities

    For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, Washer Hookup

  • Parking Features

    Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

  • Electric

    Generator, Circuit Breakers

Other Features

  • Disclosures

    Generator; Oven In Studio Does Not Work

  • Subdivision Name

    Folly Cove

  • Community Features

    Walk/jog Trails, Medical Facility

  • Lot Features

    Cleared, Gentle Sloping

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Porch, Patio

Price History

DateEventPrice

08/11/2026

Source: mls_logoMLS Property Information Network-MA #73550282

Pending

$1,495,000

$1,021/sqft

07/28/2026

Source: mls_logoMLS Property Information Network-MA #73550282

Contingent (Active Under Contract)

$1,495,000

$1,021/sqft

07/15/2026

Source: mls_logoMLS Property Information Network-MA #73550282

Listed for Sale

$1,495,000

$1,021/sqft

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