
8 Luzitania Ave Gloucester — Photo 1 of 33
$575,000
8 Luzitania Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930
Gloucester, MA 01930
Beds
1
Baths
1.5
SqFt
2,233
Style
Single Family
Built
1944
Owned by the same family since 1970, this well well-located Gloucester home is ready for its next chapter. Offering exceptional flexibility and outstanding potential, it's an ideal opportunity to renovate and create a layout tailored to your vision. The main level features a spacious great room with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and abundant natural light, along with a living room, kitchen, sunroom, bedroom, and a dining room that could be reconfigured to suit a variety of future layouts. Both the main level and finished lower level include their own washer and dryer, adding convenience for everyday living. The finished lower level also offers a second kitchen, half bathroom, sunroom, generous living space, and a separate entrance, creating excellent potential for an in-law suite or future conversion opportunities. Buyers to perform all due diligence regarding potential future use. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced, low-maintenance oversized patio, ideal for relaxing or entertaining, along with four off-street parking spaces. Additional space alongside the home may be well suited for boat or recreational equipment storage. Ideally situated just minutes from Gloucester's vibrant downtown, beaches, harbor, restaurants, shopping, and cultural attractions, the home is approximately 0.2 miles from the new Veterans Memorial Elementary School, close to the MBTA commuter rail with direct service to Boston, offers easy access to Rt128, and is ready to be transformed into a layout that fits its next owner's vision. All offers, if any, are due by Tuesday, August 4th at noon with 24hrs for response as it is an estate sale.
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 15 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Gloucester, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer • Range Hood
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Golf
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl Main,FirstCeiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
Dining Room
Lvl Main,FirstCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Kitchen
Lvl Main,FirstCeiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Master Bedroom
Lvl Main,FirstCeiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood
Bathroom 1
Lvl Main,FirstBathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
Bathroom 2
Lvl BasementBathroom - Half
Population
30,075
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$84K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
36.0%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Essex County
992 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-15% vs the prior 12 months) — 515 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 2,233 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 4,500 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Henry Pizzo
Listing Office: Aluxety
MLS® Number: 73555744
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