
18 Holly St Gloucester — Photo 1 of 39
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
SqFt
3,295
Style
Single Family
Built
1900
This spectacular property was custom-designed and built over the years by the owner of renowned builders Mill River Carpentry. Set on a beautiful lot along a peaceful street in Gloucester's desirable Riverdale neighborhood, this exceptional home showcases remarkable craftsmanship, expansive living spaces, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. A stone driveway welcomes you to an enormous mudroom that opens into a recently renovated custom kitchen featuring concrete quartz countertops and an impressive 60-inch refrigerator. The spacious living room is anchored by a woodstove with a beautiful granite surround and opens to a generous deck and pool area. The main level also offers a full bath with laundry, a comfortable sitting area off the kitchen, and a large dining room with cathedral ceilings. Exceptional details are found throughout, including radiant heat, tongue-and-groove pine ceilings, five-inch red oak flooring, and oversized windows that fill the home with natural light. The open first-floor layout extends effortlessly to a deck, patio, and screened porch, creating an ideal setting for entertaining and relaxing. The second floor features two bedrooms, a full bath, and an impressive primary bedroom with a cathedral ceiling and an oversized walk-in closet. The walkout portion of the basement provides a dedicated home gym area. A spacious breezeway offers flexible den or office space and leads to an oversized garage equipped with a 12-by-10-foot overhead door, a half bath, and radiant floor heat. Completing this remarkable property is a bright one-bedroom apartment above the garage - ideal for extended family, guests, or potential rental income. The apartment also features a large private deck with beautiful views of the Annisquam River and Ipswich Bay.
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Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 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 • Microwave • Refrigerator
Neighborhood
Walk/Jog Trails • Bike Path • Conservation Area
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First25 x 17
Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Slider
Dining Room
Lvl First21 x 9
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Deck - Exterior, Wainscoting, Beadboard
Kitchen
Lvl First14 x 13
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Peninsula, Lighting - Pendant
Family Room
Lvl First17 x 14
Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Exterior Access
Master Bedroom
Lvl Second15 x 14
Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second14 x 11
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second12 x 12
Ceiling Fan(s), Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bathroom 1
Lvl First10 x 8
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second10 x 9
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Recessed Lighting
Bathroom 3
Lvl First6 x 4
Bathroom - Full
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 3,295 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 18,300 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: Mark Ventimiglia
Listing Office: Vadala Real Estate
MLS® Number: 73575871
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