Real Estate Showdown: Waterfront Gloucester Grandeur vs. Historical Concord Charm
It’s amazing what a few miles can do to the market. This month, we spotlight a sprawling coastal compound in Cape Ann and a historical landmark northwest of the city.
Listing agents: Post Advisory Group, Engel & Volkers Boston (Gloucester); The Ridick Revis Group, Compass (Concord)
Anfuso imaging (Gloucester); Dylan Boissoneau from Madore Photography (Concord)
9 Drumhack Rd., Gloucester | Sale Price: ~$5,800,000 | 49 Liberty St., Concord |
| $6,200,000 27 10,400 square feet 5 4 full, 2 half | Asking Price Days on Market Size Bedrooms Bathrooms | $6,000,000 50 5,413 square feet 5 4 full, 1 half |
Luxury means different things to different buyers: For some, it’s the crash of waves outside their window; for others, it’s the quiet hum of history nestled nearby. If coastal drama is your love language, you’ll marvel at this recently sold waterfront Gloucester estate. Multiple structures—including a guest cottage, pool house, and four-car garage—make the 2.4-acre property ideal for hosting a crowd, while elegant stonework and lush gardens give the grounds a sense of timeless romance.
In Concord, refinement takes a different shape. Built in 1846, the house, which sits on 2.45 acres just steps from the Concord River, blends antique details with modern updates—think solar panels, a geothermal heating system, and clean-lined finishes. While there was less of a price concession for this home than for the Gloucester property, it did take significantly longer to sell—an indication that at this price point, it can take a little more time to find the perfect buyer.
This article was first published in the print edition of the November 2025 issue with the headline: “Waterfront Gloucester Grandeur vs. Historical Concord Charm.”
