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Highlights
- Soaking tub
- Fire pit
- Spectacular views
- Cable ready
- Private deck
- Open-concept kitchen, dining, living area
Location
1 Chester Sq, Gloucester, MA 01930, USA
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Contact
AVH Realty, Inc
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Property Overview
With a quiet environment and high-speed internet, this property is well-suited for remote work and offers an open-concept living space filled with natural light. Notable features such as a soaking tub, fire pit, and private deck enhance outdoor and indoor living experiences while providing spectacular views. Proximity to a grocery store just a short distance away, alongside an extensive photo collection, underlines its value for money in comparison to similar properties.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Images Available
Great for
Work-from-home
Amenities for 1 Chester Sq
Apartment Amenities
| Deck | Single Family |
| Soaking Tub | TV |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| Gas Stove/Range | In-Unit Laundry |
| Refrigerator/Freezer | Washer and Dryer |
Tech
| Internet Included | WiFi |
Building
| Water/Sewer |
Grounds
| Fire Pit | Off-Street Parking |
| Outdoor Space | Private Dock |
Neighborhood
| Waterfront |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
Questions about this property’s policies and fees?
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About 1 Chester Sq
Winter Rental Available: September 15, 2025-May 31,2026. This beautifully renovated home is located directly on Lobster Cove in the historic village of Annisquam. Soak up the beautiful views from the house, deck or private dock of the fabled footbridge which connects the Annisquam peninsula to the banks of mainland Gloucester. The interior boasts an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area, highlighted by a wall of waterside windows that flood the space with natural light. The well-applianced kitchen has honed granite countertops and a mix of fir and bamboo floors. On this level, there are three bedrooms including one of two primary suites with private deck, and two full bathrooms and a laundry closet with side-by-side washer/dryer. Upstairs is the second primary bedroom suite featuring a private deck with spectacular views and an ensuite bathroom with a soaking tub and dressing area. Enjoy views from the deck or warm fall nights around the fire pit in the verdant side yard. Go for a swim, kayak, or paddleboard from the private dock. Walk to Lobster Cove and Annisquam's beaches, or short boat ride to Wingaersheek Beach. Two-car parking. First, last, & security due at signing. Internet and water/sewer included. Renter responsible for heat (gas), hot water and electric. Cable ready. No pets. No smoking. No events or parties.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1 Chester Sq compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 4-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 01930 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Gloucester
4-bedroom apartments at 1 Chester Sq cost about 33% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Gloucester.
Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Gloucester
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $3,900 |
| December 2023 | $3,680 |
| January 2024 | $3,500 |
| June 2024 | $4,500 |
| July 2024 | $4,500 |
| August 2024 | $4,860 |
| September 2024 | $4,325 |
| October 2024 | $4,456 |
| November 2024 | $4,250 |
| December 2024 | $4,250 |
| March 2025 | $3,650 |
| April 2025 | $3,650 |
| July 2025 | $5,900 |
| August 2025 | $5,935 |
| September 2025 | $6,400 |
| October 2025 | $6,080 |
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Can I afford to live at 1 Chester Sq?
Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $159,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,975.
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Schools near 1 Chester Sq
Plum Cove School
15 hickory st
gloucester, MA, 1930
K-5Public
B+
Gloucester Preschool
2 blackburn dr
gloucester, MA, 1930
PKPublic
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Internet available near 1 Chester Sq
Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Gloucester near 1 Chester Sq
Walking
2/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1 Chester Sq, Gloucester
Groceries
0/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk
Shopping
1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
1/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
0/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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