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55 Fort Sq, Gloucester, MA 01930, USA
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Property Overview
55 Fort Sq offers a location with appealing local character and access to the surrounding Gloucester area. It also stands out for practical living features and overall convenience, while offering a setting that may work well for a range of lifestyle needs.
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
More space
Great for
Work-from-home
Amenities for 55 Fort Sq
Apartment Amenities
| First Floor | Pantry |
| Walk-In Shower | Water & Sewer Included |
Appliances
| Gas Stove/Range | Microwave |
| Refrigerator/Freezer |
Services
| Trash Removal Included |
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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About 55 Fort Sq
Authentic Gloucester living "Down the Fort." This year round one bedroom ground floor apartment in a 5 unit building, is available now. Experience what its like to be part of Gloucester's Finest Kind heritage. Located within blocks of the harbor and all that downtown Gloucester has to offer: museums, shops, library, restaurants, marinas and whale watch excursions. Private side entrance that opens to the fully applianced kitchen with pantry. Bathroom with shower. Ample size living room with lots of windows. One good sized bedroom. Rental includes: water, sewer and trash. Renter pays heat, electric, cable/internet. On street parking only.
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 55 Fort Sq compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 82 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Address details
| Zip code | 01930 |
|---|---|
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Gloucester
1-bedroom apartments at 55 Fort Sq cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Gloucester.
Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Gloucester
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,495 |
| July 2024 | $2,548 |
| August 2024 | $2,670 |
| September 2024 | $2,300 |
| October 2024 | $2,131 |
| November 2024 | $1,925 |
| December 2024 | $2,212 |
| January 2025 | $2,297 |
| February 2025 | $2,271 |
| March 2025 | $2,169 |
| April 2025 | $2,137 |
| May 2025 | $2,284 |
| June 2025 | $2,495 |
| July 2025 | $2,040 |
| August 2025 | $2,200 |
| September 2025 | $2,190 |
| October 2025 | $2,150 |
| November 2025 | $2,120 |
| December 2025 | $2,075 |
| January 2026 | $2,092 |
| February 2026 | $2,267 |
| March 2026 | $2,320 |
| April 2026 | $2,280 |
| May 2026 | $2,276 |
| June 2026 | $2,250 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 55 Fort Sq
Gloucester Preschool
2 blackburn dr
gloucester, MA, 1930
PKPublic
Beeman Memorial School
138 cherry st
gloucester, MA, 1930
K-5Public
C+
McKeown School
70 balch st
beverly, MA, 1915
PKPublic
Bentley Academy Charter School
25 memorial dr
salem, MA, 1970
K-5Public
C-
Lucretia and Joseph Brown School
40 baldwin rd
marblehead, MA, 1945
PK, K-3Public
A-
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Neighborhood
Getting around Gloucester near 55 Fort Sq
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
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
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 55 Fort Sq, Gloucester
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
2/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive
Explore the area around 55 Fort Sq
Shaw's Supermarket
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Market Basket
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Cape Ann Fresh Food
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Stop & Shop Supermarket
6 Thatcher Rd
Shaw's Supermarket
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Design of Mine
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Mark Adrian Shoes
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Dress Code
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Floating Lotus
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Fireflies Boutique
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Drift
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Lone Gull Coffee House
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Morning Glory Coffee Shop
25 Western Ave
Water Front Cafe
31 Western Ave
Two Sisters Coffee Shop
27 Washington St
Minglewood Harborside
25 Rogers St
Machaca
14 Rogers St
Tavern on the Harbor
30 Western Ave
Cape Ann Lanes
53 Gloucester Ave
Kanaka Poke
355 Gloucester Crossing Rd
Pier 7 Inc
108 Commercial St
Angelica Seafoods
52 Rear Commercial St
Fusheng Seafood
52 Commercial St
Cake Ann
63 Rogers St
Eleven Eleven Elixir
1 Main St
Fort Point Park
Saint Peter's Square Park
Solomon Jacbobs Park
Captain Solomon Jacobs Park
Sargent House Garden
1606 Restaurant & Bar
55 Commercial St
Blue Collar Lobster Co
63 Rogers St
The Gloucester House
63 Rogers St
Mom's Kitchen
29 Commercial St
Oak to Ember LLC
9 Rogers St
Main St & Pleasant St
Eastern Ave, Gloucester Crossing/Business Express, Lanesville, Magnolia, Saturday Mall, Thatcher Road, West Gloucester
Post Office - City Hall
Gloucester Crossing/Business Express
Senior Center - Dunkin' Donuts
Gloucester Crossing/Business Express, Essex Ave to GHS
Rose Baker Senior Center
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