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1255 Washington Street, 
Gloucester, MA 01930

$1,495,000

4

Beds

3

Baths

1,464

Sq Ft

Single Family

Active

Listed by

Michelle Kuppens, Mary Wood
Coldwell Banker Realty

978-927-1111

Last updated:

July 29, 2026, 11:38 AM

MLS#

73550282

Source:

MLSPIN

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About This Home

1255 Washington Street

Enjoy living in this Folly Cove property where artist and author Virginia Lee Burton did her life's work. This delightful estate is the well-preserved subject of her children's book "The Little House" The 3.9 acre property includes a sunny farmhouse as well as a separate barn/studio, each of which have been featured in many publications. Virginia wrote her books in the studio and it is also where the Folly Cove Design Group was formed and met. The house has 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths and the historic post and beam studio has a 20' granite fireplace and cathedral ceilings, providing comfort and privacy for guests. Unique features include large granite tables, benches and a cozy firepit. Granite pillars support trailing grapevines and near-by is a quarry and hiking /biking trails. Fruit and nut trees and berry bushes, as well as vegetable and flower gardens complement the yard. This is a magical property with plenty of privacy and parking that lends itself to indoor and outdoor events.

Home Facts

Single Family

3 Baths

4 Bedrooms

Built in 1920

Price Summary

1,495,000

$1,021 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

73550282

Last Updated:

July 29, 2026, 11:38 AM

Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

4

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

3

Full Bathrooms:

2

Interior

Living Area:

1,464 Sq. Ft.

Structure

Structure

Architectural Style:

Cottage, Farmhouse

Building Area:

1,464 Sq. Ft.

Year Built:

1920

Lot

Lot Size (Sq. Ft):

169,844

Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$1,495,000

Price per Sq. Ft:

$1,021 per Sq. Ft.

1255 Washington Street
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Michelle Kuppens

(978) 808-9335

(978) 808-9335

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Mary Wood

(978) 337-9592

(978) 337-9592

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Source:MLSPIN
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