197 E Main 1, Gloucester, MA 01930

Building Details

Year built

1900

Roof type

Asphalt, Rubber

Architectural style

Other

Listing agent Andrée Robert

Listing office Engel & Völkers Gloucester G***@engelvoelkers.com 120 Main Street, Gloucester, MA Show Phone

Listing date Jun 4, 2026

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Overview

This for-sale first-floor condo unit in Gloucester is a flexible commercial space with a large great room and floor-to-ceiling windows. The layout includes a half bath, kitchen, and washroom, and it has been used previously as a restaurant (formerly Duckworth's Bistrot). The outdoor area currently includes a walk-in refrigerator, which could be adapted for use as a patio depending on the buyer’s operational plans.

Located at 197 E. Main 1 in East Gloucester, the property is positioned for street visibility and convenience in the center of East Gloucester. Nearby points of reference mentioned with the location include Smith Cove, the North Shore Art Association, Rocky Neck, Niles Beach, and Good Harbor Beach.

With its open interior, kitchen and washroom infrastructure, and prominent glazing, the space can support a variety of business formats, including a restaurant, office, gallery, or other retail-oriented use. Please note the property is listed with zoning described as Legal Non-Conforming, which may be a consideration for prospective buyers evaluating their intended use and compliance requirements.

Map

City

Gloucester

County

Essex

State

Massachusetts

Longitude

-70.651061

Latitude

42.609189

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FAQs

What type of property is this?

Storefront property - Flexible first-floor space with floor-to-ceiling windows and indoor/outdoor areas for retail, office, or restaurant use.

Where is this storefront property located?

The property is located at 197 E Main 1 Gloucester, MA.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $325,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Former Duckworth’s Bistrot first‑floor condo unit in East Gloucester; Large great room with floor‑to‑ceiling windows, plus a half bath, kitchen, and washroom; Outdoor space currently includes a walk‑in refrigerator, with potential to convert to patio space