
8 Hideaway Place Rockport — Photo 1 of 20
Recent Drop: $55,000
$795,000
8 Hideaway Place, Rockport, MA 01966
Rockport, MA 01966
Beds
2
Baths
1
SqFt
881
Style
Single Family
Built
1933
Settled quietly in the heart of Rockport’s beloved seaside community, this beautifully renovated two-bedroom bungalow offers the perfect blend of coastal charm and convenience. The bright, open-concept eat-in kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, beadboard cabinetry, and a striking blue glass subway tile backsplash. Warm, inviting living spaces make the home feel both comfortable and functional. A detached one-car garage with workshop space provides excellent storage for kayaks, bicycles, beach gear, and more, while the outdoor space invites you to relax and enjoy the coastal air. Ideally located just moments from downtown Rockport, you can leave the car behind and stroll to Bearskin Neck’s shops, restaurants, galleries, beaches, and scenic harbor, home to the iconic Motif #1. Whether as a year-round residence or weekend retreat, this home captures the essence of coastal New England living.
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Rockport, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Electric Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • House of Worship
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First31.25 x 14.333333333
Window(s) - Picture, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
Kitchen
Lvl First31.25 x 14.333333333
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
Office
Lvl First11.25 x 9.5
Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead
Primary Bedroom
Lvl First11.583333333 x 13.916666666
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Sconce
Bathroom 1
Lvl First5.833333333 x 11.416666666
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Sconce, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
Property History
$3,200
Sep 17, 2026
MLS® 73547204
$795,000
Was $850,000
Aug 18, 2026
MLS® 73526215
$3,200
Jul 9, 2026
MLS® 73547204
$850,000
May 28, 2026
MLS® 73526215
Population
7,009
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$96K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
31.7%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Essex County
1,060 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-11% vs the prior 12 months) — 603 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 441 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 881 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 5,576 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Amanda Armstrong Group
Listing Office: Compass
MLS® Number: 73526215
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