Tucked away on a private, no-through-traffic oceanfront way, this property enjoys a rare combination of tranquility, privacy, and stunning waterfront surroundings on Straitsmouth Point between Rockport’s legendary twin lighthouses on Thacher Island to the south; Sandy Bay and the Atlantic Ocean to the west and north and the rocky shoreline below. Every spacious room within the easy-flowing floor plan features an ocean view via massive windows and exudes a cozy, yet refined ambiance that meets today’s needs and desires for daily living and when entertaining. With 4 bedrooms – the primary suite has a massive closet - 3.5 baths and 4,000+ sf of air-conditioned living space, this spectacular residence with beautiful gardens, ample outdoor play spaces, palazzo-like covered patio, 2-car heated garage with a workshop, and substantial storage accommodates a multitude of must-haves as well as amenities you didn’t even know you wanted. A year-round property destined to become a generational treasure
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Last Checked: July 28th, 2026 at 8:03pm (Source: MLS PIN #73555738)
Garage Parking
Green Features
Air Conditioning
Waterview
Waterfront
Lead Paint Free
Accessible Features
General Information for 5 Gap Head Rd, Rockport MA 01966
Listing ID73555738
Property TypeSingle Family / Detached
Price$5,500,000 ($1,342.77/SqFt)
StyleColonial
CityRockport
CountyEssex
MLS AreaOcean View
Neighborhood(s)Ipswich
Garage Parking2
ZoningRA
Year Built1998
Year Built SourcePublic Records
Year Built DetailsActual
Handicap Access / Features1
Interior Features for 5 Gap Head Rd, Rockport MA 01966
Approximate Living Area Total4096
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Rooms10
Bedrooms4
Primary En Suite BathroomYes
BasementFull
Cooling1, Split
Fireplaces
AppliancesRange
FlooringTile
Electric220 Volts
Exterior Features for 5 Gap Head Rd, Rockport MA 01966
Approximate Lot Size (Acres)0.74
Approximate Lot Size (Square Feet)32017
Total Parking8 (2 Garage)
Garage Parking2
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping
Parking Features1
Exterior FeaturesPorch
Foundation Materials
Construction MaterialsFrame
Road Frontage Type
Patio & PorchCovered
Roof MaterialAsphalt/fiberglass Shingles
Utility Connections110 Volts
Water ViewsYes
Water Views FeaturesBay
Waterfront1
Waterfront FeaturesRiver
Pool Features
Horse Permitted0
Horse AmenitiesRiver
Disclosures for 5 Gap Head Rd, Rockport MA 01966
Lead PaintNone
UFFINo
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Living Area Disclosure
Building Area SourcePublic Records
Special Listing Conditions
ExclusionsElectric Fireplace
Compensation Based On
Financial Information for 5 Gap Head Rd, Rockport MA 01966
Association Fee
Association Fee Frequency
Association Fee Includes
Real Estate Tax26118
Tax Year2026
Assessed Value$3,087,200
Location Information for 5 Gap Head Rd, Rockport MA 01966
Elementary SchoolRkpt Elem
Middle SchoolRms
High SchoolRhs
Neighborhood(s)Ipswich
MLS AreaOcean View
Area AmenitiesWalk/jog Trails
Contact Information for 5 Gap Head Rd, Rockport MA 01966