Fixer-Upper Friday: A Colorful Rockport Victorian

Restorations are needed to bring back the elegance of this grand home.

By Olivia Rassow· 11/20/2015, 1:51 p.m.

Location: 68 Granite, Rockport—with views of the harbor and a ten minute walk from town.
Stats: 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 3,650 square feet
Listing Price: $379,000
Listing Agent: Patty Knaggs, RE/MAX Advantage Real Estate, remax.com.

Even with the shabby interiors in disrepair, the grandeur of this 1800s-built Rockport home is hard to ignore. From the street, oversized windows and a mansard roof make a statement, and a covered porch leads to the entry. Inside, high ceilings and well-lit rooms with detailed woodwork are highlights. A living and dining area with dual window seats and pocket doors, has potential as an elegant entertaining space. The bedrooms are spacious, and the bathrooms have antique-style tubs. While the flooring, baths and kitchen need attention, there’s an opportunity to customize a space not far from town.