Last Sold Price
5 beds5 baths5,763 sqft$416/sqft
137 E Bay Rd, Osterville, MA 02655

Description

Set on a private perch on coveted East Bay Road, a timeless and gracious retreat known as Indian Knoll awaits. The magnificent estate property contains a fabulous shingle style house, a detached multi car garage with second floor studio and more than an acre of rolling lawns and gardens featuring a spectacular brick reflecting pool and ornate Italian garden statuary. The classic style house seamlessly combines elegant entertaining rooms with cozy, comfortable rooms and porches, along with fabulous...Set on a private perch on coveted East Bay Road, a timeless and gracious retreat known as Indian Knoll awaits. The magnificent estate property contains a fabulous shingle style house, a detached multi car garage with second floor studio and more than an acre of rolling lawns and gardens featuring a spectacular brick reflecting pool and ornate Italian garden statuary. The classic style house seamlessly combines elegant entertaining rooms with cozy, comfortable rooms and porches, along with fabulous architectural components and detailed craftsmanship. The house has benefited from many updates including a first floor master bedroom suite, and is impeccably maintained. The grounds and porches provide a serene environment to enjoy the timeless beauty, within steps to Dowses beach and town.
LISTING CLOSED: 05/31/2018 12:00 AM

Property Details for 137 East Bay Road

Status
MLS #
21716299
Days on Market
205
Taxes
$18,751 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1910
Lot Size
1.27 AC / 55,321 SF
Village
Osterville
School District
Barnstable
Style
Garden, Shingle
Waterfront
No
Waterview
No
Num Parking Spaces
5.00
FEMA 100 Yr Flood Plain
Not Applicable
Town
Barnstable

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,550,000

Avg days on market

108

Sale-to-list ratio

88.1%

Osterville, MA

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1

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Bedrooms
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Bathrooms
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Square Feet
2.03
Acres
$3,995,000 | 268 Parker Road, Osterville, MA 02655
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Bedrooms
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Bathrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres
$2,650,000 | 97 Old Mill Road, Osterville, MA 02655
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Bedrooms
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Bathrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres
$3,375,000 | 320 Parker Road, Osterville, MA 02655
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Acres
$2,150,000 | 85 Hollingsworth Road, Osterville, MA 02655
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Square Feet
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Acres
$2,500,000 | 298 Starboard Lane, Osterville, MA 02655
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Square Feet
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Acres
$4,400,000 | 38 Beach Plum Hill Road, Osterville, MA 02655
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Bedrooms
3,802
Square Feet
2.61
Acres
$2,550,000 | 64 Bay Street, Osterville, MA 02655
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Bedrooms
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Bathrooms
2,812
Square Feet
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Acres
an aerial view of a house with a lake view
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Sold 06/26/25

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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
0.36
Acres

Location

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Peggy Rowland

Sold By Sotheby's International Realty, Annie Hart Cool Team

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Building Information for 137 East Bay Road

Stories2Year Built1910Building Size-Lot Size1.27 AC / 55,321 SF

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$13,761 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,199

Property Taxes

$1,563

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 137 East Bay Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions to Property: Main Street to East Bay Road
  • Convenient To:Golf Course: Yes
  • Convenient To:House of Worship: Yes
  • Convenient To:In Town Location: Yes
  • Convenient To:Medical Facility: Yes
  • Convenient To:Public Tennis: Yes
  • Convenient To:School: Yes
  • Convenient To:Shopping: Yes
  • Location Description:South of Route 28: Yes
  • Region: Mid-Cape
  • County: Barnstable
  • City Postal ID: 02655
  • Street Number: 137
  • MLSAreaMajor: Barnstable
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description:Detached: Yes
  • Garage Description:Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Description:Stone/Gravel: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 5.00
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Assoc Fee Year: 0
  • Annual Assoc Fee: $0
  • AssociationYN: Yes
  • Annual Taxes: $19,661
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Zoning: RC
  • Tax ID: 140-160-001
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Land Court Cert #: 211043
  • TopographyLot Desc:View: Yes
  • TopographyLot Desc:Gentle Slope: Yes
  • TopographyLot Desc:Level: Yes
  • Water Access:Salt: Yes
  • Land Use: 101 - Residential, single family
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 55321
  • Sqft Total: 5763
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 5763.0
Property and Assessments
  • Total Assessment: $1,788,600
  • Land Assessments: $1,101,800
  • Building Assessments: $610,100
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Year Renovated: 2008.0
  • Warranty Available: No
  • Renovated: Yes
  • Flood Ins Required: No
  • Lead Base Paint: Unknown
  • Asbestos: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Underground Fuel Tank: Unknown
  • Landlord Pays:Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Landlord Pays:Hot Water: Yes
  • Year Built Desc:Approximate: Yes
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Property Subtypes: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built Numeric: 1910
  • Construction Materials: Shingle
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Attached: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Other
  • Fuel Type:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Hot Water:Tank: Yes
  • Hot Water Source:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Water:Town Water: Yes
  • Sewer:Septic Tank: Title V Grade Level
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard, Garden
  • Miles to Beach: .1 - .3
  • Private Dock: No
  • Appliances:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Dryer - Electric: Yes
  • Appliances:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances:Washer: Yes
  • Beach Description:Bay: Yes
  • Beach Description:Harbor: Yes
  • Beach Description:Nantucket Sound: Yes
  • Beach Description:Ocean: Yes
  • Beach Ownership:None: Yes
  • BeachLakePond:Dowses: Yes
  • BeachLakePond:Nantucket Sound: Yes
  • Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
  • Roof Description: Wood
  • Siding Description:Shingle: Yes
  • Private Pool YN: No
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Roof, Deck - Wood, Patio
Interior Features
  • Basement Description:Bulkhead Access: Yes
  • Basement Description:Full: Yes
  • Basement Description:Interior Access: Yes
  • Floors: Hardwood, Wood, Tile
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Baths Per Level: Baths - Level 1: 2
  • Baths Per Level: Baths - Level 2: 3
  • Sep Living Qtrs Info: Beds: 0
  • Total Rooms: 12
  • Baths Total: 5
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Foyer, Laundry, Dining Room, KitchenDining Combo, Living Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Office, Mud Room, Sunroom
  • RoomsTotal: 12
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 4.50
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 4.10
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room, Bedroom
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Heating: Yes
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • Laundry Features: First Floor
  • Kitchen Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Countertop Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • General Property Info:Stories: 2
Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Level: First Floor
Rental
Rental Information
  • Owner Pays: Hot Water

Property History for 137 East Bay Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 31, 2018

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21716299

$2,400,000
May 31, 2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72240315

$2,400,000
Apr 30, 2018

Under Agreement

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21716299

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/31/2018

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21716299

$2,400,000
05/31/2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72240315

$2,400,000
04/30/2018

Under Agreement

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21716299

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 137 East Bay Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,747,800Additions$1,833,000Total$3,580,800
Tax Record2025$28,969 ($2,414 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt5,763 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,763 SqFtStories2Lot Size55,321 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1910Year Renovated1910Zoning1CountyBARNSTABLEAPNOSTE M:140 L:160001

Schools near 137 East Bay Road

This home is within Barnstable School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 3
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 7
Public - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
West Villages Elementary School
PublicK to 3

Barnstable United Elementary School
Public4 to 5

Barnstable Intermediate School
Public6 to 7

Barnstable High School
Public8 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 137 East Bay Road, Osterville, MA 02655
$2,400,000
5
5
5,763
55,321
$4,572,500
4
4
3,100
41,818
$1,200,000
3
3
2,006
37,462
$1
5
3,261
$1
5
2,754
74,052
$910,000
4
2,487
15,246

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Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Peggy Rowland

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