Sold
Last Sold Price
9 beds4 baths5,793 sqft
165 Woods Hole Rd, Falmouth, MA 02540
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.37 acresLot Size
1900Year Built
$535/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Welcome to an exquisite blend of historical charm and modern luxury at 165 Woods Hole Road, Falmouth. This stunning 18-room mansion, spanning 5,793 square feet, is a rare find in the heart of one of Massachusetts' most desirable locales. Deeded beach rights to Racing Beach. Most recently used as housing for Scientific students. Set on a generous 2.37-acre lot, the property offers ample privacy and space for outdoor activities, gardening, or potential future expansions. This turn-of-the-century mansion...Welcome to an exquisite blend of historical charm and modern luxury at 165 Woods Hole Road, Falmouth. This stunning 18-room mansion, spanning 5,793 square feet, is a rare find in the heart of one of Massachusetts' most desirable locales. Deeded beach rights to Racing Beach. Most recently used as housing for Scientific students. Set on a generous 2.37-acre lot, the property offers ample privacy and space for outdoor activities, gardening, or potential future expansions. This turn-of-the-century mansion retains its original charm with beautiful hardwood floors and a captivating fieldstone fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Equipped with an industrial kitchen, the home is a chef's dream, ideal for preparing gourmet meals or hosting large gatherings. Enjoy the serene surroundings from the comfort of the wrap-around porch, perfect for morning coffees, evening cocktails, or simply relaxing and taking in the picturesque views. The property includes a young, industrial sized septic system to accomodate 30 heads on pillows, ensuring reliable and efficient wastewater management for years to come.
Listing closed: 11/21/2024 12:00 AM • Source: Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service, MLS#: 22402854

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Property Information for 165 Woods Hole Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $12,141 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Single Family Residence
  • Village: Falmouth
  • School District: Falmouth
  • Style: Antique
  • Waterfront: No
  • Waterview: No
  • FEMA 100 Yr Flood Plain: X
  • Town: Falmouth
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Lot Size: 2.37 AC / 103,237 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions to Property: route to 28 to locust street which becomes woods hole road.
  • Title Reference - Book: 230890
  • Convenient To:Bike Path: Yes
  • Convenient To:Conservation Area: Yes
  • Convenient To:House of Worship: Yes
  • Convenient To:In Town Location: Yes
  • Convenient To:Major Highway: Yes
  • Convenient To:Medical Facility: Yes
  • Convenient To:Convenient to Water Body 1: Surf Drive
  • Convenient To:Convenient to Water Body 2: Falmouth Harbor
  • Convenient To:Convenient to Water Body 3: Falmouth Heights
  • Location Description:South of Route 28: Yes
  • Region: Upper Cape
  • County: Barnstable
  • City Postal ID: 02540
  • Street Number: 165
  • MLSAreaMajor: Falmouth
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Description:Guest: Yes
  • Parking Description:Improved Driveway: Yes
  • Parking Description:Other - See Remarks: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Association: No
  • Membership Required: No
  • Annual Assoc Fee: $0
  • AssociationYN: No
  • Annual Taxes: $12,141
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Zoning: RA
  • Tax ID: 48 07 010 219
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • TopographyLot Desc:Gentle Slope: Yes
  • TopographyLot Desc:Interior: Yes
  • Water Access:Salt: Yes
  • Land Use: 10 - Multiple Use Property
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 103237
  • Sqft Total: 5793
  • Field Card SqFt: 5793
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 5793.0
  • General Property Info:Leased Land: No
Property and Assessments
  • Total Assessment: $1,933,300
  • Land Assessments: $785,300
  • Building Assessments: $1,131,300
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Year Renovated: 2022.0
  • Warranty Available: No
  • Renovated: Yes
  • Flood Ins Required: No
  • Lead Base Paint: Unknown
  • Asbestos: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Underground Fuel Tank: No
  • Landlord Pays:Sewer: Inspection Required for Sale
  • Landlord Pays:Hot Water: Yes
  • Neighborhood Amen: Deeded Beach Rights
  • Year Built Desc:Actual: Yes
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Property Subtypes: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built Numeric: 1900
  • Construction Materials: Clapboard, Shingle
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Attached: No
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Fuel Type:Electric: 220 Volts
  • Fuel Type:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Hot Water:Tankless: 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, for Gas Oven
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Miles to Beach: .3 - .5
  • Private Dock: No
  • Appliances:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Indoor Grill: Yes
  • Appliances:Range - Gas: Yes
  • Appliances:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Foundation: Poured, Stone
  • Roof Description: Asphalt
  • Siding Description:Clapboard: Yes
  • Siding Description:Shingle: Yes
  • Private Pool YN: No
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • General Property Info:Mi. to Beach Comments: trunk river
Interior Features
  • Basement Description:Finished: Yes
  • Basement Description:Full: Yes
  • Basement Description:Interior Access: Yes
  • Basement Description:Walk Out: Yes
  • Floors: Hardwood, Wood, Laminate
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Baths Per Level: Basement Baths: 1
  • Baths Per Level: Baths - Level 1: 1
  • Baths Per Level: Baths - Level 2: 2
  • Sep Living Qtrs Info: Beds: 0
  • Total Rooms: 18
  • Baths Total: 4
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Room Types: Dining Room, Living Room, Kitchen
  • RoomsTotal: 18
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 4.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 4.00
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Yes
  • Stories: 2
  • Kitchen Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • General Property Info:Stories: 2
Rental
Rental Information
  • Owner Pays: Hot Water

Property History for 165 Woods Hole Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 21, 2024

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22402854

$3,100,000—
Sep 27, 2024

Canceled

MLS PIN #73253609

$3,800,000—
Sep 14, 2024

Under Agreement

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22402854

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/21/2024

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22402854

$3,100,000
09/27/2024

Canceled

MLS PIN #73253609

$3,800,000
09/14/2024

Under Agreement

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22402854

—

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

Public Records for 165 Woods Hole Road

Taxable ValueLand$860,700Additions$1,775,800Total$2,636,500
Tax Record2025$15,476 ($1,290 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt9,773 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,421 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt2,352 SqFtStories2Lot Size103,068 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1900Year Renovated2000ZoningRACountyBARNSTABLEAPNFALM 48 S:07 P:010 L:219

Schools near 165 Woods Hole Road

This home is within Falmouth School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mullen-Hall Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Morse Pond School
Public5 to 6

Lawrence School
Public7 to 8

Falmouth High School
Public9 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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