Last Sold Price
3 beds3 baths1,728 sqft$373/sqft
179 Tonset Rd, Orleans, MA 02653

Description

East Orleans. Private and pretty Arts & Crafts-style home on beautifully landscaped lot abutting conservation, close to E. Orleans village, Nauset Beach and boating access to Atlantic. Built in 1969, the Ranch-style residence was expanded and completely renovated in 2006; with numerous subsequent updates, it is in mint condition. The relaxed open floor plan features a contemporary kitchen, dining area, living room with built-ins and fireplace, entertainment and office areas. A spacious master bedroom...East Orleans. Private and pretty Arts & Crafts-style home on beautifully landscaped lot abutting conservation, close to E. Orleans village, Nauset Beach and boating access to Atlantic. Built in 1969, the Ranch-style residence was expanded and completely renovated in 2006; with numerous subsequent updates, it is in mint condition. The relaxed open floor plan features a contemporary kitchen, dining area, living room with built-ins and fireplace, entertainment and office areas. A spacious master bedroom is set at the northern wing with two bedrooms to the south. Beautiful wood floors throughout, 2.5 smartly renovated baths, central air conditioning and natural gas heat.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/07/2017 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Fran I Schofield • Robert Paul Properties, Inc.

Property Details for 179 Tonset Road

Status
MLS #
21712973
Days on Market
4
Taxes
$3,387 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1969
Lot Size
1.32 AC / 57,499 SF
Village
Orleans
School District
Nauset
Waterfront
No
Waterview
No
Num Parking Spaces
5.00
FEMA 100 Yr Flood Plain
Not Applicable
Town
Orleans

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Median sold price

$750,000

Avg days on market

68

Sale-to-list ratio

96.3%

Orleans, MA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Robert Paul Properties, Inc., Fran I Schofield

Sold By Kinlin Grover Real Estate, Melanie White

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Building Information for 179 Tonset Road

Stories1Year Built1969Building Size-Lot Size1.32 AC / 57,499 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,561 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,278

Property Taxes

$282

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 179 Tonset Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions to Property: From Rt. 6. Turn onto Eldredge Parkway, cross Rt. 28 to Tonset Road Extension, cross Main Street to 179 Tonset on right.
  • Title Reference - Book: 19711
  • Convenient To:Bike Path: Yes
  • Convenient To:Golf Course: Yes
  • Convenient To:In Town Location: Yes
  • Convenient To:Major Highway: Yes
  • Convenient To:Marina: Yes
  • Convenient To:Public Tennis: Yes
  • Convenient To:Shopping: Yes
  • Location Description:East of Route 6: Yes
  • Location Description:South of 6A: Yes
  • Location Description:South of Route 28: Yes
  • Region: Lower Cape
  • County: Barnstable
  • City Postal ID: 02653
  • Street Number: 179
  • MLSAreaMajor: Orleans
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Description:Improved Driveway: Yes
  • Parking Description:Stone/Gravel: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Assoc Fee Year: 0
  • Annual Assoc Fee: $0
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Zoning: RES
  • Tax ID: 27-59-0
  • Lot Size Source: Field Card
  • TopographyLot Desc:Additional Land Available: Yes
  • TopographyLot Desc:Gentle Slope: Yes
  • Water Access:Salt: Yes
  • Land Use: 101 - Residential, single family
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 57499
  • Sqft Total: 1728
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Total Assessment: $535,000
  • Land Assessments: $317,900
  • Building Assessments: $217,100
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Year Renovated: 2006.0
  • Warranty Available: No
  • Renovated: Yes
  • Flood Ins Required: No
  • General Property Info:Basement Area SqFt: 1476.0
  • General Property Info:Fin Basement Area SqFt: 0.0
  • Lead Base Paint: Unknown
  • Asbestos: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Underground Fuel Tank: Unknown
  • Year Built Desc:Actual: Yes
  • Year Built Desc:Unknown/Mixed: Yes
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Property Subtypes: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built Numeric: 1969
  • Construction Materials: Shingle
  • Property Condition: Unknown/Mixed
  • New: No
  • Property Type: Residential
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fuel Type:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Hot Water:Tank: Yes
  • Hot Water Source:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Sewer:Private Sewer: Yes
  • Water:Town Water: Yes
  • Sewer:Septic Tank: Title V Grade Level
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard, Garden
  • Miles to Beach: 0 - .1
  • Private Dock: No
  • Appliances:Dryer - Gas: Yes
  • Appliances:Wall/Oven Cook Top: Yes
  • Appliances:Washer: Yes
  • Beach Description:Bay: Yes
  • Beach Description:Harbor: Yes
  • Beach Description:Lake/Pond: Yes
  • Beach Description:Ocean: Yes
  • Beach Ownership:Public: Yes
  • BeachLakePond:Atlantic Ocean: Yes
  • BeachLakePond:Cape Cod Bay: Yes
  • BeachLakePond:Cape Cod Ntl Seashr: Yes
  • BeachLakePond:National Seashore: Yes
  • BeachLakePond:Nauset Beach: Yes
  • BeachLakePond:Nauset Harbor: Yes
  • BeachLakePond:The River: Yes
  • BeachLakePond:Town Cove: Yes
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof Description: Asphalt, Pitched
  • Siding Description:Shingle: Yes
  • Private Pool YN: No
Interior Features
  • Basement Description:Bulkhead Access: Yes
  • Basement Description:Full: Yes
  • Basement Description:Interior Access: Yes
  • Floors: Hardwood, Tile
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Mud Room, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Kitchen Island
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Baths Per Level: Baths - Level 1: 3
  • Sep Living Qtrs Info: Beds: 0
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Baths Total: 3
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Foyer, Laundry, Dining Room, Living Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Office, Mud Room, Utility Room
  • RoomsTotal: 6
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.10
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Yes
  • Stories: 1
  • General Property Info:Stories: 1

Property History for 179 Tonset Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 7, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #600956571

$645,000

+2.1% / yr

Jul 7, 2017

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21712973

$645,000
Jun 13, 2017

Under Agreement

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21712973

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/07/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #600956571

$645,000

+2.1% / yr

07/07/2017

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21712973

$645,000
06/13/2017

Under Agreement

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21712973

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

Public Records for 179 Tonset Road

Taxable ValueLand$344,600Additions$508,000Total$852,600
Tax Record2025$5,320 ($443 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,728 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,728 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt864 SqFtStories1Lot Size59,430 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1969Year Renovated2008ZoningRCountyBARNSTABLEAPNORLE M:027.0 B:0059 L:0000.0

Schools near 179 Tonset Road

This home is within Orleans School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Orleans Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Nauset Regional Middle School
Public6 to 8

Nauset Regional 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 179 Tonset Road, Orleans, MA 02653
$645,000
3
3
1,728
57,499
$410,000
2
864
35,719
2
1
984
12,197
$1
4
2,900
$478,000
3
1,344
8,712
$335,000
3
2.5
2,817
40,075

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Listing Courtesy of Robert Paul Properties, Inc., Fran I Schofield

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