268 Polpis Rd

3,192 Sq. Ft.
$2,271 / Sq. Ft.
3,192
Sq. Ft.
$2,271
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Historically known as the “Polpis Schoolhouse”, this outstanding property is privately situated on 3.2 acres located moments to the beach and many trails that lead to over 3,000 acres of Nantucket Conservation Land. The main house has been thoroughly and mindfully renovated, keeping many authentic details throughout the interior. The home offers many custom features including a light filled, open “great room’ with a fireplace, antique wide pine floors, vaulted ceiling, shiplap, built-in bookshelves,...Historically known as the “Polpis Schoolhouse”, this outstanding property is privately situated on 3.2 acres located moments to the beach and many trails that lead to over 3,000 acres of Nantucket Conservation Land. The main house has been thoroughly and mindfully renovated, keeping many authentic details throughout the interior. The home offers many custom features including a light filled, open “great room’ with a fireplace, antique wide pine floors, vaulted ceiling, shiplap, built-in bookshelves, storage cabinets and window seating. The original ‘schoolhouse’ study offers three walls of floor to ceiling books shelves and a fireplace; perfect for morning coffee or reading and relaxing. A large screened-in porch looks out towards the rear and side yards; ideal for summer days and cool evenings. The property includes a 5 bedroom IA septic system, a separate two-car garage with storage above, HDC/CONCOM approved plans for a pool and potential for a second dwelling. There is also a separate building which was originally a stable that is now a private office and gym with built-in book shelves, cabinet storage, fireplace and an attached greenhouse. This sophisticated, exquisite and turnkey property has been exceptionally well maintained and is ideal for summer or year round living, offering the best of Nantucket!
  1. Listed by Jeanne Hicks • Lee Real Estate

Property Details for 268 Polpis Road

Zoning
LUG3
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D/Hbr, Pasture
LISTING UPDATED: 06/19/2026 07:01 PM

Property Details for 268 Polpis Road

StatusActive
MLS #93105
Days on Market1
Taxes$14,091 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS Type1 Family / Single Family Residence
Year Built1890
Lot Size3.21 AC / 139,827 SF
CountyNantucket County

Location

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Building Information for 268 Polpis Road

Stories-Year Built1890Building Size-Lot Size3.21 AC / 139,827 SF

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$37,302 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$36,128

Property Taxes

$1,174

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 268 Polpis Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 41.2967866
  • Longitude: -70.0152111
  • Listing ods: Garden, Gym, Patio, Porch, Deck
  • Listing other Building: Grg
  • MLS Area Major: Polpis
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Assessed Value: $2,117,700.00
  • Tax Lot: 7
  • Tax Map Number: 25
  • Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $2,269,900.00
  • Tax Year: 2026
Parking
  • Parking Features: Yes, plenty
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: None known, Yes; front, back and sides
  • Property Type: 1 Family
Property and Assessments
  • Parcel Number: 29
  • Photos Count: 48
  • Approval Status: -1
  • Reviewed: Yes
  • Year Built Effective: 2013
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cbl
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Gym, Patio, Porch, Deck
  • Frontage Type: None
Interior Features
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Other Structures: Oversized two car garage with 4 built-in cabinet storage areas, attached separate trash area with sliding door and shelves, outside stairs that lead to above the garage with ample storage and four oversized cabinets with shelves. "Bunk House" with two built-in single beds and bathroom with separate shower. New outdoor shower and attached garden and storage shed. Barn/office/gym with covered porch. The office has built-in cabinets for storage, shelves, fireplace, half bath, gym and an attached greenhouse.
  • Rooms Total: 10
  • Appliances: Stove: Viking 4 burner gas, Viking double oven, Washer: Whirlpool Duet
  • Fireplace Features: 5
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Antique wide pine, oak
  • Furnished: Partially
  • Heating: OFHA
  • Interior Features: A,AC,Disp,Ins,Irr,OSh, Floor 1: The front door leads into a foyer with a closet and stairs to the second floor. To the left is an open chef's kitchen with top of the line appliances (Viking gas stove/4 burners, Viking double oven, SubZero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher), bead board details, plenty of cabinet storage and an open, sun-filled breakfast area. Large mudroom with tile flooring, shiplap detail, vaulted ceiling, coat closet, built-in bench seating and shelf, built-in recycling storages bins, and mahogany top work station. Door that leads to a large brick patio with an outdoor dining area, gas grill, as well as seating for relaxing all day. Additional front door to the driveway. Large, spacious separate laundry room with tile flooring, washer (Whirlpool Duet), dryer (Whirlpool), farmer's sink, vaulted ceiling, three closets, built-in laundry hamper, storage cabinets and utility room. Through the kitchen is a powder room with a pocket door. Original schoolhouse/study/library with fireplace, three walls of custom built-in bookshelves, and antique wide pine floors. To the left is a separate bar area with upper and lower cabinet storage. Elegant, large dining room with fireplace, several windows on the west side and a large bay window on the east side - perfect for entertaining both large and small gatherings. Two separate doors lead out to the screened-in porch and backyard. Second walk through area with a built-in floor to ceiling cabinet with many shelves and drawers: perfect for displaying a collection, large double closet for extra storage/ pantry items and coats. Large, light filled "great room" with vaulted ceiling, custom shiplap, wide antique pine floors, fireplace, built-in custom cabinets with plenty of storage, bookshelves and bench seating, and a door to the backyard. Through the dining room is a spacious screened-in porch with closet, ceiling fan, rear stairs that lead to the primary suite and to a sundeck with distant harbor views as well as towards the back and side yards, and the office/ gym "barn". The screened in porch is a perfect place for morning coffee, afternoon cocktails and entertaining., Floor 2: From the second floor landing to the left is a guest bedroom (queen bed) with three sides of windows, eave storage, and two closets. Bathroom with tiled shower, custom shiplap and shelving. Second guest bedroom (queen bed) with closet and eave storage. Landing with a closet which leads into the beautiful and light filled primary suite (king bed) with fireplace, ceiling fan, vaulted ceiling, many windows and two large closets. Primary bathroom with linen closet and tub/shower. Rear door that leads to screened-in porch as well to a sun porch deck with bench seating and views of the back yard, distant harbor, office/ gym/barn building and private land beyond.This is a perfect spot to enjoy both the sunrise and sunset.

Property History for 268 Polpis Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

NANTUCKET_LINK #93105

$7,250,000
Apr 26, 2013

Sold

NANTUCKET_LINK #75748

$1,728,000
Jun 27, 2012

Price Change

NANTUCKET_LINK #75748

$2,195,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/19/2026

Listed (Active)

NANTUCKET_LINK #93105

$7,250,000
04/26/2013

Sold

NANTUCKET_LINK #75748

$1,728,000
06/27/2012

Price Change

NANTUCKET_LINK #75748

$2,195,000

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

Public Records for 268 Polpis Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,819,500Additions$2,412,800Total$4,232,300
Tax Record2025$13,882 ($1,157 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size134,600 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890ZoningLUG3CountyNANTUCKETAPNNANT M:00025 P:00029Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 268 Polpis Road

This home is within Nantucket School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 3 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Nantucket Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Cyrus Peirce Middle School
Public6 to 8

Nantucket High School
Public9 to 12

Nantucket Intermediate School
Public3 to 5

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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268 Polpis Road is a single family home for sale in Nantucket, MA 02554. This listing's school district is Nantucket School District. Nearby schools include Nantucket Elementary School, Cyrus Peirce Middle School and Nantucket High School. 268 Polpis Road is a 3-bed, 5-bath, 3,192 sqft single family home built in 1890.

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Listing Courtesy of Lee Real Estate, Jeanne Hicks

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