37 River Road

Closed 9/6/18
Closed 9/6/18
Front View
Sold
Last Sold Price
$764,500
3 beds3 baths1,912 sqft$400/sqft
37 River Rd, Orleans, MA 02653
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.49 acresLot Size
1996Year Built
$400/sq ftPrice per sq ft
5 carsParking Spaces

Description

PICTURE PERFECT Cape in lovely E. Orleans location. Set on tree-lined, historic road leading to The River, this sunny home has it all: 1st floor master suite, screen porch, natural gas heat, central AC, hardwood floors, and walk-to-village/water location. The first floor hosts a generous MB suite, living room with wood-burning hearth, cathedraled dining room, spacious kitchen, delightful 3-season screen porch, Azek deck overlooking conservation land. Kitchen adjoins dining area, and connects to pantry,...PICTURE PERFECT Cape in lovely E. Orleans location. Set on tree-lined, historic road leading to The River, this sunny home has it all: 1st floor master suite, screen porch, natural gas heat, central AC, hardwood floors, and walk-to-village/water location. The first floor hosts a generous MB suite, living room with wood-burning hearth, cathedraled dining room, spacious kitchen, delightful 3-season screen porch, Azek deck overlooking conservation land. Kitchen adjoins dining area, and connects to pantry, powder room, mudroom, laundry and oversize 2-car garage.
  • Listed by: Fran I Schofield • Robert Paul Properties, Inc.
Listing closed: 09/06/2018 12:00 AM • Source: Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service, MLS#: 21804016

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$800,000

Avg days on market

30

Sale-to-list ratio

93.6%

Orleans, MA

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Property Information for 37 River Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,623 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Single Family Residence
  • County: Barnstable County
  • Village: Orleans
  • School District: Nauset
  • Style: Cape
  • Waterfront: No
  • Waterview: No
  • Num Parking Spaces: 5.00
  • FEMA 100 Yr Flood Plain: X
  • Town: Orleans
Building Information
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Lot Size: 0.49 AC / 21,344 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions to Property: From Rt. 6, take Exit 12 toward Orleans/ Skaket Corners. Turn RT at lights on Eldredge Pkwy. Cross Route 28 to 2nd set of lights, turn RT on Main Street, and bear right on River Road to #37 on RT.
  • Title Reference - Book: 14029
  • Convenient To:Bike Path: Yes
  • Convenient To:Conservation Area: 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:N/A: Yes
  • Region: Lower Cape
  • County: Barnstable
  • City Postal ID: 02643
  • Street Number: 37
  • MLSAreaMajor: Orleans
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description:Attached: Yes
  • Garage Description:Direct Entry: Yes
  • Garage Description:Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Description:Shell: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Association: No
  • Annual Assoc Fee: $0
  • AssociationYN: No
  • Annual Taxes: $3,624
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Zoning: R
  • Tax ID: 42-36-0
  • Lot Size Source: Field Card
  • TopographyLot Desc:Gentle Slope: Yes
  • TopographyLot Desc:Level: Yes
  • TopographyLot Desc:Wooded: Yes
  • Water Access:Salt: Yes
  • Land Use: 101 - Residential, single family
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 21344
  • Sqft Total: 1912
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1912.0
Property and Assessments
  • Total Assessment: $546,600
  • Land Assessments: $231,300
  • Building Assessments: $315,300
  • Year Renovated: 2017.0
  • Renovated: Yes
  • Flood Ins Required: No
  • General Property Info:Fin Basement Area SqFt: 300.0
  • Lead Base Paint: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Landlord Pays:Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Year Built Desc:Actual: Yes
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Property Subtypes: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built Numeric: 1996
  • Construction Materials: Clapboard, Shingle
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Attached: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • 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
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Underground Sprinkler System, Private Yard, Hot Tub, Outdoor Shower, Garden
  • Miles to Beach: .1 - .3
  • Private Dock: No
  • Appliances:Central Vac: Yes
  • Appliances:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Dryer - Gas: Yes
  • Appliances:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances:Wall/Oven Cook Top: Yes
  • Appliances:Washer: Yes
  • Beach Description:Bay: Yes
  • Beach Description:Lake/Pond: Yes
  • Beach Description:River: Yes
  • Beach Ownership:Public: Yes
  • BeachLakePond:Cape Cod Bay: Yes
  • BeachLakePond:Nauset Beach: Yes
  • BeachLakePond:The River: Yes
  • BeachLakePond:Town Cove: Yes
  • Private Dock Description: None
  • Foundation: Poured, Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof Description: Asphalt, Pitched
  • Siding Description:Clapboard: Yes
  • Siding Description:Shingle: Yes
  • Private Pool YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, Patio
Interior Features
  • Basement Description:Full: Yes
  • Basement Description:Interior Access: Yes
  • Basement Description:Walk Out: Yes
  • Floors: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Central Vacuum, Mud Room, Attic Storage, Linen Closet, Pantry, Kitchen Island, No
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Baths Per Level: Baths - Level 1: 2
  • Baths Per Level: Baths - Level 2: 1
  • Sep Living Qtrs Info: Beds: 0
  • Total Rooms: 7
  • Baths Total: 3
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Foyer, Laundry, Dining Room, Living Room, Kitchen, Mud Room
  • RoomsTotal: 7
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.10
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Yes
  • Stories: 3
  • Kitchen Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • General Property Info:Stories: 3
Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Level: First Floor

Property History for 37 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 6, 2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72350506

$764,500—
Sep 6, 2018

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21804016

$764,500—
Aug 12, 2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72350506

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/06/2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72350506

$764,500
09/06/2018

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21804016

$764,500
08/12/2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72350506

—

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

Public Records for 37 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$319,800Additions$704,800Total$1,024,600
Tax Record2025$6,394 ($533 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,488 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,488 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,152 SqFtStories2Lot Size21,344 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1996Year Renovated2003ZoningRCountyBARNSTABLEAPNORLE M:042.0 B:0036 L:0000.0

Schools near 37 River Road

This home is within Orleans School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Orleans Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Nauset Regional Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Nauset Regional High School
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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This home: 37 River Road, Orleans, MA 02653
$764,500
3
3
1,912
21,344
29 River Road, Orleans, MA 02653
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4
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4
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