Last Sold Price
5 beds3,934 sqft$661/sqft
485 Elm Rd, Falmouth, MA 02540

Description

A 1.76 acre waterfront parcel on Oyster Pond is the setting for this stunning new construction home. The facade is a replica of the home featured in the highly acclaimed documentary, Grey Gardens. There is impeccable detail inside and out and no detail has been overlooked. A wide open foyer greets guests and opens onto a spacious family room, dining area and gourmet kitchen. The master suite is a haven for the homeowner and features a gas fireplace and spa like bathroom. Above the carriage house...A 1.76 acre waterfront parcel on Oyster Pond is the setting for this stunning new construction home. The facade is a replica of the home featured in the highly acclaimed documentary, Grey Gardens. There is impeccable detail inside and out and no detail has been overlooked. A wide open foyer greets guests and opens onto a spacious family room, dining area and gourmet kitchen. The master suite is a haven for the homeowner and features a gas fireplace and spa like bathroom. Above the carriage house is finished space and bathroom. Enjoy swimming from your private dock, exploring the Salt Pond Bird Sanctuary Conservation area across the street, walking to the sandy beach on Vineyard Sound or biking the Shining Sea Bikeway that is only one house away from the property.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/10/2013 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Paul E Grover • Robert Paul Properties, Inc.

Property Details for 485 Elm Road

Status
MLS #
21200083
Days on Market
611
Taxes
$16,063 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Single Family Residence
Year Built
2011
Lot Size
1.76 AC / 76,666 SF
Village
Falmouth
Style
Gambrel
Waterfront
Yes
Waterview
Yes
FEMA 100 Yr Flood Plain
VE
Town
Falmouth

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,500,000

Avg days on market

78

Sale-to-list ratio

89.3%

Falmouth, MA

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Square Feet
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Acres
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Acres
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Acres
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Robert Paul Properties, Inc., Paul E Grover

Sold By Real Estate Associates, Deirdre Frey-Terry

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Building Information for 485 Elm Road

Stories3Year Built2011Building Size-Lot Size1.76 AC / 76,666 SF

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$14,554 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$13,215

Property Taxes

$1,339

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 485 Elm Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions to Property: Route 28 Falmouth to Shore Street to Surf Drive. Follow Surf Drive, right onto Elm Road, house is on the left. No sign.
  • Title Reference - Book: N/A
  • Convenient To:Bike Path: Yes
  • Convenient To:Conservation Area: Yes
  • Convenient To:Shopping: Yes
  • Location Description:South of Route 28: Yes
  • Region: Upper Cape
  • County: Barnstable
  • City Postal ID: 02540
  • Street Number: 485
  • MLSAreaMajor: Falmouth
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description:Detached: Yes
  • Garage Description:Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Description:Shell: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Association: Yes
  • Association Fee Incl: Beach, Clubhouse, Common Area
  • Annual Assoc Fee: $0
  • AssociationYN: Yes
  • Annual Taxes: $16,063
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Zoning: RB
  • Tax ID: 48-13A017-243
  • Lot Size Source: Field Card
  • Land Court Cert #: 190925
  • TopographyLot Desc:View: Yes
  • Land Use: 101 - Residential, single family
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 76666
  • Sqft Total: 3934
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 3934.0
Property and Assessments
  • Total Assessment: $1,939,700
  • Land Assessments: $980,500
  • Building Assessments: $847,100
  • Other Assessments: $112,100
  • Flood Ins Required: Not Verified
  • Lead Base Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Underground Fuel Tank: Unknown
  • Landlord Pays:Sewer: Inspection Required for Sale, Private Sewerage
  • Year Built Desc:Actual: Yes
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Property Subtypes: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built Numeric: 2011
  • Construction Materials: Shingle
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Attached: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Water:Town Water: Yes
  • Water Source: Town Water
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Underground Sprinkler, Outdoor Shower, Yard
  • Miles to Beach: .3 - .5
  • Private Dock: Yes
  • Appliances:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances:Range - Gas: Yes
  • Appliances:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances:Security Alarm: Yes
  • Appliances:Stove Hood: Yes
  • Beach Ownership:Public: Yes
  • BeachLakePond:Vineyard Sound: Yes
  • Private Dock Description: Electric
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof Description: Wood, Shingle
  • Siding Description:Shingle: Yes
  • Private Pool YN: No
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
Interior Features
  • Floors: Wood
  • Heating: Other
  • Interior Features: Mud Room, Attic Storage, Linen Closet, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet
  • Basement: No
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Rooms: 9
  • Baths Total: 5
  • Baths Full: 4
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • RoomsTotal: 9
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 4.50
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 4.10
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Heating: Yes
  • Stories: 3
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor, Washer Hookup
  • Kitchen Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Electric Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • General Property Info:Stories: 3
Living Room
  • Living Room: Yes
  • Living Room:Living Room Level: First Floor
  • Living Room:Fireplace: Gas
  • Living Room:Flooring: Wood
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Yes
  • Kitchen:Kitchen Level: First Floor
  • Kitchen:Countertops: Granite
  • Kitchen:Flooring: Wood
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Yes
  • Dining Room:Dining Room Level: First Floor
  • Dining Room:Flooring: Wood
  • Dining Room:Special Door Access: French
Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom: Yes
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom:Fireplace: Gas
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Yes
  • Bedroom 2:Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Bedroom 2:Flooring: Wood
  • Bedroom 2:Special Door Access: French
  • Bedroom 2: Closet: Yes
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3: Yes
  • Bedroom 3:Bedroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Bedroom 3:Flooring: Wood
  • Bedroom 3: Closet: Yes
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4: Yes
  • Bedroom 4:Bedroom 4 Level: Third Floor
  • Bedroom 4:Flooring: Carpet
Foyer
  • Foyer: Yes
  • Foyer:Foyer Level: First Floor
Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room: Yes
  • Laundry Room:Laundry Room Level: Second Floor
Other Room 1
  • Other Room 1:Room Type: Family Room
  • Other Room 1:Level: First Floor
Other Room 2
  • Other Room 2:Room Type: Home Office
  • Other Room 2:Level: Second Floor

Property History for 485 Elm Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 10, 2013

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21200083

$2,600,000
Oct 10, 2013

Sold

MLS PIN #71324411

$2,600,000
Sep 7, 2013

Under Agreement

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21200083

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/10/2013

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21200083

$2,600,000
10/10/2013

Sold

MLS PIN #71324411

$2,600,000
09/07/2013

Under Agreement

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21200083

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

Public Records for 485 Elm Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,517,600Additions$2,056,100Total$3,573,700
Tax Record2025$20,978 ($1,748 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,934 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,934 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,918 SqFtStories2Lot Size76,590 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2010Year Renovated2012ZoningRBCountyBARNSTABLEAPNFALM 48 S:13A P:017 L:243Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 485 Elm 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 485 Elm Road, Falmouth, MA 02540
$2,600,000
5
3,934
76,666
5
2.5
2,945
16,920
$750,000
5
3.5
3,323
28,080
$1,515,000
4
5,408
31,798
$2,900,000
5
5,250
86,684
5,519

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Listing Courtesy of Robert Paul Properties, Inc., Paul E Grover

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