497 Main St
Description
Hilman Crosby, an intercoastal ship captain, built this sturdy Cape Cod-style house in 1830 as a gift to his wife, in celebration of their marriage. Over the years, as the family grew they determined a need for additional space. To accommodate this need they decided to bring over by boat a house from Nantucket which they added to the original structure, some good old Yankee ingenuity. Today this beautifully restored home sits elegantly among the other...The Sea Captain Hilman Crosby House, Circa 1830.
Hilman Crosby, an intercoastal ship captain, built this sturdy Cape Cod-style house in 1830 as a gift to his wife, in celebration of their marriage. Over the years, as the family grew they determined a need for additional space. To accommodate this need they decided to bring over by boat a house from Nantucket which they added to the original structure, some good old Yankee ingenuity. Today this beautifully restored home sits elegantly among the other private estates and historic houses that line the quiet Main Street of Centerville.
In 1985, after retiring from a successful career in the corporate world, the current owner and his wife purchased this property, fulfilling two long-time desires. One, retire to the Cape, the second to become innkeepers. Some folks think of retirement as an ending, but for them it marked the beginning of a fulfilling new lifestyle. Fifteen years prior to the purchase the couple began romanticizing the idea of becoming Innkeepers and owning a Bed & Breakfast. This dream became a reality when they graciously opened their doors to the public, transforming the home into The Copper Beech Inn.
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Property Details for 497 Main Street
Property Details for 497 Main Street
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 22205473 |
| Days on Market | 22 |
| Taxes | $6,330 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Single Family / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1825 |
| Lot Size | 0.44 AC / 19,166 SF |
| County | Barnstable County |
Location
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Building Information for 497 Main Street
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Property Information for 497 Main Street
- Directions to Property: Old Stage Road to Main St. Centerville
- Title Reference - Book: 30258-0217
- Convenient To:Conservation Area: Yes
- Convenient To:Golf Course: Yes
- Convenient To:House of Worship: Yes
- Convenient To:In Town Location: Yes
- Convenient To:Medical Facility: Yes
- Convenient To:Shopping: Yes
- Convenient To:Convenient to Water Body 1: Craigville Beach
- Convenient To:Convenient to Water Body 2: Long Beach
- Convenient To:Convenient to Water Body 3: Centerville River
- Location Description:South of Route 28: Yes
- Region: Mid-Cape
- County: Barnstable
- City Postal ID: 02632
- Street Number: 497
- Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
- MLSAreaMajor: Barnstable
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Description:Detached: Yes
- Parking Description:Carriage Shed: Yes
- Parking Description:Guest: Yes
- Parking Description:Off-Street: Yes
- Parking Description:Paved Driveway: Yes
- Carport: No
- Garage Spaces: 2.00
- Tax Year: 2022
- Annual Assoc Fee: $0
- Annual Taxes: $6,330
- Virtual Tour URLUnbranded: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=RzoDTWdfGeM&mls=1
- Virtual Tour YN: Yes
- Zoning: SPLIT RD-1;RC-2
- Tax ID: 208-127
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Water Access:Salt: Yes
- Land Use: 101 - Residential, single family
- Lot Size Square Feet: 19166
- Sqft Total: 2202
- Field Card SqFt: 2202
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Living Area: 2202.0
- General Property Info:Leased Land: No
- Total Assessment: $639,400
- Land Assessments: $219,500
- Building Assessments: $363,200
- Other Assessments: $56,700
- Year Renovated: 1984.0
- Renovated: Yes
- Flood Ins Required: Not Verified
- Lead Base Paint: Unknown
- Year Round: Yes
- Landlord Pays:Sewer: Private Sewerage
- Landlord Pays:Hot Water: Yes
- Year Built Desc:Approximate: Yes
- Year Built Desc:Cer. Historic: Yes
- Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
- Property Subtypes: Single Family Residence
- Year Built Numeric: 1825
- Construction Materials: Clapboard, Shingle
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Attached: No
- Senior Community: No
- Cooling: Fixed Wall System
- 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: Town Water
- Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
- Exterior Features: Porch, Covered, Rain Gutters
- Miles to Beach: .3 - .5
- Private Dock: No
- Beach Description:Nantucket Sound: Yes
- Beach Description:Ocean: Yes
- Beach Description:River: Yes
- Beach Ownership:Public: Yes
- Private Dock Description: Electric
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof Description: Shingle
- Siding Description:Clapboard: Yes
- Siding Description:Shingle: Yes
- Waterfront Desc: Salt
- Private Pool YN: No
- Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Covered
- General Property Info:Mi. to Beach Comments: Craigville Beach
- Basement Description:Bulkhead Access: Yes
- Basement Description:Cape Cod: Yes
- Basement Description:Partial: Yes
- Floors: Hardwood, Wood
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Interior Features: Mud Room, Attic Storage, Cedar Closet, HU Cable TV, Dryer/Hookup - Electric, Linen Closet, Pantry
- Basement: Yes
- Fireplace: Yes
- Sep Living Qtrs Info: Beds: 0
- 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
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- Heating: Yes
- Stories: 2
- Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
- Kitchen Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- General Property Info:Stories: 2
- Owner Pays: Hot Water
Property History for 497 Main Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 9, 2022 | Sold Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22205473 | $1,000,000 | — |
| Dec 9, 2022 | Sold MLS PIN #73049124 | $1,000,000 | — |
| Nov 5, 2022 | Under Agreement Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22205473 | — | |
| Nov 4, 2022 | Under Agreement MLS PIN #73049124 | — | |
| Nov 4, 2022 | Contingent MLS PIN #73049124 | — | |
| Oct 17, 2022 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #73049124 | $1,200,000 | — |
| Oct 13, 2022 | Listed (Active) Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22205473 | $1,200,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/09/2022 | Sold Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22205473 | $1,000,000 |
| 12/09/2022 | Sold MLS PIN #73049124 | $1,000,000 |
| 11/05/2022 | Under Agreement Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22205473 | — |
| 11/04/2022 | Under Agreement MLS PIN #73049124 | — |
| 11/04/2022 | Contingent MLS PIN #73049124 | — |
| 10/17/2022 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #73049124 | $1,200,000 |
| 10/13/2022 | Listed (Active) Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22205473 | $1,200,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 497 Main Street
Schools near 497 Main Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 3 | |||
| Public - | 4 to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 7 | |||
| Public - | 8 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Centerville Elementary PublicK to 3 | ||
Barnstable United Elementary School Public4 to 5 | ||
Barnstable Intermediate School Public6 to 7 | ||
Barnstable High School Public8 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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