Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds4 baths2,834 sqft

5 Eel River Rd, Osterville, MA 02655

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.94 acresLot Size
1952Year Built
$723/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Privately sited on nearly an acre, this quintessential beachfront property offers sweeping views of West Bay, rolling lawns, and the allure of Old Cape Cod. The charming home welcomes with its warm interior, fireplaced living room, large eat-in kitchen with adjoining butler's pantry, three cheerful bedrooms, and classic screened porch. Enjoy cookouts or entertaining on the waterside deck and summer activities on the expansive lawn. Conveniently located, the property is a short stroll to the Osterville...Privately sited on nearly an acre, this quintessential beachfront property offers sweeping views of West Bay, rolling lawns, and the allure of Old Cape Cod. The charming home welcomes with its warm interior, fireplaced living room, large eat-in kitchen with adjoining butler's pantry, three cheerful bedrooms, and classic screened porch. Enjoy cookouts or entertaining on the waterside deck and summer activities on the expansive lawn. Conveniently located, the property is a short stroll to the Osterville Farmer's Market and the village center for shopping, dining, and the Osterville library. The Wianno Yacht Club, several marinas, and the Wianno Golf Club are in close proximity to this lovely seaside home.
  • Listed by: Paul E Grover • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties 508.364.3500
Listing closed: 04/28/2021 12:00 AM • Source: Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service, MLS#: 22100940
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Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties, Paul E Grover

Sold By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties, Paul E Grover

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$10,944

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 5 Eel River Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $21,320 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Single Family Residence
  • Village: Osterville
  • School District: Barnstable
  • Style: Cape
  • Waterfront Type: Bay/Harbor
  • Waterview Type: Bay/Harbor
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Waterview: Yes
  • FEMA 100 Yr Flood Plain: VE
  • Town: Barnstable

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Lot Size: 0.94 AC / 40,946 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Directions to Property: West Bay Road, past Wianno Golf Course. Eel River Road is on the left; gravel driveway is on the immediate right; bear left, follow sign for #7, #5 is on the right.
  • Title Reference - Book: 28656
  • Region: Mid-Cape
  • County: Barnstable
  • City Postal ID: 02655
  • Street Number: 5
  • Water Body Name: West Bay
  • MLSAreaMajor: Barnstable
  • General Property Info:Water Body: West Bay
Parking
  • Garage: No
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Annual Assoc Fee: $0
  • Annual Taxes: $21,320
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour YN: No

Property

Lot Information
  • Zoning: SPLIT RC;RF-1
  • Tax ID: 116-113
  • Lot Size Source: Field Card
  • TopographyLot Desc:View: Yes
  • Land Use: 101 - Residential, single family
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 40946
  • Sqft Total: 2834
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 2834.0
  • General Property Info:Leased Land: No
Property and Assessments
  • Total Assessment: $1,980,900
  • Land Assessments: $1,653,200
  • Building Assessments: $307,900
  • Renovated: No
  • Flood Ins Required: Not Verified
  • Lead Base Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Landlord Pays:Sewer: Inspection Required for Sale, Private Sewerage
  • Landlord Pays:Hot Water: Yes
  • Year Built Desc:Actual: Yes
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Property Subtypes: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built Numeric: 1952
  • Construction Materials: Shingle
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Attached: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • 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: Private Yard
  • Miles to Beach: 0 - .1
  • Private Dock: No
  • Beach Description:Bay: Yes
  • Beach Description:Nantucket Sound: Yes
  • Beach Description:Ocean: Yes
  • Beach Ownership:Deeded Rights: Yes
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof Description: Asphalt
  • Siding Description:Shingle: Yes
  • Private Pool YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Deck
  • General Property Info:Mi. to Beach Comments: Adjacent beach lot is owned in common with others
Interior Features
  • Basement Description:Full: Yes
  • Floors: Wood, Carpet
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Sep Living Qtrs Info: Beds: 0
  • Total Rooms: 9
  • Baths Total: 4
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • RoomsTotal: 9
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 3.10
  • Cooling: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Yes
  • Stories: 2
  • General Property Info:Stories: 2

Rental

Rental Information
  • Owner Pays: Hot Water

Property History for 5 Eel River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 28, 2021

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22100940

$2,050,000—
Apr 28, 2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72792873

$2,050,000—
Apr 12, 2021

Under Agreement

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22100940

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/28/2021

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22100940

$2,050,000
04/28/2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72792873

$2,050,000
04/12/2021

Under Agreement

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22100940

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Public records

5 Eel River Road

Beds

5

Baths

5.5

Total Finished SqFt

4,557 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

4,557 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

40,946 SqFt

Schools near 5 Eel River Road

This home is within Barnstable School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 3
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 7
Public - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
West Villages Elementary School
PublicK to 3

Barnstable United Elementary School
Public4 to 5

Barnstable Intermediate School
Public6 to 7

Barnstable High School
Public8 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties, Paul E Grover

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