Last Sold Price
3 beds2,834 sqft$723/sqft
5 Eel River Rd, Osterville, MA 02655

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.
LISTING CLOSED: 04/28/2021 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Paul E Grover • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties • 508.364.3500

Property Details for 5 Eel River Road

Status
MLS #
22100940
Days on Market
40
Taxes
$21,320 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1952
Lot Size
0.94 AC / 40,946 SF
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

Location

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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Building Information for 5 Eel River Road

Stories2Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size0.94 AC / 40,946 SF

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$12,197 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,420

Property Taxes

$1,777

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5 Eel River Road

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
  • Other Assessments: $19,800
  • 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: Town Water
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: 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
  • Waterfront Desc: Bay, Nantucket Sound, Salt, Beach Front, Ocean Front
  • 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
  • Baths Full: 3
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • 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

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

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

Public Records for 5 Eel River Road

Taxable ValueLand$2,192,000Additions$1,987,100Total$4,179,100
Tax Record2025$33,809 ($2,817 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt4,557 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,557 SqFtStories2Lot Size40,946 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2022Year Renovated2022ZoningRC;RF-CountyBARNSTABLEAPNOSTE M:116 L:113

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

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: 5 Eel River Road, Osterville, MA 02655
$2,050,000
3
2,834
40,946
3
3
3,568
43,560
$3,035,000
6
4,269
87,120
$1,025,000
4
1,750
24,829
14,375
$1
7
3,583
27,007

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