981 River Rd

Marstons Mills, MA 02648

$1,100,000
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Description

Welcome to your Cape Cod retreat. This property offers a wide variety of versatility featuring two homes situated next to a picturesque cranberry bog. The main home features a country kitchen with quartz counter tops and stainless steel appliances including a center island wine cooler. There is a large living room along with another sitting area with fireplace. Two dining areas to accommodate family gatherings. First floor primary bedroom with double closets. There is a second bedroom on the main...Welcome to your Cape Cod retreat. This property offers a wide variety of versatility featuring two homes situated next to a picturesque cranberry bog. The main home features a country kitchen with quartz counter tops and stainless steel appliances including a center island wine cooler. There is a large living room along with another sitting area with fireplace. Two dining areas to accommodate family gatherings. First floor primary bedroom with double closets. There is a second bedroom on the main level. Stroll upstairs to additional sleeping quarters with two more bedrooms. Large rear deck for outdoor dining or just relaxing. There is a multifunction out building used as a gym . At the end of the day gather around the paver patio with fire pit. A second home is ideal for extended family or potential rental income. In the rear is a newly refurbished 20x40 swimming pool with new paver decking and gorgeous Gazebo to relax and enjoy. Situated on nearly 1 acre parcel with two separate driveways. This property is truly a must see family compound or income producing asset.
  1. Listed by Robert F Burke • Capital Realty Enterprises Inc

Property Details for 981 River Road

Village
Marstons Mills
School District
Barnstable
Waterfront
No
Waterview
No
FEMA 100 Yr Flood Plain
Not Applicable
Town
Barnstable
LISTING UPDATED: 04/28/2026 07:00 AM

Property Details for 981 River Road

StatusActive
MLS #22601760
Days on Market5
Taxes$6,062 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Single Family Residence
Year Built1850
Lot Size0.99 AC / 43,000 SF
CountyBarnstable County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Capital Realty Enterprises Inc, Robert F Burke
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Building Information for 981 River Road

Stories2Year Built1850Building Size-Lot Size0.99 AC / 43,000 SF

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$6,044 per month

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$5,539

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Property Information for 981 River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions to Property: Santuit -Newtown Road to River Road.
  • Convenient To:Conservation Area: Yes
  • Convenient To:Golf Course: Yes
  • Convenient To:Horse Trail: Yes
  • Convenient To:House of Worship: Yes
  • Convenient To:Major Highway: Yes
  • Convenient To:Medical Facility: Yes
  • Convenient To:School: Yes
  • Convenient To:Shopping: Yes
  • Location Description:South of 6A: Yes
  • Location Description:South of Route 28: Yes
  • Region: Mid-Cape
  • County: Barnstable
  • City Postal ID: 02648
  • Street Number: 981
  • MLSAreaMajor: Barnstable
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description:Attached: Yes
  • Garage Description:Under: Yes
  • Parking Description:Off-Street: Yes
  • Parking Description:Shell: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Annual Assoc Fee: $0
  • AssociationYN: Yes
  • Annual Taxes: $6,062
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Zoning: R
  • Tax ID: MMIL M:045 L:002
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • TopographyLot Desc:View: Yes
  • TopographyLot Desc:Cleared: Yes
  • TopographyLot Desc:Fenced/Enclosed: Yes
  • Land Use: 109 - Residential, multiple houses
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 43000
  • Sqft Total: 0
  • Field Card SqFt: 0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • General Property Info:Leased Land: No
Property and Assessments
  • Total Assessment: $749,300
  • Land Assessments: $175,000
  • Building Assessments: $574,300
  • Other Assessments: $0
  • Year Renovated: 2024.0
  • Warranty Available: No
  • Renovated: Yes
  • Flood Ins Required: Not Verified
  • Lead Base Paint: Unknown
  • Asbestos: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Underground Fuel Tank: Unknown
  • Landlord Pays:Hot Water: Yes
  • Year Built Desc:Approximate: Yes
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Property Subtypes: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built Numeric: 1850
  • Construction Materials: Shingle
  • Property Type: Residential
Utilities
  • Fuel Type:Oil: Yes
  • Fuel Type:Propane Gas: Yes
  • Hot Water:Tank: Yes
  • Sewer:Private Sewer: Yes
  • Water:Town Water: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Miles to Beach: 2 Plus
  • Private Dock: No
  • Private Dock Description: Electric
  • Foundation: Crawl Space, Poured
  • Roof Description: Asphalt
  • Siding Description:Shingle: Yes
  • Private Pool YN: Yes
  • Pool Description: Heated, In Ground, Vinyl
Interior Features
  • Floors: Wood
  • Heating: Propane, Other, Oil
  • Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar
  • Basement: No
  • Separate Living Qtrs:Detached: Yes
  • Separate Living Qtrs:First Floor: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Baths Per Level: Baths - Level 1: 2
  • Sep Living Qtrs Info: Baths - Full: 1
  • Sep Living Qtrs Info: Baths - Total: 1
  • Sep Living Qtrs Info: Beds: 1
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Baths Total: 2
  • Baths Full: 2
  • Baths Half: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • RoomsTotal: 6
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.00
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Yes
  • Stories: 2
  • General Property Info:Stories: 2
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Yes
Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom:Fireplace: Electric
Rental
Rental Information
  • Owner Pays: Hot Water

Property History for 981 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 27, 2026

Listed (Active)

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22601760

$1,100,000—
May 17, 2024

Canceled

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22400809

$775,000—
May 15, 2024

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22400810

$709,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/27/2026

Listed (Active)

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22601760

$1,100,000
05/17/2024

Canceled

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22400809

$775,000
05/15/2024

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22400810

$709,000

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

Public Records for 981 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$175,000Additions$574,300Total$749,300
Tax Record2025$6,062 ($505 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size40,075 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)ZoningRCountyBARNSTABLEAPNMMIL M:045 L:002

Schools near 981 River Road

This home is within Barnstable School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
West Villages Elementary School
Public - K to 3
Barnstable United Elementary School
Public - 4 to 5
Barnstable Intermediate School
Public - 6 to 7
Barnstable High School
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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More information about 981 River Road, Marstons Mills, MA 02648

981 River Road is a single family home for sale in Marstons Mills, MA 02648. This property was listed for sale on April 27, 2026 by Capital Realty Enterprises Inc, it's currently listed at $1,100,000. It has been on the market for a total of 5 days and was last sold on May 15, 2024. This listing's school district is Barnstable School District. Nearby schools include West Villages Elementary School, Barnstable United Elementary School and Barnstable Intermediate School. 981 River Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, single family home built in 1850.

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Listing Courtesy of Capital Realty Enterprises Inc, Robert F Burke

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