24 Old County Rd

1,950 Sq. Ft.
$462 / Sq. Ft.
1,950
Sq. Ft.
$462
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Located in desirable South Truro, this well maintained antique jewel awaits its new owners. This wonderful historic home, a stopping point for Henry David Thoreau in the mid 1800s, was once the original Highland House. The building was moved to its present location in 1962. Upon entering the home, one is transported to another time in history. The 1st floor has a gracious living room and dining room, each with a fireplace, kitchen, mud room and 1/2 bath. The second floor has 4 bedrooms, 2 are very...Located in desirable South Truro, this well maintained antique jewel awaits its new owners. This wonderful historic home, a stopping point for Henry David Thoreau in the mid 1800s, was once the original Highland House. The building was moved to its present location in 1962. Upon entering the home, one is transported to another time in history. The 1st floor has a gracious living room and dining room, each with a fireplace, kitchen, mud room and 1/2 bath. The second floor has 4 bedrooms, 2 are very spacious with distant water views and fireplaces. The lower level of the house is perfect for guests with its separate entrance, a large open space BR and a full bath. The property also includes a free-standing cottage that has been the workshop of a gifted art restorer. Notable features of the home include high end kitchen appliances, roped wood floors, original brass hardware, 4 working fireplaces,extraordinary natural light and a new 5 bedroom septic. Sited on just under one acre of land, there is beautiful outside space to enjoy. Living in this magnificent home is much more of an experience than just a summer get away. Don't miss the 3D tour of the home and ground level apartment.
  1. Listed by Iskren Georgiev • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty • 7742125532
  2. Listed by Mark A Lynett • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 24 Old County Road

Village
Truro
School District
Nauset
Style
Antique
Waterview Type
Bay/Harbor
Waterfront
No
Waterview
Yes
FEMA 100 Yr Flood Plain
X
Town
Truro
LISTING UPDATED: 09/22/2024 10:54 PM

Property Details for 24 Old County Road

StatusClosed
MLS #22001547
Days on Market205
Taxes$5,727 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Single Family Residence
Year Built1835
Lot Size0.97 AC / 42,253 SF
CountyBarnstable County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Iskren Georgiev; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Mark A Lynett

Sold By Kinlin Grover Real Estate, Katy Day

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Building Information for 24 Old County Road

Stories2Year Built1835Building Size-Lot Size0.97 AC / 42,253 SF

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$4,962 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,485

Property Taxes

$477

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 24 Old County Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions to Property: Route 6 to Pamet Rd. Exit. Left on Truro Center Rd. and a quick right onto Depot Road. Bear left at fork onto Old County Road. House is on the left.
  • Title Reference - Book: 31601-105
  • Convenient To:Conservation Area: Yes
  • Convenient To:Golf Course: Yes
  • Convenient To:In Town Location: Yes
  • Region: Outer Cape
  • County: Barnstable
  • City Postal ID: 02666
  • Street Number: 24
  • MLSAreaMajor: Truro
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Description:Off-Street: Yes
  • Parking Description:Stone/Gravel: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Annual Assoc Fee: $0
  • AssociationYN: Yes
  • Annual Taxes: $5,727
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Lot Information
  • Zoning: RES
  • Tax ID: 54-71-0
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Land Use: 101 - Residential, single family
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 42253
  • Sqft Total: 1950
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1950.0
  • General Property Info:Leased Land: No
Property and Assessments
  • Total Assessment: $781,400
  • Land Assessments: $422,100
  • Building Assessments: $335,600
  • Other Assessments: $23,700
  • Renovated: No
  • Flood Ins Required: No
  • Lead Base Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Landlord Pays:Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Landlord Pays:Hot Water: Yes
  • Year Built Desc:Approximate: Yes
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Property Subtypes: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built Numeric: 1835
  • Construction Materials: Clapboard, Shingle, Vinyl/Aluminum
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Attached: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Fuel Type:Oil: Yes
  • Fuel Type:Propane Gas: Yes
  • Hot Water:Tank: Yes
  • Hot Water Source:Electric: Yes
  • Water:Well: Yes
  • Sewer:Septic Tank: Title V Grade Level
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower, Garden, Yard
  • Miles to Beach: .5 - 1
  • Private Dock: No
  • Appliances:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Dryer - Electric: Yes
  • Appliances:Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances:Range - Gas: Yes
  • Appliances:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances:Washer: Yes
  • Beach Description:Bay: Yes
  • Beach Ownership:Public: Yes
  • Private Dock Description: Electric
  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof Description: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Siding Description:Clapboard: Yes
  • Siding Description:Shingle: Yes
  • Siding Description:Vinyl/Aluminum: Yes
  • Private Pool YN: No
Interior Features
  • Basement Description:Finished: Yes
  • Basement Description:Full: Yes
  • Basement Description:Walk Out: Yes
  • Floors: Wood
  • Heating: Oil, Propane
  • Basement: Yes
  • Separate Living Qtrs:Basement: Yes
  • Separate Living Qtrs:In-Law Apartment: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Sep Living Qtrs Info: Beds: 0
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Baths Total: 3
  • Baths Full: 2
  • Baths Half: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • RoomsTotal: 8
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.10
  • Cooling: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Heating: Yes
  • Stories: 2
  • Kitchen Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • General Property Info:Stories: 2
Living Room
  • Living Room: Yes
  • Living Room:Living Room Level: First Floor
  • Living Room:Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Living Room:Flooring: Wood
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Yes
  • Kitchen:Countertops: Butcher
  • Kitchen:Flooring: Wood
Dining Room
  • Dining Room: Yes
  • Dining Room:Dining Room Level: First Floor
  • Dining Room:Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room:Flooring: Wood
Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom: Yes
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom:Fireplace: Wood Burning
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2: Yes
  • Bedroom 2:Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Bedroom 2:Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Bedroom 2:Flooring: Wood
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3: Yes
  • Bedroom 3:Bedroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Bedroom 3:Flooring: Wood
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4: Yes
  • Bedroom 4:Bedroom 4 Level: Second Floor
  • Bedroom 4:Flooring: Wood
Foyer
  • Foyer: Yes
  • Foyer:Foyer Level: First Floor
  • Foyer:Flooring: Tile
Rental
Rental Information
  • Owner Pays: Hot Water

Property History for 24 Old County Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 22, 2020

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22001547

$900,000—
Oct 22, 2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72732425

$900,000—
Oct 15, 2020

Under Agreement

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22001547

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/22/2020

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22001547

$900,000
10/22/2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72732425

$900,000
10/15/2020

Under Agreement

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22001547

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Public Records for 24 Old County Road

Taxable ValueLand$502,800Additions$560,800Total$1,063,600
Tax Record2025$6,573 ($548 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,755 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,755 SqFtStories2Lot Size42,300 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1835Year Renovated1975ZoningRESIDECountyBARNSTABLEAPNTRUR 000054-000071Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 24 Old County Road

This home is within Truro School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Truro Central School
PublicPK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Iskren Georgiev; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Mark A Lynett

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