276 Main St
Description
Wellfleet's seafaring past. Retaining its period features and lovingly updated and restored by the owners, it exudes sophistication,charm, and character while offering all the comforts and convenience of modern living. Set high over the town to command a prospect of...Dare to Dream? Transport yourself back in time... A rare opportunity to own this imposing 1850's Sea Captain's house overlooking the heart of Wellfleet village. This is an iconic landmark property steeped in history and a testament to
Wellfleet's seafaring past. Retaining its period features and lovingly updated and restored by the owners, it exudes sophistication,charm, and character while offering all the comforts and convenience of modern living. Set high over the town to command a prospect of ''all he surveys,'' the views of the harbor from the third floor of this gracious, generously apportioned home are particularly notable and quite stunning. The rooms are abundant, comprising three levels of living space plus a walk-out basement enclosed by a circular brick wall to enjoy as a den, office, or family room. Take your pick! There are four entrances into the house and two staircases within.
- Listed by Amanda Robinson • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Cape Shores Real Estate
Property Details for 276 Main Street
Property Details for 276 Main Street
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 22005694 |
| Days on Market | 24 |
| Taxes | $5,897 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Single Family / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1850 |
| Lot Size | 0.34 AC / 14,810 SF |
| County | Barnstable County |
Location
Sold By William Raveis Real Estate & Home Services, Kimberley B Vitale
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Building Information for 276 Main Street
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Property Information for 276 Main Street
- Directions to Property: 276 Main Street - just before the center of town. R.E.Sign
- Title Reference - Book: 32319-318
- Region: Outer Cape
- County: Barnstable
- City Postal ID: 02667
- Street Number: 276
- MLSAreaMajor: Wellfleet
- Garage: No
- Tax Year: 2020
- Association: No
- Annual Assoc Fee: $0
- AssociationYN: No
- Annual Taxes: $5,897
- Virtual Tour YN: No
- Zoning: CD
- Tax ID: 15-49-0
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Land Use: 101 - Residential, single family
- Lot Size Square Feet: 14810
- Sqft Total: 4308
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- General Property Info:Leased Land: No
- Total Assessment: $788,500
- Land Assessments: $315,300
- Building Assessments: $473,200
- Other Assessments: $0
- Year Renovated: 2005.0
- Renovated: Yes
- Flood Ins Required: No
- Lead Base Paint: Unknown
- Year Round: Yes
- Landlord Pays:Hot Water: Yes
- Year Built Desc:Cer. Historic: Yes
- Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
- Property Subtypes: Single Family Residence
- Year Built Numeric: 1850
- Construction Materials: Clapboard
- Property Type: Residential
- Cooling: None
- Fuel Type:Oil: Yes
- Hot Water:Tank: Yes
- Sewer:Private Sewer: Yes
- Water:Well: Yes
- Sewer:Septic Tank: Title V Grade Level
- Water Source: Well
- Exterior Features: Yard
- Miles to Beach: .5 - 1
- Private Dock: No
- Beach Description:Bay: Yes
- Beach Description:Harbor: Yes
- Beach Description:Lake/Pond: Yes
- Beach Description:Ocean: Yes
- Beach Ownership:Public: Yes
- Private Dock Description: Electric
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof Description: Asphalt, Pitched
- Siding Description:Clapboard: Yes
- Private Pool YN: No
- Basement Description:Finished: Yes
- Basement Description:Full: Yes
- Basement Description:Interior Access: Yes
- Basement Description:Walk Out: Yes
- Floors: Vinyl, Wood
- Heating: Oil
- Basement: Yes
- Fireplace: Yes
- Sep Living Qtrs Info: Beds: 0
- Total Rooms: 12
- Baths Total: 3
- Baths Full: 2
- Baths Half: 1
- Bedrooms Total: 6
- Total Floor Plans Count: 0
- RoomsTotal: 12
- Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 2.50
- Bathrooms Total (Notational): 2.10
- Cooling: No
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- Heating: Yes
- Stories: 3
- General Property Info:Stories: 3
- Owner Pays: Hot Water
Property History for 276 Main Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 9, 2020 | Sold Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22005694 | $1,050,000 | — |
| Sep 1, 2020 | Listed (Active) Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22005694 | $1,100,000 | — |
| Feb 4, 1992 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #88881115 | $200,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/09/2020 | Sold Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22005694 | $1,050,000 |
| 09/01/2020 | Listed (Active) Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22005694 | $1,100,000 |
| 02/04/1992 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #88881115 | $200,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 276 Main Street
Schools near 276 Main Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Wellfleet Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Nauset Regional Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Nauset Regional High School Public9 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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