Tucked within the sought-after enclave of Saconesset Hills in West Falmouth, this Royal Barry Wills design blends architectural pedigree with timeless New England charm, offering beach rights to Saconesset Hills Beach and access to the Shining Sea Bikeway. A gracious foyer with a sweeping curved staircase sets the tone, with thoughtful details throughout, including a concealed wet bar and classic layout ideal for living and entertaining. The kitchen, with Sub-Zero refrigerator and wood-topped peninsula, flows into a warm living room with fireplace. Nearby are a half bath, laundry, and breezeway to the attached two-car garage. Formal spaces include a dining room and sunken living room with gas fireplace, all with hardwood floors. The first-floor primary suite offers a private office and bath for easy single-level living. Upstairs, three bedrooms share a full bath. Set on a beautifully landscaped lot, this is a rare opportunity in one of Falmouth’s most desirable neighborhoods.
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
0.51 acresLot Size
$767Price/Sq.Ft.
$104/moHOA Dues
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kimberly Stockwell• Ermine Lovell Real Estate
Upper Cape, located between Buzzards Bay and Cape Cod Bay, is a coastal and village-centered Falmouth neighborhood with saltwater inlets and piney conservation land. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Main Street in Woods Hole, where ferry docks, marine labs, and compact storefronts set a working-harbor rhythm. The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and the Woods Hole Science Aquarium act as cultural anchors, with The Knob adding a quiet shoreline counterpoint. Architecture leans toward shingled Cape cottages and weathered harbor-side buildings, with bikeable lanes linking beaches and ponds. Days track tides, ferry schedules, and the Shining Sea Bikeway’s steady flow. Small marinas and pocket parks keep the landscape open and maritime.
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Market insights
23 Antioch Rd · $2,149,000
DAYS ON MARKET
102 days
The average home goes pending in 29 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.2%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$2,149,000
Median sale price in this area is $812,335. (62% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Custom built closets and cabinets
Office
Sunken living room
Wet bar
Open floorplan
Dining area
9 total rooms
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on the first floor with full bath, linen closet and cedar closet
Three additional bedrooms on the second floor with closets
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Kitchen
Stone/granite countertops
Stainless steel appliances
Gas stove
Hardwood and stone/tile flooring in kitchen
Laundry & utility
Laundry on the first floor
Washer and dryer included
Gas water heater
Flooring
Hardwood flooring throughout main living areas and bedrooms
Tile and laminate flooring in select areas
Heating & cooling
Baseboard heating
Natural gas heating
Exterior features
Patio
Level lot
Ocean nearby (1/2 to 1 mile to beach)
Private road frontage
Home design
Single family residence
Above-grade finished living area
Parking
Attached garage (2 spaces)
2 covered spaces
4 open parking spaces
Paved driveway and off-street parking
Construction
Frame construction
Wood roof
Concrete perimeter foundation
Built (year per public records)
Utilities
Public water
Private sewer
HOA & community
Homeowners association membership required
Annual association fee
Other
Community features include bike path and highway access
Electricity and solar
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Tucked within the highly sought-after private enclave of Saconesset Hills in West Falmouth, this Royal Barry Wills design offers a rare blend of architectural pedigree and timeless New England charm, complete with beach rights to Saconesset Hills Beach and easy access to the Shining Sea Bikeway. From the moment you enter, the home sets a distinct tone, welcomed by a gracious foyer with a sweeping curved staircase. Thoughtful details unfold throughout, including a cleverly concealed wet bar and a traditional layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen, anchored by a Sub-Zero refrigerator and charming wood topped peninsula, flows seamlessly into a warm living room with a fireplace. Nearby are a half bath, laundry room, and breezeway access to the attached two-car garage. Formal spaces include a classic dining room and a sunken living room with a gas fireplace, all with hardwood floors. The first-floor primary suite offers single-level living with a private office and bath. Upstairs, three bedrooms share a full bath. Rich in character and set in a premier neighborhood, this home is an exceptional opportunity in one of Falmouth's most desirable locations.
MLS PIN #73536116
Sep 25, 2026
Pending
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Sep 11, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 21, 2026
Listed
$2,149,000
$767/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 12, 2001
Sold
$633,750
$226/sq ft
CCIMLS #2005498
May 30, 2001
Sold
$650,000
$232/sq ft
Jul 24, 2000
Listed
$750,000
$268/sq ft
Elegant And Spacious Royal Barry Wills. Formal Dining Room. Family Room And Library. A Special Home.Four Zone Gas Heat, Two Fireplaces, Gorgeous Landscaping.Private Beach Association.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,530 (+19.2%)
$741,600 + $491,000
$1,232,600
2022
$7,158 (+2.7%)
$495,100 + $394,100
$889,200
2021
$6,972 (+4.4%)
$473,500 + $346,700
$820,200
2020
$6,676 (+1.6%)
$430,500 + $346,700
$777,200
2019
$6,573 (+1.6%)
$430,500 + $337,400
$767,900
2018
$6,469 (+2.4%)
$430,500 + $321,700
$752,200
2017
$6,320 (+1.9%)
$430,500 + $310,400
$740,900
2016
$6,201 (+22.8%)
$430,500 + $310,400
$740,900
2014
$5,049
$323,200 + $296,300
$619,500
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.51 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,803
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,803
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Barnstable County
APN
2312520
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Falmouth. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 23 Antioch Rd
$2,036,367
$113K under list price of $2.15M
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