There is something special about a house that has been part of a community for generations. Built in 1840, this distinctive Falmouth property offers a rare glimpse into the character and charm of another era, combined with the flexibility and convenience of a legal two-family residence.At the heart of the property is the main house, filled with the unexpected spaces that make an older home so memorablenooks and crannies, intimate corners, and details that reflect its long history. A separate one-bedroom apartment adds exceptional versatility and has been successfully rented for several years, offering income potential as well as possibilities for guests, family, or extended stays.Major renovations in the 1990s and 2000s included new windows, two furnaces, two hot water tanks, rooftop solar panels, and separate laundry rooms for the main house and apartment. These thoughtful updates provide modern convenience while preserving the property's distinctive character.The location is equally appealing. Just moments from Falmouth’s lively village center, the property is close to shops, restaurants, cafés, and everyday amenities. Surf Drive Beach is less than a mile away, making it easy to enjoy the ocean and the quintessential Cape Cod beach experience.A home with history, personality, flexibility, and an enviable location, this is a property that invites you to become part of its next chapter.
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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Offer insights
59 Nye Rd · $1,599,000
$1.6M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.6M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
30 days
The average home goes pending in 32 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.1%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Vaulted ceilings
Overhead lighting
Full bathrooms
Closets
Home office
Accessory apartment
Total of 11 rooms
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on the second floor with ceiling fan, closet, and wall-to-wall carpet
Second bedroom on the second floor with ceiling fan, closet, and wall-to-wall carpet
Third bedroom on the first floor with cathedral ceiling and wall-to-wall carpet
Fourth bedroom on the first floor with ceiling fan, closet, and wall-to-wall carpet
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms
First-floor full bathroom with tub and vinyl flooring
Second-floor full bathroom tiled with tub and vinyl flooring
Kitchen
Wood flooring
Stone/granite countertops
Kitchen island
Breakfast bar / nook
Gas stove
Laundry & utility
Laundry closet on the first floor
Washer and dryer included
Electric water heater
Flooring
Wood flooring
Hardwood in dining area
Wall-to-wall carpet
Vinyl flooring
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Ductless cooling
Exterior features
Fenced yard with additional fencing/enclosure
Porch
Exterior storage
Corner, level lot
Sound frontage and located 1/2 to 1 mile from the beach (public beach ownership)
Paved roads and public road frontage
Home design
Single family residence
Accessory dwelling unit (ADU) present
Property attached: yes
Tan exterior color
Renovated since original construction
Parking
Five parking spaces
Open paved off-street parking
Security
No security features listed
Construction
Shingle roof
Concrete perimeter foundation with granite
Originally built (public records) and renovated since
Utilities
Public water
Private sewer
110-volt electric service
HOA & community
Not a senior community
Financial info
Active listing status
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
A Piece of Falmouth History with Timeless Character There is something special about a house that has been part of a community for generations. Built in 1840, this distinctive Falmouth property offers a rare glimpse into the character and charm of another era, while providing the flexibility and convenience of a legal two-family residence. At the heart of the property is the main house, filled with the wonderfully unexpected spaces that make an older home so memorable, nooks and crannies, intimate corners, and details that speak to its long history. A separate one-bedroom apartment adds an exceptional layer of versatility and has been successfully rented for several years, offering income potential as well as possibilities for guests, family, or extended stays. Major renovations in the 1990s and 2000s included new windows, two furnaces, two hot water tanks, and separate laundry rooms for the main house and apartment, thoughtfully updating the property while allowing its historic character to remain. With energy costs being at all time highs, you will benefit from the solar energy panels on the roof. And then there is the location. Just moments from Falmouth's lively village center, you can easily enjoy the shops, restaurants, cafés, and everyday pleasures that make this community so appealing. Surf Drive Beach is less than a mile away, putting the ocean and the quintessential Cape Cod beach experience within easy reach. A property with history, personality, flexibility, and an enviable location, this is a home that invites you to become part of its next chapter.
MLS PIN #73579627
Sep 16, 2026
Listed
$1,599,000
$574/sq ft
CCIMLS #5013184
May 29, 1996
Sold
$180,000
$65/sq ft
Nov 2, 1995
Listed
$189,900
$68/sq ft
Walk To Falmouth Harbor And Falmouth Center From This Renovated Colonail Home Graet Country Kitchen, Familyroom,Livingroom,Study,3 Bedrooms,Twobaths,Hardwood Floors Cherry Kitchen, Added Plus A Two Br
CCIMLS #31050
Sep 1, 1993
Sold
$110,000
$39/sq ft
Jan 12, 1993
Listed
$120,000
$43/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,717 (+6.0%)
$279,800 + $401,900
$681,700
2022
$4,448 (+3.2%)
$217,900 + $334,700
$552,600
2021
$4,310 (+3.0%)
$217,900 + $289,200
$507,100
2020
$4,186 (+3.2%)
$198,100 + $289,200
$487,300
2019
$4,057 (+4.3%)
$198,100 + $275,900
$474,000
2018
$3,889 (+2.5%)
$198,100 + $254,100
$452,200
2017
$3,795 (+1.9%)
$198,100 + $246,800
$444,900
2016
$3,724 (+5.7%)
$198,100 + $246,800
$444,900
2014
$3,522
$198,100 + $234,000
$432,100
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
1988
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,788
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,788
Year built
1840
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Barnstable County
APN
2320052
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, 18 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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Historical weather
Falmouth, MA • 02540
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Falmouth. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 59 Nye Rd
$1,558,417
$41K under list price of $1.60M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.3M to $1.9M.