Sitting atop Telegraph Hill Rd in desirable West Falmouth Village you will discover this unique 1970s contemporary home. Created for a simple alternative lifestyle and built to be in harmony with its natural surroundings. On almost an acre of land, established rhododendron, hydrangea, and lilies welcome you home, and raised gardening beds await renewed cultivation. Inside, soaring ceilings, unique custom windows, and an abundance of natural wood adorn the 4 bedroom 2 bath dwelling. The house is in its original 1974 condition and has been occupied by one owner. Coast down Blacksmith Shop Road past walking trails, a playground, tennis/pickleball courts, and a baseball diamond to the West Falmouth Library, the Shining Sea Bike-way, West Falmouth Harbor, and West Falmouth Market.
Single-familyProperty Type
1974Year Built
0.92 acresLot Size
$481Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Heath and Holly Coker• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties
Bought with Nancy Lesperance• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Sitting atop Telegraph Hill Rd in desirable West Falmouth Village you will discover this unique 1970s contemporary home. Created for a simple alternative lifestyle and built to be in harmony with its natural surroundings. On almost an acre of land, established rhododendron, hydrangea, and lilies welcome you home, and raised gardening beds await renewed cultivation. Inside, soaring ceilings, unique custom windows, and an abundance of natural wood adorn the 4 bedroom/2 bath dwelling. The house is in its original 1974 condition and has been occupied by one owner. Coast down Blacksmith Shop Road past walking trails, a playground, tennis/pickleball courts, and a baseball diamond to the West Falmouth Library, the Shining Sea Bike-way, West Falmouth Harbor, and West Falmouth Market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,824 (+9.2%)
$320,000 + $232,600
$552,600
2022
$3,501 (−1.5%)
$238,000 + $196,900
$434,900
2021
$3,556 (+16.9%)
$238,000 + $180,300
$418,300
2020
$3,043 (+0.6%)
$216,400 + $137,900
$354,300
2019
$3,025 (+1.0%)
$216,400 + $137,000
$353,400
2018
$2,995 (+1.1%)
$216,400 + $131,900
$348,300
2017
$2,961 (+1.9%)
$216,400 + $130,700
$347,100
2016
$2,905 (+2.8%)
$216,400 + $130,700
$347,100
2014
$2,826
$216,400 + $130,300
$346,700
Tax history for 85 Telegraph Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,824 (+9.2%)
$320,000 + $232,600
$552,600
2022
$3,501 (−1.5%)
$238,000 + $196,900
$434,900
2021
$3,556 (+16.9%)
$238,000 + $180,300
$418,300
2020
$3,043 (+0.6%)
$216,400 + $137,900
$354,300
2019
$3,025 (+1.0%)
$216,400 + $137,000
$353,400
2018
$2,995 (+1.1%)
$216,400 + $131,900
$348,300
2017
$2,961 (+1.9%)
$216,400 + $130,700
$347,100
2016
$2,905 (+2.8%)
$216,400 + $130,700
$347,100
2014
$2,826
$216,400 + $130,300
$346,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.92 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
1,608
Year built
1974
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Barnstable County
APN
2305017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Off Street, Unpaved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,608
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.92
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Surface Type: Unimproved
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,501
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Electric
Location
Location Information
Directions: Route 28A (West Falmouth Highway) to Blacksmith Shop Rd up to Telegraph Hill to 85
UnparsedAddress: 85 Telegraph Hill Rd, Falmouth MA 02540
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,608
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.92 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1974
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Barnstable County
APN: 2305017
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Morse Pond School
Public 5-6 • Assigned • 3.1mi
7/10
Lawrence School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi
5/10
Falmouth High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 15 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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.8 hrs
4.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$736,000 – $890,000
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