Lagoon front with private, permitted dock! Excellent boating water, fishing, etc. The residence is a traditional Cape style but with a very open living plan offering windows to the water to enjoy the views!
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Market trends in 02568, MA
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Buyer's market
Sale-to-List Price
93.7%
0.3% MoM
Median sale price
$1.7M
$31K MoM
Avg. days on market
68d
3 days MoM
Recently sold homes
16
3 MoM
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Sale history for 289 Barnes Rd
Date
Event
Price
CCIMLS #21203152
Sep 13, 2012
Sold
$1,125,000
$426/sq ft
Jan 23, 2010
Listed
$1,295,000
$490/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$15,470 (+3.3%)
$1,896,000 + $1,034,000
$2,930,000
2022
$14,981 (+2.9%)
$1,449,500 + $756,900
$2,206,400
2021
$14,565 (+4.8%)
$1,276,200 + $700,000
$1,976,200
2020
$13,895 (−0.6%)
$1,215,400 + $652,200
$1,867,600
2019
$13,979 (+31.1%)
$1,177,400 + $640,400
$1,817,800
2018
$10,666 (+3.4%)
$942,800 + $419,400
$1,362,200
2017
$10,317 (+1.8%)
$893,700 + $372,200
$1,265,900
2016
$10,133 (+15.5%)
$921,400 + $328,000
$1,249,400
2015
$8,771
$794,700 + $307,200
$1,101,900
Tax history for 289 Barnes Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$15,470 (+3.3%)
$1,896,000 + $1,034,000
$2,930,000
2022
$14,981 (+2.9%)
$1,449,500 + $756,900
$2,206,400
2021
$14,565 (+4.8%)
$1,276,200 + $700,000
$1,976,200
2020
$13,895 (−0.6%)
$1,215,400 + $652,200
$1,867,600
2019
$13,979 (+31.1%)
$1,177,400 + $640,400
$1,817,800
2018
$10,666 (+3.4%)
$942,800 + $419,400
$1,362,200
2017
$10,317 (+1.8%)
$893,700 + $372,200
$1,265,900
2016
$10,133 (+15.5%)
$921,400 + $328,000
$1,249,400
2015
$8,771
$794,700 + $307,200
$1,101,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
3,125
Year built
1985
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Dukes County
APN
3877810
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 19, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Garage Infromation
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Bulkhead Access, Full
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Other Room Information
Total Rooms : 7
Interior Features
Flooring: Other, Wood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower, Yard
Construction Materials: Shingle Siding
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Poured
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Actual
Lot Information
Lot Features: In Town Location
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Has Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Fresh
Zoning: R3
Building Information
Year Built: 1985
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water
Location
Location Information
Directions: Take Barnes Road from the blinking light on the Edg/VH Road, travel approximately 1.3 miles and watch for #289 on the left. A Sandpiper sign will be placed at the drive when active marketing begins.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,125
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Dukes County
APN: 3877810
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Around this home
Schools
Oak Bluffs Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
Martha's Vineyard Regional 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 88° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Oak Bluffs, MA • 02557
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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
$3.79M – $4.59M
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