PICTURE PERFECT Cape in lovely E. Orleans location. Set on tree-lined, historic road leading to The River, this sunny home has it all: 1st floor master suite, screen porch, natural gas heat, central AC, hardwood floors, and walk-to-village/water location. The first floor hosts a generous MB suite, living room with wood-burning hearth, cathedraled dining room, spacious kitchen, delightful 3-season screen porch, Azek deck overlooking conservation land. Kitchen adjoins dining area, and connects to pantry, powder room, mudroom, laundry and oversize 2-car garage. The second floor hosts two sunny and generous front-to-back bedrooms with hardwood floors; full bath; and extensive storage space. Walk-out lower level features a finished bonus/family room and plenty of storage space. With mature trees and ornamental plantings, a just-right-sized lawn and abutting conservation land, the lot is lovely and low-maintenance. A short walk into town, or to a boat launch on The River, this East Orleans home will make a happy vacation or year-round home for its next owner.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
0.49 acresLot Size
$587Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Fran Schofield• Robert Paul Properties, Inc.
Bought with John Moreton• Orleans Village Properties, LLC
PICTURE PERFECT Cape in lovely E. Orleans location. Set on tree-lined, historic road leading to The River, this sunny home has it all: 1st floor master suite, screen porch, natural gas heat, central AC, hardwood floors, and walk-to-village/water location. The first floor hosts a generous MB suite, living room with wood-burning hearth, cathedraled dining room, spacious kitchen, delightful 3-season screen porch, Azek deck overlooking conservation land. Kitchen adjoins dining area, and connects to pantry, powder room, mudroom, laundry and oversize 2-car garage. The second floor hosts two sunny and generous front-to-back bedrooms with hardwood floors; full bath; and extensive storage space. Walk-out lower level features a finished bonus/family room and plenty of storage space. With mature trees and ornamental plantings, a just-right-sized lawn and abutting conservation land, the lot is lovely and low-maintenance. A short walk into town, or to a boat launch on The River.
Public Records
Aug 5, 1996
Sold
$236,000
$98/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 1994
Sold
$68,750
$29/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,547 (+14.4%)
$290,300 + $600,000
$890,300
2021
$4,850 (+2.4%)
$239,900 + $461,400
$701,300
2020
$4,735 (+30.7%)
$242,600 + $383,700
$626,300
2018
$3,624 (+5.7%)
$231,300 + $315,300
$546,600
2017
$3,429 (+0.5%)
$231,300 + $310,400
$541,700
2015
$3,412
$224,900 + $306,600
$531,500
Tax history for 37 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,547 (+14.4%)
$290,300 + $600,000
$890,300
2021
$4,850 (+2.4%)
$239,900 + $461,400
$701,300
2020
$4,735 (+30.7%)
$242,600 + $383,700
$626,300
2018
$3,624 (+5.7%)
$231,300 + $315,300
$546,600
2017
$3,429 (+0.5%)
$231,300 + $310,400
$541,700
2015
$3,412
$224,900 + $306,600
$531,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
21,344
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,400
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Barnstable County
APN
2363457
Parking Spaces
6
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Jul 8, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Total: 5
Parking Features: Direct Access, Garage Door Opener
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: Full
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer
Fireplace Information
FireplacesTotal: 1
Other Room Information
Total Rooms : 7
Interior Features
Interior Features: Central Vacuum, Attic Storage, Linen Closet, Pantry
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Screened Porch
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower, Garden, Hot Tub, Underground Sprinkler System
Construction Materials: Clapboard, Shingle Siding
Roof: Asphalt, Pitched
Pool Information
Spa Features: Hot Tubs/Spa
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping, Wooded, Level
Waterfront Features: Salt
Water Source: Public
Building Information
Year Built: 1996
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: From Rt. 6, take Exit 12 toward Orleans/ Skaket Corners. Turn RT at lights on Eldredge Pkwy. Cross Route 28 to 2nd set of lights, turn RT on Main Street, and bear right on River Road to #37 on RT.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,400
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 6
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.49 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: 2020
County: Barnstable County
APN: 2363457
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Jul 8, 2025
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Orleans Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Nauset Regional Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 85° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Orleans, MA • 02643
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Estimated sale price
$1.34M – $1.62M
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