A spectacular, level .77 acre corner lot among the cherry trees of the prized Briar Spring neighborhood is home to Eastward's newest Orleans residence. Every luxury amenity desired in a Cape home presents itself across 5200 sq ft and 3 levels of richly detailed living space showcasing Eastward's signature coastal New England aesthetic. The expansive great room encompasses living, dining and a hand-built chef's kitchen with Thermador appliances and a butler's pantry. The main level primary suite and spacious laundry allow for complete first floor living. Upstairs are 3 additional bedroom suites including a private-entrance guest space above the garage and a large office/den. The lower level contains 1500 sq ft of well appointed entertainment space with 9' ceilings, full bath, wet bar and natural light afforded by full-sized windows. Outdoor enjoyment areas include a 16x28 inground gunite pool w/spa and safety cover, gas firepit, patio and irrigated lawns. Composite low-maintenance exterior trim, efficient natural gas utilities, AC, Andersen 400 windows, exceptional detail and millwork. A signature home with a superb address. Building specifications are subject to change.
East Orleans, located between Town Cove and Nauset Beach, is a coastal and residential Orleans neighborhood with salt-marsh inlets and dune-backed shoreline. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Route 28 corridor near the Orleans Rotary, where beach traffic, bike riders, and low-slung shops set a brisk Cape rhythm. Architecture leans to classic Cape cottages, shingled contemporaries, and tucked-away lanes leading to water views. Nauset Beach and Nauset Inlet shape daily patterns with surf, seals, and big skies. The Cape Cod Rail Trail threads through, linking errands to long rides. Skaket Corners and Rock Harbor sit close by for galleries, seafood counters, and sunset walks.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Wet bar
Recessed lighting
Pantry
Mud room
Linen closet
Built-in features
Interior entry to finished basement
Patio
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on the first floor with walk-in closet and recessed lighting
Bedroom 2 (first or main level) with private full bath and closet
Bedroom 3 on the second floor with recessed lighting, closet, and private full bath
Bedroom 4 on the second floor with recessed lighting, closet, and private full bath
Bathrooms
Five full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Kitchen
Quartz countertops
Kitchen island
Breakfast bar
Breakfast nook
Gas stove
Laundry & utility
First-floor laundry with recessed lighting and built-ins
Washer and electric dryer included
Gas water heater
Flooring
Hardwood throughout main living areas and bedrooms
Tile floors in select areas
Heating & cooling
Heating present
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Outdoor shower
Patio
Partial fencing
Level lot
Public paved road frontage
Home design
Single-family residence
Property in actual condition
Parking
Open parking available
Attached garage with 2 garage spaces
Security
Security system present
Construction
Shingle siding
Asphalt pitched roof
Concrete perimeter poured foundation
Year built 2026
Utilities
Septic tank with innovative alternative system
Electricity and solar
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Available for the first time in 50 years. Almost never does a large, level, undeveloped lot in the Briar Spring area become available. This .77 acre corner lot is level, sunny and unencumbered by wetlands or deed restrictions. Let your vision for a substantial Orleans home soar in this superb setting. This is a treasured address close to Nauset Beach and enjoyed by generations of Cape Cod families. Walk among the cherry blossoms that line the neighborhood streets, bike to the beach or Meetinghouse Pond. There is no engineering associated with the lot, Buyer and their agents to perform any due diligence.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,590 (+11.2%)
$576,200
2021
$3,227 (+0.8%)
$419,000
2020
$3,200 (+19.6%)
$423,300
2018
$2,676 (+4.7%)
$403,600
2017
$2,555 (+21.7%)
$403,600
2015
$2,099
$327,000
Public record
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0.77 Acres
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Barnstable County
APN
2363793
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Last updated by owner on Jan 27, 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
6 days above 85° expected this year, 18 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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Historical weather
Orleans, MA • 02653
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 96 Briar Spring Rd
$3,719,263
$31K under list price of $3.75M
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