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About this home
Come visit this popular historic home deemed precious by locals, in the heart of one of Cape Cod's most beloved towns. Convenient to shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and beaches. This beautiful four-bedroom, four-bathroom antique home offers the perfect blend of timeless charm and modern comfort, featuring stunning views of Wakeby Pond (perfect for sunning, swimming and boating), cranberry bogs, and glorious sunsets. The home has been thoroughly restored, including the gourmet kitchen with a gas fireplace, all four bathrooms, a high-efficiency heating system, newer windows, and updated electrical. As an added bonus, the property includes an impressive income-producing apartment that will defray your costs. The main level features a cozy living room with built-ins that flow into the kitchen and a west-facing dining room perfect for entertaining. A first-floor bedroom, full bathroom, convenient laundry room, and charming butler's pantry complete this level. Upstairs, you will find two ensuite bedrooms, a private office and more rooms overlooking the property's gardens and scenic cranberry bogs. Additional highlights include high ceilings, gorgeous wood floors, a hobbyist's dream garage, fruit trees, blueberry bushes, vegetable gardens, hiking trails, and a private fenced in yard for kids and pets. Whether you are an antique lover, artist, farmer, investor, or growing family, act fast! This home is aggressively priced and won't last long!
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
78 Cotuit Rd · $975,000
$973K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $973K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
110 days
The average home goes pending in 24 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.8%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Remodeled interior with 10 total rooms
Closets throughout
Home library
Home office
Insulated doors and windows
Open floorplan in main living areas
Recessed and overhead lighting
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on the second floor with full bathroom, closet, wood flooring, remodeled
Bedroom 2 on the first floor with full bathroom, closet, wood flooring, remodeled
Bedroom 3 on the second floor with full bathroom, walk-in closet, additional closet, wood flooring, remodeled
Bedroom 4 on the second floor with full bathroom, ceiling fan, closet, wood flooring, exterior balcony and deck access, remodeled, vestibule, half-vaulted ceiling
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Kitchen
Remodeled kitchen with stone or granite countertops
Kitchen island
Dining area
Upgraded cabinets
Beamed ceilings
Stone/ceramic tile flooring
Stainless steel appliances
Gas stove
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Pantry
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Laundry located on the first floor
Gas water heater and electric water heater available
Flooring
Wood flooring throughout primary living areas and bedrooms
Tile/stone flooring in kitchen
Heating & cooling
Heating via baseboard and natural gas, plus fireplaces
Two fireplaces (one noted in the kitchen)
Window cooling units
Thermostat (energy-efficient feature)
Exterior features
Fenced and enclosed yard
Patio
Rain gutters
Exterior storage
Patio and deck off upper bedroom
Scenic views and waterview of bog, lake, and pond
Cleared, level lot
Public paved road frontage
Approximately 1 to 2 miles to the beach (public beach access)
Home design
Single family residence
Remodeled; original year built per public records with renovations since
Above-grade finished living area reported
Accessory dwelling unit (ADU) present
Full basement
Parking
Attached garage with one garage space and garage door opener
Workshop area in garage
One covered space
Driveway off-street parking for about four vehicles
Total parking for five vehicles
Construction
Frame construction
Granite foundation
Shingle roof
Utilities
Private water source
Sewer requires inspection prior to sale
Electric service with 200+ amp panel and generator hookup/connection
Generator connection available
Gas available for range; electric oven compatible
HOA & community
Community features include shopping, walk/jog trails, and highway access
Not a senior community
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Come visit this popular historic home deemed precious by locals, in the heart of one of Cape Cod's most beloved towns. Convenient to shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and beaches. This beautiful four-bedroom, four-bathroom antique home offers the perfect blend of timeless charm and modern comfort, featuring stunning views of Wakeby Pond (perfect for sunning, swimming and boating), cranberry bogs, and glorious sunsets. The home has been thoroughly restored, including the gourmet kitchen with a gas fireplace, all four bathrooms, a high-efficiency heating system, newer windows, and updated electrical. As an added bonus, the property includes an impressive income-producing apartment that will defray your costs. The main level features a cozy living room with built-ins that flow into the kitchen and a west-facing dining room perfect for entertaining. A first-floor bedroom, full bathroom, convenient laundry room, and charming butler's pantry complete this level. Upstairs, you will find two ensuite bedrooms, a private office and more rooms overlooking the property's gardens and scenic cranberry bogs. Additional highlights include high ceilings, gorgeous wood floors, a hobbyist's dream garage, fruit trees, blueberry bushes, vegetable gardens, hiking trails, and a private fenced in yard for kids and pets. Whether you are an antique lover, artist, farmer, investor, or growing family, act fast! This home is aggressively priced and won't last long!
CCIMLS #22001569
Oct 30, 2020
Sold
$540,000
$183/sq ft
Sep 9, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Sep 9, 2020
Relisted
—
Jul 3, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Mar 11, 2020
Listed
$558,000
$189/sq ft
MLS PIN #72632065
Oct 30, 2020
Sold
$540,000
$183/sq ft
Sep 9, 2020
Contingent
—
Sep 9, 2020
Relisted
—
Jul 1, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Mar 11, 2020
Listed
$558,000
$189/sq ft
+19
Beautiful home with Investment opportunity offers stunning sunset views of Wakeby Pond and delightful yard- perfect for outdoor entertaining. Legal In-law apartment provides steady income with long term rental history ( $17,000 k plus per year) Enjoy the stunning yard's numerous fruit trees , perennial gardens and raised vegetable beds. The property's abutting cranberry bog provides more alluring views. Impeccably maintained, the homes interior features a gourmet kitchen with new gas fireplace, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and breakfast nook. Also, pumpkin pine flooring and the living room's stone surround new gas fireplace enhance the home's charm. Recent improvement includes a full house generator. Located with easy access to Sandwich Village, Mashpee Commons and the Mid-Cape Highway. Explore all the possibilities and opportunities this property offers! Directions: Mid-Cape Highway to Exit 2, south on Route 130, left onto Cotuit road.
MLS PIN #72129806
Apr 13, 2017
Sold
$530,000
$180/sq ft
Mar 20, 2017
Pending
—
Mar 11, 2017
Listed
$549,900
$186/sq ft
CCIMLS #21710032
Apr 13, 2017
Sold
$530,000
$180/sq ft
Mar 20, 2017
Contingent
—
Mar 6, 2017
Listed
$549,900
$186/sq ft
CCIMLS #21607048
Dec 3, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Oct 18, 2016
Price Changed
$565,000
$191/sq ft
Aug 11, 2016
Listed
$599,000
$203/sq ft
CCIMLS #2030564
Nov 12, 2003
Sold
$362,500
$123/sq ft
May 20, 2003
Listed
$379,000
$128/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,139 (+5.5%)
$175,400 + $532,300
$707,700
2022
$7,712 (+5.2%)
$156,600 + $429,400
$586,000
2021
$7,330 (−0.8%)
$150,600 + $381,700
$532,300
2020
$7,391 (+3.7%)
$147,100 + $369,400
$516,500
2019
$7,128 (+26.3%)
$144,400 + $353,400
$497,800
2018
$5,643 (+2.3%)
$133,400 + $261,500
$394,900
2017
$5,517 (+10.3%)
$129,100 + $240,400
$369,500
2016
$5,002 (+2.6%)
$127,800 + $217,900
$345,700
2015
$4,873
$115,100 + $213,700
$328,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.59 Acres
Year renovated
1998
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,340
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,340
Year built
1860
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Barnstable County
APN
2385610
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on May 11, 2026.
R-2
Residential District
To provide for lower-density residential development for those uses allowed in the R1 zone while protecting the quality of air, surface water and ground water of the area.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Museum / gallery
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 90° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Sandwich, MA • 02563
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 78 Cotuit Rd
$945,944
$29K under list price of $975K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $650K to $1.0M.