Coastal living meets modern comfort. This fully renovated home, just steps from the beach, offers a unique lifestyle opportunity. This home can be purchased with the house next door. Live in one and rent the other, use one as an in-law suite, or rent both for maximum income. The possibilities are endless. 8 Murphy boasts 4 bedrooms and 1 bath, while 10 Murphy offers 3 bedrooms and 1 bath. Located on a tranquil dead-end street, you'll enjoy peace and quiet even during those bustling summer months. Don't miss this rare opportunity- properties like this are a true gem.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
3,800 sq ftLot Size
$351Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Eddie Lopez• RE/MAX Vantage
Bought with Phillip Medeiros• LPT Realty - Home & Key Group
***Welcome to Swifts Beach*** One of the most desirable beaches in town with a great family friendly atmosphere. Calling all cash/investment buyers. These two charming homes have been in the same family for many decades. Both homes are three bedrooms and one bath, with views of the beach. The first house consists of a large living room area with a gas fireplace open to a kitchen and dining room. First floor also has a bedroom and a full bathroom along with a large sunroom. Upstairs, you’ll find a small area for an office along with two bedrooms and attic storage. The second house is cottage style all one level house with a beautiful stone fireplace and open floor plan. These houses are to be sold "as is" and as a package only; both 8 & 10 Murphy Street. Bring your ideas, imagination and some sweat equity and make these two family homes your own. One block away, you can enjoy the sand at your feet and the beautiful beach.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,473 (−9.3%)
$109,500 + $296,200
$405,700
2025
$3,830 (−0.2%)
$109,500 + $258,100
$367,600
2023
$3,839 (+9.6%)
$75,000 + $244,100
$319,100
2022
$3,502 (+8.9%)
$75,000 + $244,100
$319,100
2021
$3,215 (+4.5%)
$75,000 + $164,000
$239,000
2020
$3,076 (+9.9%)
$75,000 + $157,000
$232,000
2019
$2,800 (+16.0%)
$67,300 + $143,400
$210,700
2018
$2,413 (+1.3%)
$67,300 + $109,700
$177,000
2017
$2,381 (+8.8%)
$67,300 + $109,700
$177,000
2016
$2,189 (+5.1%)
$64,000 + $97,800
$161,800
2015
$2,082 (−2.0%)
$64,000 + $95,300
$159,300
2014
$2,125 (+2.6%)
$64,000 + $101,400
$165,400
2013
$2,071 (−2.1%)
$64,000 + $101,400
$165,400
2012
$2,115 (−0.6%)
$81,600 + $106,400
$188,000
2011
$2,127
$80,100 + $118,900
$199,000
2010
$2,127 (+26.8%)
$80,100 + $118,900
$199,000
2009
$1,678
$86,800 + $138,800
$225,600
Tax history for 8 Murphy St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,473 (−9.3%)
$109,500 + $296,200
$405,700
2025
$3,830 (−0.2%)
$109,500 + $258,100
$367,600
2023
$3,839 (+9.6%)
$75,000 + $244,100
$319,100
2022
$3,502 (+8.9%)
$75,000 + $244,100
$319,100
2021
$3,215 (+4.5%)
$75,000 + $164,000
$239,000
2020
$3,076 (+9.9%)
$75,000 + $157,000
$232,000
2019
$2,800 (+16.0%)
$67,300 + $143,400
$210,700
2018
$2,413 (+1.3%)
$67,300 + $109,700
$177,000
2017
$2,381 (+8.8%)
$67,300 + $109,700
$177,000
2016
$2,189 (+5.1%)
$64,000 + $97,800
$161,800
2015
$2,082 (−2.0%)
$64,000 + $95,300
$159,300
2014
$2,125 (+2.6%)
$64,000 + $101,400
$165,400
2013
$2,071 (−2.1%)
$64,000 + $101,400
$165,400
2012
$2,115 (−0.6%)
$81,600 + $106,400
$188,000
2011
$2,127
$80,100 + $118,900
$199,000
2010
$2,127 (+26.8%)
$80,100 + $118,900
$199,000
2009
$1,678
$86,800 + $138,800
$225,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,920 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,500
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Plymouth County
APN
741596S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 1, 2026.
R30
Residence 30 District
The R-30 district is intended to promote residential development at moderate densities in areas served by public water and sewer.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Religious facility
Day care facility
Public service
Educational/school
Kennel
Communications tower
Veterinary clinic
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,500
Foundation Details: Slab
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Lead Paint: None
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Has Waterview
Bay, Ocean
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
Lot Features: Flood Plain
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,936
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Location
Location Information
Directions: Swift Beach Rd to end... right on Wankinco Ave, right on Murphy
UnparsedAddress: 8 Murphy St, Wareham MA 02571
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,500
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,920 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Plymouth County
APN: 741596S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 1, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Wareham Middle School
Public 5-7 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
Wareham Senior High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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 93° expected this year, 16 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, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Wareham, MA • 02571
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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63
46
53
36
41
26
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.9 hrs
4.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$501,000 – $607,000
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