$200,000 PRICE IMPROVEMENT! A rare opportunity to own the iconic Blue Heron Gallery in the heart of Wellfleet, just steps from Main Street. Originally built as a Truro cottage in 1946 and relocated here in the 1970s, this distinctive property blends history, charm, and opportunity. Zoned for both Commercial and Residential use, it offers endless possibilitiescontinue as a gallery or boutique, create a live/work space, or convert to a residence (buyer to verify all uses). Beautiful gardens enhance the setting, with restaurants, galleries, boutiques, the harbor, and Wellfleet's famous oysters just moments away. Recent improvements include a newer roof, updated windows, Azek trim, and refreshed landscaping. Price reflects current condition. Buyer to complete septic repair after closing at buyer's expense. Board of Health-approved repair plan in hand; estimated cost $6,000-$8,000. Buyer to perform own due diligence.
Single-familyProperty Type
1945Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$369Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Dawn Lee• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Wellfleet Center Historic District, located between Wellfleet Harbor and Duck Creek, is a historic and walkable Wellfleet neighborhood with a classic Cape streetscape and a working waterfront feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Main Street at Commercial Street, where galleries, oyster bars, indie shops, and porch-front cafés set a steady, small-town rhythm. The Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater anchors the arts calendar, while Wellfleet Preservation Hall and the Wellfleet Public Library add year-round cultural gravity. Architecture leans toward shingled Capes, sea-captain-era homes, and compact storefronts with hand-painted signs. Side lanes lead to marsh views and harbor docks, keeping salt air in the background. Seasonal foot traffic mixes with quiet mornings, shaped by tides, performances, and coffee counters.
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Market insights
20 Bank St · $1,150,000
DAYS ON MARKET
507 days
The average home goes pending in 32 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.1%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,150,000
Median list price in this area is $912,447. (21% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Interior features
Walk-up attic
Total of 5 rooms
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Electric water heater
Water heater
Flooring
Vinyl flooring
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Oil-fired baseboard heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Patio
Garden
Cleared, level lot
Waterview including creek and proximity to bay and beach (1/2 to 1 mile to beach; public beach access)
Home design
Single family residence
Renovated since original construction
Parking
Detached garage (1 garage space)
1 covered space
Off-street parking with about 10 open spaces (11 total parking spaces)
Security
Security system installed
Construction
Frame construction
Brick/mortar and slab foundation
Shingle roof
Utilities
Private water
Sewer inspection required for sale
Electric hookups for electric range and electric oven
HOA & community
Community amenities nearby: shopping, parks, walk/jog trails, golf, medical facility, bike path, conservation area, highway access, house of worship, marina, public school
Financial info
Property listed as active
Other
Business sold separately from real estate
Electricity and solar
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$200,000 PRICE IMPROVEMENT!! A rare opportunity to own the iconic Blue Heron Gallery in the heart of Wellfleet, just steps from Main Street. Originally built as a cottage in Truro in 1946 and relocated to its current location in the 1970s, this unique property blends history, character, and exceptional potential. Zoned for both Commercial and Residential use, the possibilities are endless--continue its legacy as a gallery or boutique, create a distinctive live/work space, or reimagine it as a charming residence (buyer to verify all intended uses). The beautifully landscaped gardens create a welcoming setting, while the prime location places you moments from Wellfleet's celebrated restaurants, galleries, boutiques, harbor, and world-famous oysters. Recent improvements include a newer roof, updated windows, Azek trim, and refreshed landscaping. Price reflects the property's current condition. The buyer will be responsible for completing the septic repair after closing at the buyer's expense. A Board of Health-approved repair plan is in hand with an estimated cost of approximately $6k-$8k; buyers are encouraged to perform their own due diligence regarding costs
CCIMLS #22402377
Feb 14, 2025
Listing Removed
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Dec 2, 2024
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Oct 15, 2024
Price Changed
$1,350,000
$433/sq ft
May 23, 2024
Listed
$1,495,000
$479/sq ft
CCIMLS #22301390
Jan 1, 2024
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Oct 18, 2023
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Apr 17, 2023
Listed
$1,595,000
$511/sq ft
CCIMLS #22203232
Nov 4, 2022
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Jun 21, 2022
Listed
$1,600,000
$513/sq ft
CCIMLS #22200253
Mar 12, 2022
Listing Removed
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Jan 20, 2022
Listed
$1,650,000
$529/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$129
$17,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
1
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
2021
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,256
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,256
Year built
2021
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Barnstable County
APN
5202744
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 21, 2024.
CD
Central District
To provide concurrent development of residential and nonresidential uses subject to conditions to assure spatial segregation of incompatible uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Bed & breakfast
Public service
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 86° 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
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Wellfleet, MA • 02667
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Sun exposure
78/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 20 Bank St
$1,056,240
$94K under list price of $1.15M
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