Nestled in a serene corner of Wellfleet, this delightful two-bedroom, one-bath cottage offers the perfect coastal retreat. Just a short walk to picturesque Old Wharf Point, you'll enjoy easy access to kayaking, paddleboarding, and exploring the natural beauty of the bay outdoor adventure right at your doorstep. Brand new septic is being installed by seller.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
3,485 sq ftLot Size
$878Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by The Eva Scott Group• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with The Beach Buoys• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Nestled in a serene corner of Wellfleet, this delightful two-bedroom, one-bath cottage offers the perfect coastal retreat. Just a short walk to picturesque Old Wharf Point, you'll enjoy easy access to kayaking, paddleboarding, and exploring the natural beauty of the bay outdoor adventure right at your doorstep. Brand new septic is being installed by seller.
MLS PIN #73394437
Sep 30, 2025
Sold
$435,000
$747/sq ft
Jun 20, 2025
Listed
$469,000
$806/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 28, 1977
Sold
$20,000
$34/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$1,864 (+10.4%)
$220,600 + $62,900
$283,500
2021
$1,688 (−2.7%)
$172,800 + $42,000
$214,800
2020
$1,734 (+8.7%)
$181,900 + $41,800
$223,700
2018
$1,595 (+6.1%)
$181,900 + $40,200
$222,100
2017
$1,504 (+1.8%)
$181,900 + $40,000
$221,900
2015
$1,477
$178,300 + $39,500
$217,800
Tax history for 290 Old Wharf Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$1,864 (+10.4%)
$220,600 + $62,900
$283,500
2021
$1,688 (−2.7%)
$172,800 + $42,000
$214,800
2020
$1,734 (+8.7%)
$181,900 + $41,800
$223,700
2018
$1,595 (+6.1%)
$181,900 + $40,200
$222,100
2017
$1,504 (+1.8%)
$181,900 + $40,000
$221,900
2015
$1,477
$178,300 + $39,500
$217,800
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,485 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
448
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Barnstable County
APN
2407996
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jan 27, 2023.
R1
Residential 1 District
To provide moderate density residential environment in areas generally unserviced by public utilities, but containing land characteristics to accommodate such densities without endangering the public's health, safety or welfare.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Bed & breakfast
Public service
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Unpaved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 4
Flooring: Plywood, Vinyl, Laminate
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 582
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Roof: Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,447
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Electric: 110 Volts
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Electric
Location
Location Information
Directions: Route 6 East, left on Old Wharf, #290 is on the right
UnparsedAddress: 290 Old Wharf Rd, Wellfleet MA 02667
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 448
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3,485 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Barnstable County
APN: 2407996
Home facts updated by county records on Jan 27, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Wellfleet Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.0mi
8/10
Nauset Regional Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.3mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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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 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
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$486,000 – $588,000
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