A rare offering in the heart of historic Sandwich Village, this distinguished antique residence blends timeless character with an extraordinary Cape Cod lifestyle. Surrounded by the charm of downtown Sandwich, shops, dining and community gatherings are just outside your door. An opportunity to be part of the Village in a way few homes can. Filled with natural light, the 5-bedroom, 7.5-bath main residence pairs beautiful architectural character with modern comforts including radiant heat, central air and a whole-house generator. A gorgeous kitchen with custom cabinetry and quartz countertops complements gracious living and dining spaces, an inviting family room and sunroom. The third floor offers a bedroom, living area and full bath. An impeccable carriage house with a full bathroom provides beautifully appointed space for guests, a home office or studio. The backyard is an outdoor retreat with cedar hot tub, sauna, outdoor shower, gas fire pit and space to entertain. Town Neck Beach & Boardwalk are just a stroll away. Steeped in history yet beautifully suited for modern living, this is a home made for gathering, celebrating and creating the next chapter of its remarkable story.
Single-familyProperty Type
1836Year Built
0.35 acresLot Size
$454Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Erin Cameron• William Raveis Real Estate & Home Services
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
158 Main St · $1,897,000
$1.9M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.9M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
23 days
The average home goes pending in 32 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.1%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Attic storage
Linen closet
Recessed lighting
Walk-in closets
Patio
Bedrooms
Total rooms: 11
Bathrooms
7 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Partial basement
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Gas range
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Gas dryer hookup
Natural gas water heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Central air conditioning
Has heating
Has cooling
Exterior features
Outdoor shower
Sauna
Hot tub
Underground sprinkler system
Level interior lot
Public water
Home design
Single family residence
Guest house and additional outbuilding
Parking
Detached garage with garage door opener
Driveway (paved)
Total parking for 4 vehicles
2 garage spaces
Construction
Built in 1836
Clapboard and shingle siding
Asphalt pitched roof
Utilities
Public water
Electricity and solar
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Beautiful family home with detached carriage house in the heart of the historic village of Sandwich . Originally built in 1835, this 5 bedroom home has been lovingly renovated with modern charms and exquisite craftsmanship while keeping many original details. Gorgeous kitchen with custom cabinetry, quartz counters and stainless-steel appliances, seven fireplaces, high ceilings, spacious rooms and period detailing. Also offering twenty first century luxuries and amenities such as radiant heat,central air and generator. Impressive over-sized carriage house with parking for 2 cars and beautifully finished upper floor with bathroom perfect for home office space. Spacious family room surrounded by windows lead you out onto the terrace with piped in gas for your gas grill and firepit. Professionally landscaped private grounds surrounded by perennial plantings and inground irrigation system. This stunning property was once operated as a B&B./l.;
MLS PIN #72750884
Apr 28, 2021
Sold
$1,240,000
$297/sq ft
Feb 17, 2021
Contingent
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Nov 20, 2020
Price Changed
$1,379,875
$330/sq ft
Oct 29, 2020
Listed
$1,450,000
$347/sq ft
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Beautiful family home with a detached carriage house in the heart of the historic village of Sandwich. Originally built in 1835, this 5 bedroom home has been lovingly renovated with modern charms and exquisite craftsmanship while keeping many original details. Gorgeous kitchen with custom cabinetry, quartz counters and stainless-steel appliances, seven fireplaces, high ceilings, spacious rooms, and period detailing. Also offering twenty-first-century luxuries and amenities such as radiant heat, central air, and generator. Impressive over-sized carriage house with parking for 2 cars and beautifully finished upper floor with bathroom perfect for home office space. A spacious family room surrounded by windows leads you out onto the terrace with piped-in gas for your gas grill and firepit. Professionally landscaped private grounds surrounded by perennial plantings and inground irrigation system. This stunning property was once operated as a B&B./l.
CCIMLS #21002379
Sep 4, 2019
Listing Removed
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Mar 15, 2010
Listed
$759,000
$182/sq ft
MLS PIN #71756163
Jun 1, 2015
Sold
$890,000
$213/sq ft
May 28, 2015
Pending
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Apr 23, 2015
Listed
$949,900
$227/sq ft
CCIMLS #21409214
Jun 1, 2015
Sold
$890,000
$213/sq ft
Sep 30, 2014
Listed
$949,900
$227/sq ft
CCIMLS #2022261
Sep 3, 2002
Sold
$585,000
$140/sq ft
Jun 12, 2002
Listed
$595,000
$142/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 9, 1998
Sold
$450,000
$108/sq ft
CCIMLS #43164
Mar 20, 1996
Sold
$349,500
$84/sq ft
Jan 27, 1994
Listed
$359,900
$86/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 10, 1988
Sold
$415,000
$99/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$15,212 (+2.5%)
$240,700 + $1,082,100
$1,322,800
2022
$14,846 (+5.7%)
$237,500 + $890,600
$1,128,100
2021
$14,040 (+4.6%)
$228,300 + $791,300
$1,019,600
2020
$13,424 (+6.2%)
$233,700 + $704,400
$938,100
2019
$12,635 (+5.2%)
$224,200 + $658,100
$882,300
2018
$12,014 (+6.5%)
$226,600 + $614,100
$840,700
2017
$11,283 (+14.9%)
$219,200 + $536,500
$755,700
2016
$9,816 (−4.0%)
$217,100 + $461,300
$678,400
2015
$10,223
$204,200 + $485,600
$689,800
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Public record
Zoning
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Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Barnstable County
APN
2393116
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
R-1
Residential District
To provide moderate-density residential development and allow for a limited variety of accessory uses, while preserving current surrounding conditions and the environment of the community.
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Redfin Estimate for 158 Main St
$1,828,374
$69K under list price of $1.90M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $787K to $3.7M.