A truly exceptional West Harwich property, ideally situated just a short stroll from the sandy shores of Belmont Road Beach and the scenic beauty of the Herring River. Dating to the late 1800s, this beautifully preserved sea captain's home is rich with history, character and quintessential Cape Cod charm. Thoughtfully expanded and updated over the years, it offers the comforts of modern living while honoring its distinctive architectural heritage. The main residence features a beautifully updated kitchen, three full baths and three fireplaces, along with an parlor, formal dining room, comfortable ensuite den/bedroom and light-filled sunroom—each space offering its own warmth and character. A separate barn provides remarkable versatility and additional living space, complete with an open living and dining area, kitchen, full bath, loft bedroom and fully finished lower level—ideal for hosting, creating a private retreat or accommodating a variety of lifestyle needs. Beautiful stained-glass windows add color and artistry throughout both the main home and barn. Outdoors, the private, irrigated backyard offers 2 sheds annd a peaceful setting for summer entertaining and relaxing.
Single-familyProperty Type
1840Year Built
0.43 acresLot Size
$573Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Susan Sullivan• Realty Consultants of Cape Cod
West Harwich, located between Harwich Port and Dennis Port, is a coastal and residential Harwich neighborhood with salt-air marsh edges and a low-key beach-town strip. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Route 28 near the Pleasant Lake Avenue corridor, where seasonal eateries, ice-cream windows, and small shops set a casual, walk-up rhythm. The Mooncussers Tavern anchors the local dining scene with a classic Cape Cod bar-and-grill feel. The Harwich Junior Theatre adds a cultural throughline with year-round performances in a historic playhouse setting. Side streets feature Cape-style cottages and ranch homes, while nearby ponds and inlets shape a water-forward pace. Short drives lead to warm-water beaches and bike-friendly stretches of the Cape Cod Rail Trail.
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Offer insights
48 Riverside Dr · $1,475,000
$1.51M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.51M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
2 days
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SALE-TO-LIST
98.2%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Hardwood, tile and carpet flooring
Deck
Partial basement
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Natural gas (cooking fuel)
Water heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Outdoor shower
Gazebo
Outbuilding
Other exterior structures
Partial fencing
Corner lot, cleared and level
Home design
Single-family residence
Originally built in 1840
Parking
4 total parking spaces
Construction
Clapboard siding
Shingle roof
Utilities
Public water
Electricity and solar
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Wonderful Restored Antique Home South Of Lower Co.,Loads Of Charm And History, Main House Has 10 Rooms,Lovely Sun Porch, First Floor Master, Formal Diningroom,Eat-in Kitchen, 4 Fireplaces, 2 Decks Plus New Freestanding Building Ideal For Studio/Workshop
CCIMLS #33166
Jan 4, 1994
Sold
$140,000
$54/sq ft
Mar 15, 1993
Listed
$145,900
$57/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 4, 1993
Sold
$169,859
$66/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$6,574 (+0.3%)
$179,400 + $631,200
$810,600
2021
$6,553 (−0.1%)
$163,100 + $598,900
$762,000
2020
$6,560 (+3.6%)
$165,900 + $585,500
$751,400
2019
$6,330 (+6.0%)
$159,400 + $570,700
$730,100
2017
$5,973 (+2.6%)
$125,500 + $540,400
$665,900
2016
$5,821 (+3.8%)
$125,500 + $516,300
$641,800
2015
$5,609
$123,000 + $502,300
$625,300
Public record
Public record
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0.43 Acres
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Style
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County
Barnstable County
APN
2328761
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
Jul 16, 2025 • Final
Gas
Gas
Jun 5, 2025 • Active
Plumbing
Plumbing
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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 85° 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
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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West Harwich, MA • 02671
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Redfin Estimate for 48 Riverside Dr
$1,469,561
$5,439 under list price of $1.48M
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