Discover a unique opportunity in Whitman! This spacious, move-in-ready property offers 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 1 half bath, with residential and commercial zoning offering potential to operate a business from the property. A private in-law suite features its own bedroom, newly added kitchen, and full bath.Recent improvements include a new roof, newer fence, fresh interior paint, 32 replacement windows, an upgraded 36" paneled wood front entry door, and a rear office/studio. Enjoy a double deck perfect for family gatherings and a concrete-upgraded pond. With an in-law suite, business potential, extensive updates, and versatile spaces, this property is a truly unique find!
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.51 acresLot Size
$234Price/Sq.Ft.
10 spacesParking
Listed by Jeanie Martins• Martins & Associates R.E. Inc.
Spacious Cape style home with converted garage that serves as a pet grooming business. Pretty kitchen with a breakfast nook. Large living room with hardwood floor, beamed ceiling, recessed lighting and a wood stove. The 31 x 16 garage* that was converted to a business provides a great opportunity to work out of your home! Create your own business with great exposure on Temple St. in a highway business zone(HB). Finished walkout basement with bonus room that can serve as a bedroom, play space or den. Backyard offers nice privacy and has an above ground pool. Showing begins with open house. Floor Plan is attached document. *The space can easily be converted back to a garage. Three active apple trees on property.
MLS PIN #71710467
Oct 16, 2014
Sold
$271,500
$91/sq ft
Sep 7, 2014
Contingent
—
Aug 1, 2014
Price Changed
$279,900
$94/sq ft
Jul 8, 2014
Listed
$289,900
$97/sq ft
+12
This is far from a traditional cape style home. If you are looking for a place with space and character, don't miss seeing this! Drink your morning coffee at the kitchen island, breakfast nook, or the formal dining room. Kitchen has recessed lighting, under-counter lighting, and a spacious walk-in pantry. Large living room has a cozy woodstove & built-ins. Main bath has a cathedral ceiling with a skylight and the first floor laundry. There are two large bedrooms on the second floor and the third is on the first floor. Backyard has a beautiful waterfall and stone garden. Walkout basement has a finished playroom with a half bath plus a workshop. Garage is a two-car tandem style plus there is an outside shed.
MLS PIN #70211186
Aug 26, 2005
Sold
$317,500
$106/sq ft
Aug 8, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jun 17, 2005
Listed
$327,000
$109/sq ft
Public Records
May 21, 1987
Sold
$128,000
$43/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,681 (+8.0%)
$217,900 + $291,300
$509,200
2024
$6,188 (+1.8%)
$213,400 + $272,300
$485,700
2023
$6,077 (+1.4%)
$195,400 + $252,400
$447,800
2022
$5,994 (+7.9%)
$177,500 + $234,200
$411,700
2021
$5,554 (+3.8%)
$149,400 + $208,900
$358,300
2020
$5,349 (+7.7%)
$135,900 + $201,600
$337,500
2019
$4,968 (+3.4%)
$135,900 + $187,100
$323,000
2018
$4,805 (+6.2%)
$129,200 + $170,900
$300,100
2017
$4,526 (+7.4%)
$129,200 + $170,900
$300,100
2016
$4,216 (+6.3%)
$117,900 + $152,500
$270,400
2015
$3,967 (−1.2%)
$117,900 + $136,200
$254,100
2014
$4,017 (+4.9%)
$117,900 + $136,200
$254,100
2013
$3,829 (+1.1%)
$117,900 + $124,600
$242,500
2012
$3,787 (+6.1%)
$131,400 + $127,600
$259,000
2011
$3,568 (+4.3%)
$138,100 + $127,600
$265,700
2010
$3,420 (+1.7%)
$140,400 + $135,400
$275,800
2009
$3,363
$140,400 + $155,100
$295,500
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.51 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,991
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,991
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Plymouth County
APN
2564906S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
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 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
74% 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
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Redfin Estimate for 865 Temple St
$701,582
$1,682 over list price of $700K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $600K to $730K.