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Listing broker remarks

In the heart of Cotuit, this historic home offers character, privacy, and smart updates on a beautifully landscaped lot, close to the village center and 0.6 miles to Ropes Beach. Recognized by the local Historical Commission and featured in Cape Cod Magazine, it keeps its hardwood floors and classic staircase while benefiting from a full renovation,. Detached living quarters added in 2018. A shell driveway leads to a private backyard with hydrangeas, irrigation, an outdoor shower, and a stone patio with outdoor fireplace, ideal for summer and fall nights. The main house features a living room with gas fireplace, bay window dining room, and a kitchen with granite island, gas cooktop, wall oven, pantry, and custom cabinetry, plus a first-floor bedroom, full bath, laundry, family room, and screened sun porch. Upstairs are the primary suite with walk-in closet, bath, and private terrace, another bedroom, a full bath, and a loft for office or media. Passing Title V for 4 bedrooms in hand.— Keller Williams Realty

Key details

  • 2,194 sq ft
  • 20,038 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 3.5 baths
  • 1870 built
  • $865 / sq ft
  • $12,530 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠4⁠8⁠6⁠6⁠5⁠0⁠
Last updated
Address
552 Main St
Town
Barnstable, MA
ZIP
02635
Deed (Bk/Pg)
29172 / 148

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Jones, Owen House · includes BRN.AR

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Barnstable

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.