178 Beach Rd, Orleans, MA 02653
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$1,002,400

Tax assessed value
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,128 sqft (on 2.81 acres)

178 Beach Rd, Orleans, MA 02653

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
17 Pendleton Drive, Orleans, MA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,490,000
10/31/25
3
2.5
1,925
11 Cedar Land Road, Orleans, MA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$1,260,000
10/17/25
3
2.5
1,968
36 Cedar Land Road, Orleans, MA
0.57
Single-Family Home
$2,445,000
12/02/25
5
3.5
3,208
3 Country Crossing, Orleans, MA
0.64
Single-Family Home
$1,349,000
12/03/25
3
3
2,290
43 Old Duck Hole Road, Orleans, MA
0.52
Single-Family Home
$2,323,000
04/07/26
2
2.5
1,728
15 Mill Pond Road, Orleans, MA
0.76
Single-Family Home
$2,049,000
08/10/26
4
3
2,759
34 Cedar Land Road, Orleans, MA
0.57
Single-Family Home
$2,185,000
10/27/25
4
4.5
3,178
131 Pochet Road, Orleans, MA
0.83
Single-Family Home
$1,545,000
11/21/25
4
3
2,247
15 Tanglewood Terrace, Orleans, MA
0.77
Single-Family Home
$1,860,000
10/15/25
4
2.5
3,197
7 Brick Hill Ext Road, Orleans, MA
0.85
Single-Family Home
$1,075,000
04/03/26
3
2.5
2,157

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
27 Grandview Drive, Orleans, MA 02653
0.05
$2,667,400
5
4.5
4,698
Off Market
6 Ocean Road, Orleans, MA 02653
0.10
$1,941,600
3
2
2,076
Off Market
5 Overlook Circle, Orleans, MA 02653
0.11
$1,750,800
4
2.5
2,296
Off Market
206 Beach Road #b, Orleans, MA 02653
0.19
$1,688,300
3
2
1,843
Off Market
8 Snow Goose Lane, Orleans, MA 02653
0.21
$1,582,700
3
2
1,399
Off Market
30 Deer Run, Orleans, MA 02653
0.19
$5,412,800
5
6.5
6,021
Off Market
170 Beach Road #1 & 2, Orleans, MA 02653
0.21
$671,000
2
2
2,144
Off Market
207 Beach Road, Orleans, MA 02653
0.24
$1,289,100
4
1.5
1,344
Off Market
17 Overlook Circle, Orleans, MA 02643
0.22
$4,221,800
4
5
4,800
Off Market
160 Beach Road #2, Orleans, MA 02653
0.23
$508,900
2
1
687
Off Market
17 Pendleton Drive, Orleans, MA 02653
0.29
$1,525,300
3
2.5
1,925
Off Market
5 High Street, Orleans, MA 02653
0.31
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Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1850
2.81 acre lot
2,128 sqft
Garage

About this House

This iconic East Orleans landmark has been occupied by the same family for nearly a century. Built circa 1850, this elegant Federal-style home sits on 2.8 acres of gently rolling land and includes a separate 1-acre building lot. There are several outbuildings, a large barn and a heated swimming pool. A mowed path winds around the barn, revealing beautiful old trees, an ancient stone wall and a meadow of wildflowers and grasses. The original 100-acre farm, Mayo Duck Farm, stretched all the way to the shores of Nauset Beach and was an integral part of the Orleans Community for many years. There are 9 rooms in all, with 3+ bedrooms and two full baths and over 2100 square feet of living space. High ceilings and spacious use of glass create bright, sunlit rooms. Lovely architectural details throughout the house, including dentil moulding, built-in cabinets, a large pantry, wood floors and curved ceilings. Good mechanicals, recent roof and gutters and new 5-bedroom septic. Full basement with interior access. Oil heat and town water. Just .3 mile from world-famous Nauset Beach. First time, ever, on the market. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
178 Beach Rd, Orleans, MA 02653 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,128 sqft single-family home built in 1850. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.

Home Details for 178 Beach Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 9
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Wood
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1850Year Updated: 1972
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.81 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 2, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,350,000
Feb 3, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$1,350,000
Jan 6, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PendingToActive
$1,350,000
Nov 20, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$1,350,000
Oct 30, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$1,350,000
Price increased by 36%

Market trends in Orleans

Last updated August 2026
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What Locals Say about Orleans

At least 30 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say parking is easy

  • 93 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 88 % Say there's wildlife

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 84 % Say it's quiet

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 65 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say there are community events

  • 43 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 37 % Say kids play outside

  • 32 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 27 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 22 % Say there are sidewalks

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Deanna Johnson
    "None People are very unfriendly and selfish. Very little kindness shown in this town. Speaking is not enforced in Orleans. Many people have been hit on bicycles including myself. This town is more business oriented than people oriented. Overall very unfriendly compared to nearby towns"
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  • Gladda07
    "Not too bad, there are good traffic days and there are not so good days.It all depends on the season.Fall/Winter its not bad. Spring /Summer time its a nightmare. Lots of out of towners come visit so it is a bit congested. "
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  • Maria L.
    "Very dog-friendly! And what dogs don't love the Cape? Water, beaches, squirrels & bunnies to chase...It's dog heaven!"
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  • Jessicalennox
    "A lot of residents are not here year round. People are genuine and friendly but in the off season there aren’t as many"
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  • Ib4alljm
    "You must have access to personal transportation if you want to go farther than a mile or two in your day to day life. However this is a lovely area if you want to walk to the post office or to Friends Marketplace, or just across the street to the bank or Corner Store Burrito bar."
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  • Robert C.
    "We have a very active Nauset Heights Association, with both an annual meeting and a business meeting, a summer sand sculpture event, a tennis tournament and a golf tournament. There is also our annual lawn party, at which most of the 200 members Appear. Finally, we do a community cleanup both once in the spring and once in the fall."
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  • Robert C.
    "We have owned here 27 years, and lived here full-time for the past 10 years. The neighborhood is unique because it is low density, has homes of character, is quiet and for most of us is a five minute walk to the Atlantic Ocean. And most of us see it from our windows, and hear it almost always. Is that good or what?"
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  • Ryan
    "There are a lot of elderly and also expensive summer homes, so you have a TON of tax revenue going to the schools, but not too many students..."
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  • Judy B.
    "Police Block party, concerts, shopping,ice skating rink, Nauset Beach, Baseball games, Christmas Stroll, Halloween walk"
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  • nauset
    "This is beach town with a ton of elderly so you have a HUGE tax base with a lot of money going to schools with very few kids. The schools are terrific as a result. Plus, kids can play outside, and out “back yard” is Cape Cod National Seashore. Not bad. Don’t tell anyone!! "
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  • nauset
    "Neighborhood with year round residents in a beach town with a lot of seasonal people. Plus, we’re basically in a National Park. There are little stores and food available in East Orleans. ~3 miles to Nauset Beach. Year round on Cape Cod has turned out better than we could have hoped for. "
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  • Shelly E.
    "It has both ocean cost line and bay coastline. The schools are amazing. Access to the off road beach area for residence only. "
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  • Madison S.
    "You should put things like 'ocean views', beach access, deeded rights, when figuring values. Stated values never seem to reflect such precious commodities, which are such a plus in these areas, in fact, one of the whole reasons people live here. "
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  • Brianhopkins a.
    "short walk to for coffee/grocery/dinning bike to bay or on trail"
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Frequently asked questions about 178 Beach Rd

  • Is Orleans a buyer's or seller's market?
    Orleans is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Orleans?
    Residents describe Orleans, MA as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Orleans, MA.
  • What are the closest schools to 178 Beach Rd?
    The closest schools to 178 Beach Rd in Orleans, MA are Nauset Regional High School (rated 6/10), Nauset Regional Middle School (rated 6/10), Orleans Elementary School (rated 8/10).
  • Does 178 Beach Rd have a pool?
    Yes, 178 Beach Rd in Orleans, MA has a pool.
  • How big is the lot at 178 Beach Rd?
    The lot at 178 Beach Rd in Orleans, MA is about 2.8 acres.
  • Does 178 Beach Rd have a garage?
    Yes, 178 Beach Rd in Orleans, MA has a garage.

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