56 Rip Van Winkle Way
Bourne, MA 02532
Buzzards Bay- 5 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,972 sqft (on 0.51 acres)
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,972 sqft
(on 0.51 acres)
Local Information
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Description
Waterfront getaway on Cohasset Narrows and Buttermilk Bay. This Mediterranean inspired villa is positioned on a private point to take in views from every room. Even the garage! Each view is unique. The waters in front are full of clams and quahogs. Outdoor cooking area for preparing fresh caught seafood, and a private outdoor shower. With 485 feet of water frontage, and a lush green yard this property is perfect for both entertaining and relaxing. Walking through the front garden with mature plantings, patios, and arches is like entering another world. Fully refreshed in 2012 this home is move in ready. The front door opens up to views of the water greeting you. The kitchen countertops and backsplash tastefully bring the outside in with hints of the red tile roof. The primary bedroom has 18 foot vaulted ceilings and access to the side patio. Overlooking the point the heated solarium has180 degree views of the water. With three bedrooms on the first floor the original house is perfect for first floor living. The addition has a formal living room with sunset views and a gas fireplace. Upstairs are two large bedrooms are private & comfortable with the beds looking out at the water.
Home Highlights
Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$656
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 56 Rip Van Winkle Way
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Interior Details Number of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 2972 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Laundry: Laundry Room, Ceiling Fan, First Floor |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Hot WaterNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Hot Water |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Wood BurningHas a Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Laminate |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood, Tile, Laminate |
View Has a View |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Asphalt TilePatio / Porch: Deck, PatioExterior: Outdoor Shower, GardenFoundation: Brick/MortarGardenNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: Garage Attached, Open |
Frontage WaterfrontWaterfront: BayRoad Frontage: PublicOn Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic TankWater Body: Buttermilk Bay |
Farm & Range Frontage Length: 205.00 |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 302Days on Market: 180+ |
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Year Built Year Built: 1939 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Other |
Building Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty |
Property Information Condition: Updated/Remodeled, ApproximateParcel Number: 19.3290 |
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Price List Price: $1,950,000Price Per Sqft: $656 |
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MLS Status: Active |
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Direction & Address City: Buzzards Bay |
School Information Elementary School District: BourneJr High / Middle School District: BourneHigh School District: Bourne |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 22502088 |
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Building Area Building Area: 2972 Square Feet |
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Community Features: Basic Cable, Snow Removal, Rubbish Removal, Road Maintenance, Marina, Deeded Beach Rights |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 0.51 acres |
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Special Conditions: None |
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Mls Number: 22502088Water ViewWater View: Bay/HarborShowing Advance Notice: 24Showing Requirements: Appointment Required, Call Listing Agent |
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Basic CableSnow RemovalRubbish RemovalRoad MaintenanceMarinaDeeded Beach Rights |
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listing courtesy of James Abdu, (508) 685-4747
Upper Cape Realty Corp.
Market trends in Bourne
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$574K
$25.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
Price per sq ft
$347
$0MoM
Available listings
154
12MoM
Price History for 56 Rip Van Winkle Way
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 04/13/2026 | $1,950,000 | PriceChange | CCIMLS #22502088 |
| 03/09/2026 | $2,199,000 | Listed For Sale | MLS PIN #73369737 |
| 02/07/2026 | $2,199,000 | ListingRemoved | CCIMLS #22502088 |
| 08/28/2025 | $2,199,000 | PriceChange | MLS PIN #73369737 |
| 06/02/2025 | $2,300,000 | PendingToActive | CCIMLS #22502088 |
| 05/12/2025 | $2,300,000 | Contingent | MLS PIN #73369737 |
| 05/12/2025 | $2,300,000 | Pending | CCIMLS #22502088 |
| 05/05/2025 | $2,300,000 | Listed For Sale | MLS PIN #73369737 |
| 12/08/1997 | $280,000 | Sold | N/A |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $9,560 |
| Assessment | $1,224,100 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 56 Rip Van Winkle Way
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.22 | Single-Family Home | $819,000 | 05/12/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,150 | |
0.31 | Single-Family Home | $1,075,000 | 09/08/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,740 | |
0.56 | Single-Family Home | $680,000 | 05/29/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,112 | |
0.45 | Single-Family Home | $535,000 | 12/05/25 | 4 | 1.5 | 2,096 | |
0.57 | Single-Family Home | $1,250,000 | 10/15/25 | 5 | 3 | 2,465 | |
0.67 | Single-Family Home | $715,000 | 07/31/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 3,284 | |
0.56 | Single-Family Home | $560,000 | 08/04/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,620 | |
0.56 | Single-Family Home | $1,400,000 | 06/12/26 | 4 | 3 | 2,459 | |
0.56 | Single-Family Home | $1,400,000 | 06/12/26 | 4 | 3 | 2,459 | |
0.64 | Single-Family Home | $779,000 | 12/30/25 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,504 |
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What Locals Say about Buzzards Bay
At least 33 Trulia users voted on each feature.
97 % Say it's dog friendly
88 % Say car is needed
84 % Say yards are well-kept
81 % Say parking is easy
79 % Say people would walk alone at night
77 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
76 % Say there's holiday spirit
69 % Say there's wildlife
64 % Say it's quiet
58 % Say neighbors are friendly
54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
49 % Say kids play outside
45 % Say streets are well-lit
26 % Say there are community events
22 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
15 % Say there are sidewalks
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James Abdu, Upper Cape Realty Corp.
Agent Phone: (508) 685-4747

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56 Rip Van Winkle Way, Bourne, MA 02532 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,972 sqft single-family home built in 1939. 56 Rip Van Winkle Way is located in Buzzards Bay, Bourne. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CCIMLS on May 6, 2025. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 22502088.

