70 Spring St
Tisbury, MA 02568
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,274 sqft (on 0.61 acres)
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,274 sqft
(on 0.61 acres)
Local Information
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Description
Storybook setting in the quaint seaside village of Vineyard Haven, the commanding Captain Gilbert L. Smith House, c. 1854, affords an enchanting opportunity for space and privacy within the highly sought after William Street Historic District and just two blocks to all the shops, restaurants, galleries, town beach, tennis, and ferry. The property also has potential for an additional buildable lot. For 35 years, home of Susan Branch, the illustrious self-taught artist and author of New York Times best-seller "Martha's Vineyard, Isle of Dreams," this quintessential Greek Revival gem with Neoclassical touches enjoys over 3,300 s.f. of living space on more than a half acre in town with wood floors throughout and day long, east to west sunlight. With period paneling, crown molding, and 9' ceilings, the floor plan includes front hall entry with lovely curved staircase, front parlor-studio, formal living room with fireplace and bay window, spacious dining room, second side entrance vestibule used as a dry bar, cozy wood paneled study/tv room, eat-in kitchen with wainscotting, east-facing side porch, laundry/storage room, and a half bath. With a convenient back staircase off the kitchen, the second floor includes additional spacious rooms: A large primary bedroom with fireplace and ensuite bath, sitting room, three additional bedrooms, one with bay window, plus two additional full baths. Wonderful two-story carriage house - barn, expansive lawn and yard, tea-house pergola for afternoon tea, cocktail social, and alfresco dining. Seller has plans for potential renovation of the barn to include a studio apartment - see Documents. Mature plantings including privet, flowering trees and bushes, perennials, historic Linden trees, and herb garden. Six bedroom approved Title 5 septic. A rare opportunity for those who appreciate the history and value of historic homes in a sailing port which as been described as "the sweetest little harbor on the east coast." *Extensive list of furnishings and household items available for purchase by separate bill of sale. This property and the owner's abutting Town Approved Building Lot comprised of 12,527 s.f on William Street is available for purchase together for $3,200,000.
Home Highlights
Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$703
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 70 Spring St
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Interior Details Basement: Large basement with original Granite stone foundation including brick, concrete floor, and Granite steps to the basement; door to basement is off the side porch.Number of Rooms: 11 |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 3274 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: CblAppliances: Stove: Propane, vintage O'Keefe & Merrit, Washer: Whirlpool |
Heating & Cooling Heating: OFHANo CoolingHas HeatingHeating Fuel: OFHA |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace: 2 |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Wood, wall to wall carpet in some rooms |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Wood, Wall To Wall Carpet In Some Rooms |
View Has a ViewView: None, Res |
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Exterior Home Features Other Structures: Two-story carriage house roughly 29' x 21', Tea House pergola, herb garden with picket fenceExterior: Garden, PorchFoundation: Granite, brick, stoneGarden |
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Off street |
Frontage Frontage Type: NoneNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Tank |
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Days on Market: 180+ |
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Year Built Year Built: 1854 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence |
Property Information Usage of Home: SBH 10479 |
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Price List Price: $2,300,000Price Per Sqft: $703 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Oct 11 2024 |
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MLS Status: A |
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Direction & Address City: Vineyard Haven |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 42020 |
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Building Area Building Area: 3274 Square Feet |
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Lot Area: 0.61 acres |
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Listing Agreement Type: E |
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BasementMls Number: 42020 |
Last check for updates: 42 minutes ago
Listing courtesy of June Flake c. 508.294.8098
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Price History for 70 Spring St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 06/30/2025 | $3,200,000 | PriceChange | LINK #42618 |
| 06/30/2025 | $2,300,000 | PriceChange | LINK #42020 |
| 11/09/2024 | $2,850,000 | PriceChange | LINK #42020 |
| 10/11/2024 | $3,800,000 | PriceChange | LINK #42618 |
| 07/28/2024 | $3,200,000 | Listed For Sale | LINK #42020 |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $12,390 |
| Assessment | $1,636,700 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 70 Spring St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.07 | Single-Family Home | $1,925,000 | 06/24/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,378 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $1,525,000 | 06/18/25 | 4 | 3 | 2,016 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $1,500,000 | 01/23/26 | 5 | 3.5 | 2,436 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $4,295,000 | 08/27/25 | 4 | 4.5 | 2,792 | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | $1,560,000 | 01/15/26 | 5 | 3.5 | 4,032 | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | $1,325,000 | 06/30/25 | 5 | 4 | 2,292 | |
0.45 | Single-Family Home | $1,935,000 | 05/06/26 | 3 | 3.5 | 2,453 | |
0.53 | Single-Family Home | $2,637,500 | 12/12/25 | 4 | 3 | 2,770 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | $1,800,000 | 10/15/25 | 3 | 3.5 | 1,913 | |
0.54 | Single-Family Home | $2,300,000 | 08/21/25 | 5 | 4.5 | 3,213 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 70 Spring St.
- Tisbury Elementary School
- PK-8
- Public
- 288 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageFantastic experience. A private school quality education with a public school price tag.Parent Review7y ago - Martha's Vineyard Regional High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 703 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageStandards for academic engagement are ON THE FLOOR at this school. The “c1” courses are equivalent to a special ed class in any other school, and an honors class to a typical c1 course. Very, very low expectations for C1 students, often no homework at all, or just one assignment per week, and very little in class work. Many teachers in the school are just blatantly bad at their jobs. The school is not able to address it due to a lack of new teachers, but also because they refuse to train teachers properly. I will admit, many teachers are incredible, but it is unacceptable that the academic standards are so incredibly low and how the administration allows teachers to get by without being able to teach the curriculum during the school year. Specifically, this school and the school system on the island in general is notorious for its awful math program. The school is now having to extend the math period for freshmen because of the amount of failing students (likely more changes to come). The administration has also consistently shown disregard for the opinions of students and families, particularly about the new phone policy. Many valid arguments were simply dismissed or never addressed or answered prior to the establishment of the policy. The administration is also very unaware of what is actually happening (particularly the former principal) in the student body, as a very, very small percentage of students are actually following the policy—the vast majority sticking to the old rule of just not having phones out in class, while the administration continually brags about how well the implementation of the policy has gone. Hopefully as the former principal is now gone some of these issues will be addressed, but it is important to note that there are many issues with this school.Student Review9mo ago 
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78 % Say kids play outside
77 % Say people would walk alone at night
75 % Say it's quiet
72 % Say it's dog friendly
72 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
71 % Say there's holiday spirit
70 % Say there's wildlife
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63 % Say there are sidewalks
61 % Say parking is easy
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44 % Say neighbors are friendly
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© 2026 LINK, All Rights Reserved. Data last updated: 2026-05-20 06:53:43 PDT. Some properties may no longer be for sale if they have gone under contract, have sold, or are no longer being offered for sale since the last update.
70 Spring St, Tisbury, MA 02568 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,274 sqft single-family home built in 1854. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by LINK on Jul 28, 2024. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 42020.