bungalow 58 has been totally renovated with exceptional attention to detail. This is a 2 bedroom 2.5 bath, 1,844 square foot home with a large family room and full bath on the lower level.
The stunning pool environment has a stone surround, natural rock walls, beautifully designed garden areas and a charming 160 square foot pool cabana.
The kitchen has double Dacor wall ovens, a five burner gas cooktop, a built in Silhouette wine cooler, and Bianca Carrera marble counters. There is a separate dining area and a large living room with a fireplace.
The master bedroom and the guest bedroom/den have sliders to the pool area. There is dyed oak hardwood throughout the main floor and and aged white oak hardwood in the family room.
bungalow 58 is located in the near West End , just a few minute walk from Commercial Street restaurants shopping and beaches. Give us a call and we will get you a full marketing package. bungalow 58 is being offered at $1.089M.
These two recent Truro sales represent an interesting and diverse segment of the Truro single family home market. New houses, one brand new and one built in 2002 illustrate the quality of homes available and the great value available in Truro . 6 Cooper sold at $446 per square foot while 56 Castle Road sold at $257 per square foot. I know that most buyers, sellers and agents on the Cape don’t often use per square foot price as an important indication of value, but I just cant stop myself from using as it was embedded in my city training.
6 Cooper Terrace $915K
6 Cooper Terracea 3 bedroom 2 bath 2,048 sf house sold for $915K on February 25 . (from MLS) Enjoy privacy and views of Cape Cod Bay and the Hopper house from this outstanding, architect designed contemporary built in 2002. The great room with soaring windows, including living and dining areas with an open kitchen, is on the first floor. The first bedroom and bath are also on the first floor while the second bedroom and bath, as well as a sleeping loft overlooking the great room, are on the second floor. There is a screen porch and patio off the first floor, and a deck looking out to the bay off the second floor. There is also a large outdoor shower. This home has a four-bedroom septic and sits on 1.42 acres, ample acreage for a guest cottage and/or additional bedrooms in the house.
56 Castle Road $722,500
56 Castle Road a 4/3, 2,808 sf house sold for $722,500 on March 1. (from MLS) Spacious brand new contemporary in a terrific Castle Rd., location. This brand new home is well sited to afford nice privacy with lovely natural views and vistas of the marsh. Open airy feel to the main living level with vaulted ceiling and over sized sky lights.In addition there is a master bedroom with bath and an added guest room. Full social bath.Lower level has 2 additional bedrooms,huge family room with sliders for extra light and 1-1/2 baths.All living areas and bedrooms are generously sized. There is a very large wrap around deck for outside living. Great home for large families, friends and parties. Super rental potential!
One of our favorite properties that represents all that Provincetown has to offer. It is an authentic Cape Antique, with gardens, 3 bedrooms, privacy, charm, a separate cottage and the best location in the west end.
This single family home with an adorable separate cottage is one of those Provincetown properties that people just fall in love with. If you are seeking a sense of place just the approach to this house nestled on a private lane takes one back to another time. It is sited on the corner of Tremont Street and Atwood Street, the most charming lane in the West End and is surrounded by wonderful perennial flower and vegetable gardens. This is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a private detached cottage of 1 bed and 1 bath.
The The main floor of the house consists of a living room, two bedrooms, and a full bath, and is surrounded by a lovely fenced in yard with flower and vegetable gardens.
The second level has a kitchen, a family room, a separate dining room, a bedroom and a full bath. A full wall of sliders opens to a large deck with hot tub. A newly carpeted third bedroom completes this level. The kitchen has new appliances, and the entire house has new yellow pine hardwood floors.
There is a large roof deck with views to the harbor, Long Point, the monument and Truro beyond. The decking and garden areas are charming and comfortable. The large deck off the kitchen and family room is big enough for a dining table and also holds the built in hot tub. There is a private brick patio around the cottage.
The adorable stand-alone cottage has a new kitchen, new carpeting and a sleeping loft, and is perfect for guests or as an artist’s studio. It is as comfortable as it is efficient.
December is a month of contrasts here in Provincetown. On one hand the streets are uncrowded, morning walks with the pooch can be totally solitary, yet evenings out for dinner at The Mews or Jimmy’s can be packed and boisterous.
The stores and homes are decorated for the holidays, including our sweet Beachfront Realty office done up for the Holidays with garland, lights, wreathes and ribbon. Next door The Adam Peck gallery is decorated to look like a ginger bread house. (Pictures to come)
Other contrasts are of the physical type. Take a look at these pictures of Commercial Street taken Friday….watching weekday strollers and locals walking downtown during the reconstruction of Commercial Street is like looking going back to the 1800″s. Not a motor vehicle in sight. The reconstruction of Commercial Street has become quite a fall/winter event. The street has been dug up, a thick layer of heavy gravel has been put down, and a temporary layer of asphalt over that…all to be finished this spring.
Then you drive out to Province Landing and you see this vision of modernity…This home is rising from the sand on Lot #2 at the development. (More on this in a future post)
….and of course the beauty that is the Moors on a gorgeous late fall day.
There is a lot of building activity this fall in town, not only home renovations all over town but great substantial developments. In the next few weeks I will review my favorite new developments in different neighborhoods. Starting in the near West End there are three great projects done or nearing completion. We have shown many of these condos to our buyers and they are all unique in their own way and offer terrific options and amenities. My repeated caveat that much of the descriptive copy is direct from MLS.
4 Race Road is one of my favorites as the floor plans are unique and the finishes are very nice. Unit #3 the first floor 2 bedroom unit rambles along with a separate living room, a great dining room/kitchen and then down a lovely gallery hallway are two bedrooms with their own full baths. 4 Race Road #3, $659K, 2bed/3bath, 1,170 square feet. This first floor unit is the perfect mix of historic detail and modern conveniences. Enter through the double front doors into the light-filled living room w/hardwood floors and oversized 2/2 windows. Seperate kitchen/dining with white cabinetry, top-of-the-line stainless appliances and granite counters. 1/2 bath. Two good-sized bedrooms, each with their own en-suite bath w/custom tiles. 2 car parking on Carnes Lane. Exclusive use yard area in front and along east side of house.
The PH is just wonderful. One of the most unique condo offerings in town with it’s multiple decks and amazing light. 4 Race Road #4 1 bed/3 baths, 1,080 square feet, $649K, is nearing completion. Located on top two floors of 4 Race Road, the first floor of the unit has a living room, eat-in kitchen, 1.5 baths and a glorious sun room that opens onto a south-facing deck. Upstairs is a large bedroom with private deck, and an en-suite bath containing a separate tub & shower and double sinks. A very special unit with of 1080 s.f. plus 300+ s.f. of decks. Exclusive use yard space and two car tandem parking on west side of building.
64 Franklin Street #F. 3 bed/2 bath, 1,080 square feet, $654,900. This is a completely renovated three bedroom penthouse in Provincetown’s west end. Nearing completion this unit with vaulted ceiling, skylight, open kitchen, dining and living area offers great light and air. The kitchen offer lots of work space, stained cabinets, solid surface counters, stainless appliances and island for added dining. The master bedroom has its own bath with tiled shower for two. There are two guestrooms which share the second bath also with tiled shower. A large exclusive use deck off the living room is great for outdoor entertaining. Additional features include: air conditioning, gas fireplace, crown molding, cottage style 5-panel interior doors, oak floors, separate in-unit laundry room, basement storage, and parking for 2 cars. One year warranty included.
64 Franklin #E, $639K, 3 bed/2 bath, 1,080 square feet. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath unit open kitchen, dining and living area offers great entertaining space. The spacious kitchen has lots of work space, stained cabinets, solid surface counters, stainless appliances and island for added dining. The master bedroom has its own bath with tiled shower for two. There are two guestrooms which share the second bath also with tiled shower. Plenty of options for outdoor use with exclusive mahogany decked porch, side bricked patio and large yard. Additional features include: air conditioning, gas fireplace, crown molding, cottage style 5-panel interior doors, oak floors, separate in-unit laundry room, basement storage, and parking for 2 cars. 1 year warranty included. #D is available too 2/2 $639K, 830 sf
50 Pleasant Street #1, 3 bed/4 bath, 1,600 square fee. $829K. Brand new construction in the West End! Own one of only two units on a beautifully wooded lot. Three bedrooms, three and a half baths, townhome style living with a full finished basement. Oak flooring, granite counters, stainless appliances, gas fireplace, central air, exclusive use outside space. The unit is accompanied by a separate garage space and artist studio above. Completion date approximately late October
50 Pleasant St #2, $810K, 2 bed/4 bath, 1,276 square feeet. Own one of only two units on a beautifully wooded lot. Two bedrooms, three and a half baths, townhome style living with a full finished basement. Oak flooring, granite counters, stainless appliances, gas fireplace, central air, exclusive use outside space. The unit is accompanied by a separate garage space and artist studio above. Completion date approximately late October
Illustrating the continuing strength of the market both of these condos at 50 Pleasant are under contract.
Next week I will focus on developments farther into the West End out towards the beach.
There are some great 3 bedroom condos on the market in Provincetown. They are big, have lots of room for family and friends, are in great locations, and are super investment opportunities. These can rent for anywhere from $3000 to $6000 a week in season. There can even be a positive cap rate investment argument made for a few of these. Where else but in Provincetown can you find that?
There are 17- 3 bedroom condos available for sale with an average asking price of $759K, and an average size of 1,436 square feet. I have highlighted my favorites below including the best value on the west end and east end, the best new construction value, and the best waterfront value.
My ever present caveat remains… I have lifted descriptive copy from the MLS and am not responsible for spelling or grammatical shortcomings..but do enjoy.
15 Cottage Street #9
Best West End Value. 15 Cottage Street #9, 3/2, 1,710 sf, $599K. Prime West End location combining incredible resort-like living, great entertainment space and exceptional rental income. This is a 3 bedroom/2 full bath residence. The Master bedroom has a large patio overlooking the landscaped gardens, a comfy sitting area and a luxurious master bath. The 2nd bedroom looks onto the gardens through a bay window. The 3rd bedroom overlooks the pool and has a large hollywood bath. Entertainment size eat-in chefs kitchen with gas cooking, Bosh D/W, wine cooler granite countertops and a large breakfast bar. Large separate DR easily seats 10. Large LR with game area and frplc overlooks in-ground heated swimming pool. Spacious and luxurious, with every indoor/outdoor activity at your doorstep.
480 Commercial St # 2
Best East End Value. 480 Commercial St #2. $655K, 3/2, 1,225 sf. This meticulously maintained top floor condominium offers water views and deeded beach rights. Just steps from the Gallery District, this recently renovated home features three generous sized bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and open concept living. This antique home gives you close proximity to downtown but the quiet allure of the East End. There is exclusive use deck as well as a common porch overlooking lush, manicured gardens. There is parking for two cars plus guest parking. Water views, deeded beach rights, three bedrooms, 1,225 square feet of living space and $30k plus in rental income – what’s not to love
577 Commercial St #3E
Best Waterfront Value. 577 Commercial Street #3E. 3/2 1,200 square feet, $739K. Best Provincetown 3 BR waterfront value – just over $600/sq.ft.! Live right on the beach in this relaxed, casual/ modern 1200 sf East End duplex condominium on the top 2 floors of a historic building. Enjoy views of PT, Long Point Lighthouse, Pilgrim Monument & Truro. First level: Living/Dining/Kitchen combination, private deck w/ outdoor dining. Fully equipped Kitchen, DW, 2 private BR’s with double captain bed ea. , 1 full bath with tub/shower off LR. Upper level: Open loft MBR suite(semi-open to LR below) with vaulted ceilings, ceiling fans Skylights, king bed, full bath with stall shower, sitting ‘hang out’ area and private deck.
21 Bradford St Ext #16
Most Luxurious new construction. . 21 Bradford Street Ext #16, 3/4, 2,160 sf, $1.399M.Introducing the brand new, top of the line, model unit for Phase II of Herring Cove Village, the West End’s most luxurious condominium, boasting countless amenities.These spacious free standing homes are built with entertaining in mind. The oversized chef’s kitchen is the hub of the floorplan,& features custom cabinetry, Thermador appliances, large custom center island, a contemporary gas fireplace, and conversation area. Bluestone patio & large exclusive yard. There are beautiful dark stained maple floors and 9 foot+ ceilings. The master suite has a walk in closet and a double sided fireplace between the bedroom and large marble bath. The other 2 BR have ensuite baths. Enjoy water views from the roof deck
There are many other 3 bedroom condos available and 51- 3 bedroom (or more) single family homes available which I will review in a future post.
The $1M and above market in Provincetown has been relatively active this season. The above $1M price range is from $1M to a high of $4.75M. Of the 136 properties (single family, Multi-family and condos) that have sold YTD in 2012, 8 have sold above $1M, and they were all single family properties. These 8 property sales equals 5% of total unit sales year to date.
There are 218 properties (singles, multis, and condos) for sale in Provincetown of which 55 are priced above $1M, which represents 25% of the total.
5% of sales, 25% of the available properties for sale… it is crowded! For buyers in this price range there are plenty of properties to look at for price and amenity comparison. Currently there are 5 properties under contract with asking prices above $1M. I will profile these once they close.
Below are descriptions of the properties that have sold over $1M year to date. Once again a caveat. I took the descriptions straight from MLS, so errors in syntax and grammar are out of my hands.
67 Bayberry Ave SOLD $1.05M
67 Bayberry Ave, a contemporary home, impeccably maintained, this home is bright and airy, white washed in a soft colors, and is ideal for entertaining with an open plan along with 3 bedrooms. Enter through glass doors to a spacious living room with fireplace, a kitchen & separate dining room that comfortably seats 10. The living room has two sets of atrium doors leading to a covered deck and large terrace. The kitchen has custom cabinetry, and limestone counter tops. There is a guest room with deck on this level with full bath. Next level has an open den, and mb suite with separate bedroom and sitting room with fireplace, bath and deck. The 3rd bedroom is on this level with another bath. Up one more level is an intimate sun room with 3 decks.
510 Commercial St SOLD $1.05M
510 Commercial Street is a lovely single family home with water views. The 1st floor has a spacious living room with fireplace, generously sized dining room, recently renovated kitchen, laundry area and full bath. There is also an adjoining one bedroom, one bath apartment with exclusive outdoor space, perfect for guests. Upstairs there are two master bedrooms with ensuite baths, one of which has direct water views. A second guest room with water views and full bath complete this level. The home is well set back from Commercial St allowing for a spacious front yard and privately situated side yard with patio. Driveway parking for 3 cars in tandem.
3 Atlantic Ave SOLD $1.065M
3 Atlantic Ave. Very few people have enjoyed the pleasure of owning this West End historic home. One of Provincetown’s oldest homes, dating back to the 1700’s, this A+ quality recent restoration makes this pristine home an exceptionally rare opportunity. The original architectural details have been painstakingly preserved side-by-side with the highest quality contemporary fixtures, appliances, systems, windows, doors, and more. The value is further magnified by both the central location-steps from the beach-and the generous enclosed yard space for parking, entertaining and gardening. The current owners have taken extreme care to bring this three-quarter Cape style home into the 21st century with a great deal of love and attention.
19 Berry Lane SOLD $1.093
19 Berry Lane. Steps from the Beach and Views from Every Room! Here is Your Opportunity to Own a Custom Built Provincetown Home in the Quiet East End. From the Moment you enter the Foyer you will feel a sense of peace and serenity. The Living Room has Custom Stained Glass Windows from an old N.H. Church (easily removed, decorative only), hardwood floors and balcony access. The 2 Story Family Room offers a solid wall of windows, designed to maximize the expansive views,Brick fireplace with Bluestone Hearth and accent wall. Watch the Harbor lights from the Dining Room. Entertaining is a breeze in this Spacious, light filled Kitchen! Upstairs you’ll find the Owner’s Suite with Spa Quality Bathroom and the Guest Wing with 2 Bedrooms with views. Full Daylight BSMT also w/ views, 2 car garage.
9 W Vine St SOLD $1.2M
9 West Vine Street. Completely renovated 5 bedroom 4 bath home located in the heart of the West End. There is a spacious living room, dining area and kitchen on the first floor which opens to a blue stone patio and fenced in yard. The kitchen features a large center island, granite countertops, a farm sink & marble backsplash. There is a master bedroom suite with a private tiled bath and separate entrance, a second bedroom and tiled bath on the first floor. The second floor features a second living or family room with gas fireplace, in addition to an office, three more bedrooms. Stained pine & fir flooring in all living areas, Laundry room, ample closet space, an unfinished attic, outdoor shower, & 2 car parking.
525 Commercial St SOLD $1.25M
525 Commercial Street. Funky East End bay front home with multiple personalities. The original structure appears to be a marine related or mercantile structure dating from pre-1800 and is now known as the Not So Great Room with soaring 2 story ceiling and original folk art found object installation by Jackson Lambert. A 20th century addition is a large sunken living room with brick fireplace, wood floors and bay windows facing Commercial St and the bay. The most recent custodians of this gem added a contemporary solarium and deck on the bay and updated the kitchen and second floor bath a few years ago. Estate sale. Offers are subject to estate obtaining a license to sell from probate court. Town sewer outstanding betterment of only $2,295.41, to follow deed
107 Commercial St SOLD $1.6M
107 Commercial Street. There are only 15 single family waterfront homes in the west end – not since 2004 has one come to the market below $2M. Don’t miss this opportunity to purchase the perfect beach house in the perfect location that usually exists in dreams. This charming 3-BD, 2-BA waterfront home enjoys great privacy and spectacular views. 1st floor has an open floor plan, exposed beams, wood-burning stove and fireplace (not in working order), with sliders leading to front and side yards and large waterfront deck with steps to the beach. Also on this level are a full bath and laundry. The 2nd level has 2 waterfront bedrooms with sliders to a common deck with ladder to rooftop deck. There is also a 3rd BD and BA on this level. 3-car parking, Sewer Connection.
6 Winston Ave SOLD $1.8M
6 Winston Ave. Spectacular Waterfront Home with breathtaking views of Cape Cod Bay from almost every room. Talk about inspiration and beauty! There are 4 bedrooms in this magnificent home with the master on the second floor, gas fireplace, dazzling views of the water, a large elegant master bath, and a door leading to your private deck overlooking the water. Another bedroom shares those same views and deck, along with a full bathroom that separates the second and third bedrooms upstairs. First floor is full of light with a virtual wall of sliders that open to an expansive deck for your sunny enjoyment and relaxation. A large stunning kitchen with Granite counter tops, a first floor bedroom or office and a new artist studio with more gorgeous views of the water. Offered at $2,350,000.
This is an interesting blend of East End, West End, and downtown properties. My favorites are 3 Atlantic as it is in the near east end on Atlantic and Commercial and just smack in the middle of things on one of the most special streets in town. 107 Commercial is a favorite as it is one of those special properties right around the bend from the Coast Guard Station in the west end that is the epitome of casual downtown beachfront living… everyone who walks by it says…”I wish I owned that house.”
*Data is for single families, multi families and condos only sold from 1/1/12 to 8/31/12. There are some additional properties for sale in Provincetown like hotel/motels, and commercial properties which I do not generally include in my analysis of residential sales. All data from Cape Cod and Islands MLS.
August in Provincetown….what a month of gorgeous weather… tons of fun, and great real estate activity. You have read posts of mine speaking to the positive energy around real estate in Provincetown. It continues!
Ten condos sold in August with an average selling price of $423K and averaging 792 square feet. Some of these condos are highlighted below. One caveat… these descriptions come directly from Cape Cod MLS… so if there are typos or issues with content or syntax , please don’t blame me.
There are currently 130 condominiums on the market with an average asking price of $481K.
163 Bradford St #3, sold, $220K, 1/2, 506 sf.
163 Bradford Street sold for $220K, and is in the near East End of Provincetown. This bright, updated and spacious first floor condominium offers a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a second full guest bathroom. Comes with a deeded tandem parking space. Custom built- ins and electric fireplace.
57 Pleasant St #1, sold, $379K, 2/2, 586 sf.
57 Pleasant Street sold for $379K, and is in the neighborhood that we live in…and it is… a charming West End location, beautiful and spacious grounds and in a neighborhood of newly constructed properties. There is a large and lush fenced, exclusive backyard and patio area, as well as a good sized exclusive flagstone patio in front. There are two bedrooms, one with a sliding door that leads onto a small deck and the back lawn. The sunny living room has a gas fireplace and the galley kitchen is fully applianced with a gas stove, dishwasher and stacked washer/dryer and a door that leads out to the back. There are oak floors throughout .
11 Conant St #3, sold, $400K, 2/1, 635 sf.
11 Conant is in the near West End on a quiet side street and sold for $400K. a 2-bedroom, 1-bath penthouse is in meticulous condition with granite counter tops and kitchen island, stainless steel appliances and tiled bath and shower with glass block. Lots of charm in this renovated unit blending the old and the new with bead board walls and hand painted floors. Close to the gym and the Boatslip on a popular side street. 2-Car tandem parking, air conditioning, washer/dryer, exclusive patio plus lovely spacious common area to the side of the house.
5 Cottage St. sold $479K, 1/2, 880sf
5 Cottage is in the West End and sold for $479K. This very large one bedroom home is in a picture perfect West End location with views of Cape Cod Bay from the deck and living area! The home is completely renovated with every modern convenience and beautiful pine floors throughout. The kitchen features stainless appliances, granite counter-tops and opens to a large dining area and living room with wood stove, skylights and cathedral ceiling. There is direct access through sliders to the exclusive use mahogany deck, private yard with views of the harbor and an outdoor shower! The large bedroom has wall air conditioning, a private entrance and a tiled master bath with an over-sized shower and laundry. This turnkey home is a perfect second home and has a very strong rental history!
19 Creek Rd, #A, sold, $595K, 2/2, 1,175 sf.
19 Creek Road is in the West End close to Victors restaurant and sold for $595K. This tri-level condo has two master bedroom en-suites, with additional half bath. This three unit association is currently being constructed with all the newest hurricane-force code requirements, and a fire sprinkler system. Painted clapboard and stained shingles, Anderson true-divided light windows, old brick patios and sidewalks, mahogany decks and a fully landscaped site will create an inviting exterior for each townhouse (+/- 1,174 sq.ft.). Careful attention has also been provided to the interior custom finishes and features, including oak floors, tile/stone bathrooms, crown moulding, 5-panel doors and choice kitchen cabinets and appliances and bathroom fixtures.
Six single family properties closed in August with an average sale price of $992K and of an average size of 1,562 square feet. Some of them are highlighted below. Currently there are 69 single family properties on the market with an average asking price of $1.501M.
6 Duncan Lane sold $759K
6 Duncan Lane is down a sweet gravel lane in the East End of town and sold for $795K. This gorgeous single family home provides tranquil & private refuge, yet less than a mile to the center of town, & a little over 1 block to the beach. Built in 2009 this light-filled home features expansive sunny open plan living, with hard wood floors, gas stove & a stunning wood panel ceiling. The kitchen has recycled quartz counter tops & stainless appliances. A sliding door onto a large deck with outside shower. Den/guest bedroom & full bathroom, with subway tiled tub/shower, granite-topped vanity. The 2nd floor has cathedral ceilings, and is used as an office includes a master suite with a large en suite bathroom.
9 Arch St sold $800K
9 Arch Street is in the near East End between Bradford and Commercial near the library and sold for $800K. Renovated home located on a quiet, narrow street, 1/2 block to Commercial st. Enter the home through a secluded garden into open mud room . The first floor open plan has a spacious kitchen with center island and breakfast bar, and custom cabinetry. The dining area leads to a spacious living room with fireplace with imported tile surround. Ceilings are open beamed with original wood. Full bath with marble flooring and shower room with imported glass tile. The second floor has the 3 bedrooms with lots of light and peaks of the bay! The master has built-in cabinetry. The third bedroom serves as an office.
9 W. Vine St sold $1.2M
9 West Vine is between tremont St and Commercial in the near West End of town and sold for $1.2M. Completely renovated 5 bedroom 4 bath home located in the heart of the West End. There is a spacious living room, dining area and kitchen on the first floor which opens to a blue stone patio and fenced in yard. The kitchen features a large center island, Jenn-Air stainless appliances, granite counter-tops, a farm sink & marble back-splash. There is a master bedroom suite with a private tiled bath and separate entrance, as well as, a second bedroom and tiled bath on the first floor. The second floor features a second living or family room with gas fireplace, in addition to an office, three more bedrooms.
525 Commercial St sold $1.25M
525 Commercial Street sold for $1.25M and was marketed and sold by our office. It is a Funky East End bay front home with multiple personalities. The original structure appears to be a marine related or mercantile structure dating from pre 1800 and is now known as the Not So Great Room with soaring 2 story ceiling and original folk art found object installation by Jackson Lambert. A 20th century addition is a large sunken living room with brick fireplace, wood floors and bay windows facing Commercial St and the bay. The most recent custodians of this gem added a contemporary solarium and deck on the bay and updated the kitchen and second floor bath a few years ago.
107 Commercial St sold $1.6M
107 Commercial Street sold for $1.6M. There are only 15 single family waterfront homes in the west end – not since 2004 has one come to the market below $2M. The perfect beach house in the perfect location that usually exists in dreams. This charming 3-BD, 2-BA waterfront home enjoys great privacy and spectacular views. 1st floor has an open floor plan, exposed beams, wood-burning stove and fireplace (not in working order), with sliders leading to front and side yards and large waterfront deck with steps to the beach. Also on this level are a full bath and laundry. The 2nd level has 2 waterfront bedrooms with sliders to a common deck with ladder to rooftop deck. There is also a 3rd BD and BA on this level.
The properties illustrated above are all interesting in their own right. As a whole they illustrate the wide and attractive diversity of property for sale in town. My next property post will be a review of $1M properties sold and available for sale in town.
Marie Yolen-Cohen so gets our fabulous little fishing village with her incredible book Stay On Route 6, and in her travel post on Huffington Post the other day. See excerpts below.
I love Provincetown. The dunes, the artists, the gayness, the glitter eyeshadow on men. It is a party town, as edge of the world towns usually are, and, as such, swarms with tourists out for a good time. It is like New Orleans during Mardi Gras, but with fewer beads, more high heels and more men in those high heels. It is also the very start — or end, depending on which direction you head — of U.S. Route 6.
Bishop, CA is just 3205 miles away.
As I mention in my book Stay On Route 6, Provincetown is where the Mayflower Pilgrims landed first, before decamping to the more protected Plymouth. And yes, there’s a great obelisk monument to climb — The Pilgrim Monument — considered to be the tallest all granite structure in the world.
Rob Costa of Art’s Dune Tours has been driving visitors around the Provincetown, MA sand dunes for 30 years, since he was a mere 18 years old. His Dad, Art, launched the company in 1956, and though there were imitators over the years, Art’s remains the sole surviving Dune Tour operator on Cape Cod. Among the eminent guests that Art escorted around were Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway who were in Provincetown filming the Thomas Crowne Affair. Rob continues that folksy tradition. He’s got an encyclopedic knowledge of Provincetown and its sandy habitat, informing us that “The Cape Cod National Seashore, a National Park established by President John F. Kennedy, takes up nearly 75 percent of the whole of Cape Cod” and that “Marlon Brando crawled across these dunes when he was rehearsing for A Streetcar Named Desire.”
He points out the tenacious plants that cling to life in this sandy environment, rosehips, beach plums and cranberries that thrive in fresh-water pools found throughout the dunes. Poets, painters and writers (Eugene O’Neil, Thoreau, Jackson Pollock, for example) stayed in squatters shacks originally built in the 1850’s as temporary shelters for heroic “Surfmen” who patrolled the beach, ever ready to rescue shipwreck victims. A bit over 100 years later, the U.S. Government removed all but 19 of these primitive dwellings — and now a few are available to Artists In Residence willing to live without electricity, fresh water or plumbing (but with one of the best vistas on the planet) for a few weeks at a time.
For a change of pace, watch six-pack abs and Katie Perry Drag Queens vie for your attention at one of the shows that puts Provincetown on the map. Though Crown and Anchor is more famous, hit up the Post Office Cabaret for the ICONS show. You’ve never seen prettier or more hunky boys gyrating and lip-syncing to the tunes of Lady Gaga, Madonna, Donna Summer, the dearly departed Whitney, (I’m not sure who will replace her. Possibly the “not a real Rapper”, Nicki Minaj?) and others.
Grab a VIP ticket to sit in the front row and you get their sweat for free.
There are some gorgeous homes for sale in Provincetown and this architectural masterpiece on the beach in the East End of Provincetown is one of there best!
This magnificent home is being marketed for $2.99M. It has almost 3000 square feet of fabulous living space and another 1700 square feet of additional living space in outdoor decks. It sits on an acre of land with an accreting (growing) beach.
A masterpiece of architectural design, this award winning 4-bedroom, 4-bath home with 150′ waterfront frontage is one of Provincetown’s most distinctive homes and is extremely private. Designed by award winning architect, Michael Winstanley Architects, the house has been awarded a prestigious national Design Award. The house has also been published many times.
This home offers breathtaking views, blending seamlessly with the natural environment on 3/4 acre with an accreting beach. The 3,000 sf house also boasts 1,700 sf of additional living space in outdoor decks.
The living areas on the first floor include stunning 180 degree views of the harbor and sweeping views of Provincetown. An all glass living room and gas fireplace define Casual elegance.
Each of the four master bedroom suites presents a unique definition of customized tile showers and bath. An expansive outdoor cabana room with stone gas fireplace provides a perfect place for outdoor entertaining.
An elevated lit boardwalk provides access and privacy to the beach with views of Provincetown, Truro Long Point and beyond.
This photograph of the boardwalk evokes the feeling you get from this incredible home. Open, almost endless space, water, sun and sky and most importantly the ease and comfort of waterfront living.
A joy to experience and a joy to show!
In a future post I will compare this to a $3M luxury property that just sold in our other favorite neighborhood – Boston’s South End.
bungalow 58 has been totally renovated with exceptional attention to detail. This is a 2 bedroom 2.5 bath, 1,844 square foot home with a large family room and full bath on the lower level.
