17 Indian Trail Barnstable, MA 02630
Barnstable Village NeighborhoodEstimated payment $132,055/month
Highlights
- Marina
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Views of a Sound
- Greenhouse
- Waterfront
About This Home
A secluded treasure nestled on a private island. In the 1950s, Paul Mellon, heir to the famous banking family that established the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., and his wife Bunny chose this setting for a summer retreat. They created a home of elegance, comfort and great beauty, where they entertained world leaders, movie stars and industrialists. Bunny shaped the gardens and landscape, creating an exquisite blend of native plantings and trees. The 7,300-square-foot main house is integrated into the land, with its eight bedrooms offering views of either the sea or the gardens. Natural pathways wind through the property, connecting the main house to cottages—including a former art studio converted into a private suite—and lead to a beach house, where the Mellons hosted President John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline. With over 500 feet of waterfront, a private dock, and access to a private island, now serving as a protected bird sanctuary, this is an island haven like no other.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $74,701
Year Built
- Built in 1954
Lot Details
- 7.43 Acre Lot
- Waterfront
- Stone Wall
- Landscaped Professionally
- Property is zoned RF-1
HOA Fees
- $375 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 6 Car Detached Garage
Property Views
- Views of a Sound
- River
- Scenic Vista
Interior Spaces
- 7,310 Sq Ft Home
- Wet Bar
- 4 Fireplaces
- Wood Flooring
- Home Security System
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 8 Bedrooms
- 9 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Tennis Courts
- Covered Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Greenhouse
- Outdoor Storage
Location
- Flood Zone Lot
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Power Generator
- Private Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2235297
Community Details
Overview
- Near Conservation Area
Recreation
- Marina
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Park
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,447 | $1,022,400 | $405,600 | $616,800 |
| 2024 | $8,612 | $983,100 | $405,600 | $577,500 |
| 2023 | $7,849 | $874,100 | $378,700 | $495,400 |
| 2022 | $7,531 | $674,800 | $266,300 | $408,500 |
| 2021 | $7,772 | $663,700 | $291,500 | $372,200 |
| 2020 | $7,816 | $637,500 | $305,000 | $332,500 |
| 2019 | $7,964 | $651,700 | $318,200 | $333,500 |
| 2018 | $7,684 | $610,800 | $321,000 | $289,800 |
| 2017 | $7,533 | $602,600 | $321,000 | $281,600 |
| 2016 | $7,430 | $602,600 | $321,000 | $281,600 |
| 2015 | -- | $649,700 | $307,900 | $341,800 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2025 10/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/10/2025 06/10/25 | For Sale | $23,850,000 | +22.3% | $3,263 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/31/2012 12/31/12 | Sold | $19,500,000 | -32.2% | $2,829 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/31/2012 12/31/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/01/2011 12/01/11 | For Sale | $28,740,000 | -- | $4,169 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $835,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $525,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $390,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $626,250 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73388659
APN: BARN-000335-000000-000019
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