$1,235,000
SOLD MAR 6, 2025

44 Forest Way Orleans, MA 02653

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,025 Sq Ft
1.51 Acres

Recently Sold

$610 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Deck
  • Orleans Elementary School Rated A-
  • 1.51 Acre Lot
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of March 2025

Charming Pond-Front in Orleans! Nestled on a serene, picturesque lot with tranquil pond views, this classic ranch-style home offers incredible potential for those looking to create their dream Cape Cod retreat. Located in the desirable town of Orleans, this property is just a short distance from a saltwater town landing to Pleasant Bay, making it ideal for boating enthusiasts and beach lovers alike. The home features a spacious, single-level layout with plenty of room for customization and upgrades & a full walkout basement. The open floor plan provides an excellent canvas. Large windows throughout allow natural light to flood the interior, enhancing the peaceful pond views and bringing the outdoors in. Outside, the generous lot and large deck offer endless possibilities for outdoor living and summer entertaining. Enjoy quiet mornings by the pond or explore the surrounding natural beauty. The proximity to Orleans' charming village, local shops, and dining options, as well as easy access to Chatham, Harwich & Brewster, makes this a highly sought-after location. Whether you're looking for a year-round home, vacation getaway, or investment opportunity, this is a rare find.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robin Thayer

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty License #9513944 Listed on: 01/21/2025

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathy Doyle

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty License #9041603

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,692

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • 1.51 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Lake Front
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Shingle Siding
  • Clapboard

Interior Spaces

  • 2,025 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Skylights
  • Bay Window
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Property Views

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 87800

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,692

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Has Basement: Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Full
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.51
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water Body Name: Uncle Israels Pond
  • Directions: Route 28 to Quanset Rd. Head down Quanset for 1 mile and Forest Way is on the right. Follow to #44 on the right.
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Window Features: Skylight(s), Bay/Bow Windows
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Bedroom 3, Closet
  • Dining Room Features: Dining Room
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Kitchen Description: Flooring: Wood,Stove(s): Gas
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Bedroom 2, Shared Full Bath, View, Closet
  • Master Bedroom Features: View, Closet
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen
  • Living Room Features: Built-in Features, Living Room, View
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Master Bathroom Features: Private Full Bath

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower, Garden
  • Lot Features: Conservation Area, Views, Cul-De-Sac
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront Features: Lake/Pond, Pond
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Clapboard, Shingle Siding
  • Foundation Details: Poured
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Property Condition: Actual
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: None
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Nauset

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 65776
  • Parcel #: 87800
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1977

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5692
  • Tax Book Number: 32086

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 11, 1995
Sold by
Anderson Ft and Anderson Elizabeth R
Bought by
Pott Gordon A and Pott Sylvia M
Current Estimated Value
$1,272,681

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
9.23%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 14, 1993
Sold by
Monks R Allen and Monks Mairead M
Bought by
Anderson Elizabeth R
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $325,000 --
Deed $325,000 --
Deed $329,000 --
Deed $329,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $25,000 No Value Available
Closed $275,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/06/2025 03/06/25 Sold $1,235,000 -1.2% $610 / Sq Ft
01/31/2025 01/31/25 Pending -- -- --
01/21/2025 01/21/25 For Sale $1,250,000 -- $617 / Sq Ft
Source: Cape Cod & Islands Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $5,884 $943,000 $424,500 $518,500
2024 $5,692 $888,000 $416,200 $471,800
2023 $5,216 $837,200 $385,400 $451,800
2022 $4,907 $681,500 $350,400 $331,100
2021 $4,951 $631,500 $355,000 $276,500
2020 $4,734 $626,200 $355,000 $271,200
2019 $4,521 $611,000 $345,200 $265,800
2018 $3,931 $592,900 $338,600 $254,300
2017 $3,557 $562,000 $314,400 $247,600
2016 $3,583 $554,600 $311,900 $242,700
2015 $3,499 $545,000 $305,700 $239,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Cape Cod & Islands Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 22500223

Cape Cod & Islands Association of REALTORS®

APN: ORLE-000870-000080