$2,300,000

56 Rip Van Winkle Way Bourne, MA 02532

Estimated payment $13,524/month

Total Views 140,607
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,972 Sq Ft
$774 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
  • Wood Flooring
  • Marina
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

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.

Listing Agent

James Abdu

Upper Cape Realty Corp. License #9537016 Listed on: 05/06/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,560

Year Built

  • Built in 1939 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.51 Acre Lot
  • Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Garden

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,972 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Cedar Closet
  • Linen Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Pool

  • Outdoor Shower

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 19.3290

Community Details

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Bike Trail
  • Snow Removal

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Door to Door Trash Pickup

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,560

Year Built

Built in 1939 | Remodeled

Lot Details

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Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.51
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Water Body Name: Buttermilk Bay
  • Directions: Route 6/28 to to Lincoln Ave to Rip Van Winkle Way
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Interior Amenities: Linen Closet
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Laminate
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), View
  • Dining Room Features: View, Dining Room, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Kitchen Description: Countertop(s): Granite,Flooring: Wood,Stove(s): Electric
  • Bedroom 2 Description: Flooring: Wood
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Bedroom 4, View, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Primary Bedroom Description: Fireplace(s): Wood Burning,Flooring: Wood
  • Bedroom 3 Description: Flooring: Wood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), View
  • Master Bedroom Features: View, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen, View, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Living Room Features: Living Room
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower, Garden
  • Lot Features: Bike Path, Major Highway, Conservation Area
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront Features: Bay
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Approximate
  • Roof: Asphalt, Tile

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Total Parking Spaces: 5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Ceiling Fan, First Floor
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Basic Cable, Snow Removal, Rubbish Removal, Road Maintenance, Marina, Deeded Beach Rights
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Bourne

Lot Info

  • Zoning: 1
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 22216
  • Parcel #: 19.3290

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1939

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9560
  • Tax Book Number: 33258

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $9,560 $1,224,100 $513,900 $710,200
2024 $9,349 $1,165,700 $489,400 $676,300
2023 $8,943 $1,015,100 $416,500 $598,600
2022 $8,490 $841,400 $368,600 $472,800
2021 $8,248 $765,800 $335,400 $430,400
2020 $8,035 $748,100 $332,200 $415,900
2019 $7,616 $724,600 $332,200 $392,400
2018 $6,695 $635,200 $316,500 $318,700
2017 $6,630 $643,700 $344,800 $298,900
2016 $5,713 $562,300 $344,800 $217,500
2015 $5,662 $562,300 $344,800 $217,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/02/2025 06/02/25 For Sale $2,300,000 0.0% $774 / Sq Ft
05/10/2025 05/10/25 Pending -- -- --
05/05/2025 05/05/25 For Sale $2,300,000 +295.2% $774 / Sq Ft
11/30/2012 11/30/12 Sold $582,000 -11.8% $210 / Sq Ft
10/14/2012 10/14/12 Pending -- -- --
07/29/2012 07/29/12 For Sale $660,000 -- $238 / Sq Ft
Source: Cape Cod & Islands Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed $280,000 --
Deed $280,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $417,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $57,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $90,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

James Abdu

Upper Cape Realty Corp.

(508) 216-7428

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Source: Cape Cod & Islands Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 22502088

Cape Cod & Islands Association of REALTORS®

APN: BOUR-000193-000000-000029