For the very first time, the historic Ben Luce Homestead (circa 1850) is being offered on the open market. This charming farmhouse blends rich Island history with timeless appeal. Once home to Benjamin Norton Luce (1840–1912) — Civil War veteran, blacksmith, and town constable — the property sits on 1.5 acres of pastoral land and offers 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, solar panels, barn, and a newly updated septic system meeting current standards. Thoughtfully restored for year-round living, the home provides comfort, character, and sustainability. Just minutes from Vineyard Haven’s harbor, shops, and ferry, this rare offering combines privacy with exceptional convenience.Whether enjoyed as-is or further restored as a preservation project, the Ben Luce Homestead is ready for its next chapter — as a year-round residence, summer retreat, or historic Island treasure. The barn offers the perfect foundation for adding an ADU or additional living space, enhancing both functionality and value.
For sale
Price cut: $130K (5/13)
$2,695,000
187 Lagoon Pond Rd, Tisbury, MA 02568
5beds
2,386sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$16,188/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
1.5 Acres Lot
$2,428,000 Zestimate®
$1,130/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 291 days |
- 1,288 |
- 107 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Erin Leighton,
Compass | Point B
Source: LINK,MLS#: 43834
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Stove: Bosch Induction Stove top and Frigidaire Ovens, Washer: LG EnergyStar Stackable
Features
- MiniSplit, OSh, Floor 1: Kitchen, dining room, two bedrooms, full bathroom, Floor 2: Three bedrooms, one full bathroom
- Flooring: 2
- Basement: Partial Basement
- Fireplace features: 0
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,386
- Total interior livable area: 2,386 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Yes
Features
- Exterior features: WViews, Garden, Deck, PubBch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond
- Waterfront features: Pond
- Frontage type: Pond
Lot
- Size: 1.5 Acres
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Barn with deck and outdoor shower
- Parcel number: 24
- Zoning: R10
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1850
- Major remodel year: 2022
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Town
- Utilities for property: Cbl
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Tisbury
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,130/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,732,300
- Annual tax amount: $14,562
- Date on market: 10/8/2025
- Listing agreement: E
Estimated market value
$2,428,000
$2.31M - $2.55M
$7,943/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2026 | Price change | $2,695,000-4.6%$1,130/sqft |
Source: LINK #43834 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,825,000+6962.5%$1,184/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73441105 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2012 | Sold | $40,000$17/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,156 +50.4% | $1,737,900 +58.6% |
| 2024 | $8,746 -3.9% | $1,096,000 -11.8% |
| 2023 | $9,097 +4.1% | $1,242,800 +23.8% |
| 2022 | $8,735 +5.4% | $1,003,976 +11.1% |
| 2021 | $8,285 -1.1% | $903,500 +0.7% |
| 2020 | $8,373 +1.7% | $897,376 0% |
| 2019 | $8,229 +3.6% | $897,400 +6.8% |
| 2018 | $7,941 +4.9% | $840,300 +1.2% |
| 2017 | $7,568 -1% | $830,700 -0.5% |
| 2016 | $7,647 +9.2% | $834,800 +6.3% |
| 2015 | $7,002 +6.3% | $785,000 |
| 2014 | $6,586 -1.1% | $785,000 |
| 2013 | $6,657 +5.9% | $785,000 |
| 2012 | $6,288 +14.6% | $785,000 +7.6% |
| 2011 | $5,488 -6.3% | $729,800 -18.1% |
| 2010 | $5,855 +7.9% | $891,200 -1.8% |
| 2009 | $5,427 +4.9% | $907,600 -3.7% |
| 2008 | $5,175 -6.7% | $942,700 -4.4% |
| 2007 | $5,549 +17.5% | $985,700 +8.5% |
| 2006 | $4,724 +6.4% | $908,400 +19.9% |
| 2005 | $4,438 -1.6% | $757,400 +35.8% |
| 2004 | $4,512 +4.7% | $557,700 |
| 2003 | $4,311 +5.6% | $557,700 |
| 2002 | $4,082 +24.7% | $557,700 +127.8% |
| 2000 | $3,273 | $244,800 |
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Neighborhood: 02568
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Tisbury Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10Martha's Vineyard Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
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