First time offered since 1957, this 1924 Woods Hole classic is a rare opportunity to create your Cape Cod retreat in Gansett Woods. Set in a serene setting w/ deeded rights to Gansett beach, the home is filled w/ timeless charm, original details including built-ins & a warm sense of history. The thoughtful layout offers both gathering spaces & quiet corners, making it ideal for summer escapes or year-round living. W/ potential, character & a coveted location in the heart of Woods Hole, this property is ready to be reimagined & loved for generations to come. The wooded parcel is accented by stone walls & a vernal pond, the property also includes a vintage pony shed & the security of a generator. Just minutes away are the Woods Hole Golf Club, Stoney Beach, Nobska Beach, the Martha's Vineyard ferry & the quaint Village of Woods Hole. The Gansett Woods Association consists of 59 homes each w/ deeded rights to Gansett beach. The GWA annual dues are suggested $30 p/ year. The storybook path to the beach crosses 2 ponds & opens to the lovely neighborhood beach where residents may swim, relax, launch a kayak or paddle board. It is a daily ritual that feels both timeless & extraordinary. The wood floors throughout the home are yellow pine. MBL has first right of refusal. The driveway is an easement in locations. The Sellers require a closing in 2026 and will vacate the home April 6, 2026. The Title V septic installation is the Buyer's responsibility after the closing. The Sellers will provide the engineering by David Martin. The 1/2 bathroom on second level is not in working order. The owners have not used the 4 wood burning fireplaces recently they are capped. The property is sold "as is".
Sold for $1,600,000
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$1,600,000
54 Whitman Road, Woods Hole, MA 02543
3beds
2,029sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
0.59 Acres Lot
$1,600,000 Zestimate®
$789/sqft
$3,328 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,600,000
$1.47M - $1.74M
$3,328/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 26, 2026 at 02:21pm
Listed by:
Irene E O'Connell 508-524-0092,
Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Annie Hart Cool Team
Sotheby's International Realty
Source: CCIMLS,MLS#: 22504757
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Fireplace(s): Wood Burning,Flooring: Wood
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Description: Fireplace(s): Wood Burning,Flooring: Wood
- Features: Bedroom 2, Built-in Features
- Level: Third
Bedroom 3
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Bedroom 3, Shared Full Bath
- Level: Third
Primary bathroom
- Features: Private Full Bath
Kitchen
- Description: Stove(s): Electric
- Features: Recessed Lighting
Living room
- Description: Fireplace(s): Wood Burning,Flooring: Wood
- Features: Built-in Features
Heating
- Hot Water
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Microwave, Electric Dryer
Features
- Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Wood, Other
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,029
- Total interior livable area: 2,029 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage, Open
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.59 Acres
- Features: Bike Path, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Near Golf Course, Shopping, Public Tennis, Marina, In Town Location, Conservation Area, Wooded, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 49 04 064 065
- Zoning: RC
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod, Shingle
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Actual
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Cesspool
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Rubbish Removal, Deeded Beach Rights
Location
- Region: Falmouth
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $30 annually
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/26/2026 | Sold | $1,600,000+4.9%$789/sqft |
Source:  CCIMLS #22504757 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Pending sale | $1,525,000$752/sqft |
Source: CCIMLS #22504757 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,525,000$752/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73436631 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,035 +2.7% | $1,198,500 +9.9% |
| 2024 | $6,851 +16.5% | $1,090,900 +28.4% |
| 2023 | $5,879 -1.4% | $849,600 +14.7% |
| 2022 | $5,963 +9.8% | $740,700 +15.9% |
| 2021 | $5,433 +5.7% | $639,200 +6.8% |
| 2020 | $5,141 +0.6% | $598,500 +0.3% |
| 2019 | $5,109 +0.8% | $596,900 +1.3% |
| 2018 | $5,070 +1.7% | $589,500 +0.8% |
| 2017 | $4,987 +1.9% | $584,700 |
| 2016 | $4,894 +2.2% | $584,700 |
| 2015 | $4,789 -2.3% | $584,700 -2.8% |
| 2014 | $4,901 +3% | $601,300 +1.6% |
| 2013 | $4,757 +3.3% | $591,700 +0% |
| 2012 | $4,603 +8.1% | $591,600 0% |
| 2011 | $4,260 +15.4% | $591,700 +8.2% |
| 2010 | $3,690 +3.8% | $546,700 -6.5% |
| 2009 | $3,554 +4.1% | $584,600 -3.2% |
| 2008 | $3,414 +1.8% | $604,200 -5.4% |
| 2007 | $3,352 -0.4% | $638,500 +3% |
| 2006 | $3,366 +9.1% | $619,800 +17.1% |
| 2005 | $3,086 -1% | $529,400 +28.7% |
| 2004 | $3,118 +4.5% | $411,400 +9.8% |
| 2003 | $2,983 +11% | $374,700 +59.8% |
| 2000 | $2,687 | $234,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Woods Hole
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Mullen-Hall Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 3.2 mi
- 5/10Lawrence SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 6/10Falmouth High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Falmouth
Source: CCIMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Barnstable County
- Falmouth
- 02543
- Woods Hole
- 54 Whitman Road