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.
For sale
$1,950,000
56 Rip Van Winkle Way, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532
5beds
2,972sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
0.51 Acres Lot
$1,835,400 Zestimate®
$656/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Lush green yardMediterranean inspired villaPrivate outdoor shower
- 485 days
- 865
- 33
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
James Abdu 508-685-4747,
Upper Cape Realty Corp.
Source: CCIMLS,MLS#: 22502088
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Oil, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic Storage, Linen Closet
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,972
- Total interior livable area: 2,972 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Driveway, Paved, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower, Garden
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterview, Waterfront, Bay/Harbor
- Body of water: Buttermilk Bay,Salt
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 19.3290
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt,Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1939
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Deeded Beach Rights
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Cable TV, Beach Access, Marina, Road Maintenance, Trash, Snow Removal
Location
- Region: Bourne
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $656/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,224,100
- Annual tax amount: $9,560
- Date on market: 5/6/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 393 days
Estimated market value
$1,835,400
$1.74M - $1.93M
$4,011/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/13/2026 | Price change | $1,950,000-11.3%$656/sqft |
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| 3/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,199,000$740/sqft |
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| 2/7/2026 | Listing removed | $2,199,000$740/sqft |
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| 8/28/2025 | Price change | $2,199,000-4.4%$740/sqft |
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| 6/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,300,000$774/sqft |
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| 5/12/2025 | Contingent | $2,300,000$774/sqft |
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| 5/12/2025 | Pending sale | $2,300,000$774/sqft |
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| 5/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,300,000+721.4%$774/sqft |
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| 12/8/1997 | Sold | $280,000$94/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,560 +2.3% | $1,224,100 +5% |
| 2024 | $9,349 +4.5% | $1,165,700 +14.8% |
| 2023 | $8,943 +5.3% | $1,015,100 +20.6% |
| 2022 | $8,490 +2.9% | $841,400 +9.9% |
| 2021 | $8,248 +2.7% | $765,800 +2.4% |
| 2020 | $8,035 +5.5% | $748,100 +3.2% |
| 2019 | $7,616 +13.8% | $724,600 +14.1% |
| 2018 | $6,695 +1% | $635,200 -1.3% |
| 2017 | $6,630 +16.1% | $643,700 +14.5% |
| 2016 | $5,713 | $562,300 |
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