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2 Shell Lane, Orleans, MA 02653

Barnstable County

Key Facts

4Beds
2Baths
2,149Sq Ft
1956Year Built
0.61Lot (acres)

Description

SELLER TO PROVIDE A CREDIT TO THE BUYER TOWARD THE INSTALLATION OF THE UPDATED SEPTIC SYSTEM, BASED ON THE CURRENT QUOTED COST FOR INSTALLATION. North of 6A and tucked off Rock Harbor Road, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a classic Orleans setting just a half mile to Rock Harbor--spend your days on the beach, watch the fishing boats return, or take in the 4th of July fireworks. Offering 2,149 sq ft, the home features a spacious living area with wood-burning fireplace and an easy flow to a large deck, ideal for entertaining. A bright 3-season porch adds flexible living space, while the walk-out lower level provides potential for additional finished square footage. Just a half mile to downtown Orleans--enjoy local restaurants, coffee at the Chocolate Sparrow, or access to the Cape Cod Rail Trail. Well-suited for year-round living, a summer getaway, or investment opportunity. Property is currently served by a cesspool; engineering plans for a new system are in place.

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Sub-Type

Single Family Residence

Style

Cape Cod

Year Built

1956

Living Area

2,149 sq ft

Lot Size

0.61 acres

Zoning

R

Days on Market

98

MLS® Listing#

22601075

Property Features

Interior

Recessed Lighting

Appliances

DryerDishwasherWasherRefrigeratorElectric Range

Cooling

None

Heating

Hot Water

Flooring

HardwoodCarpetTileLaminate

Basement

Interior EntryFull

Patio

DeckOther

Construction

Shingle Siding

Roof

Asphalt

Sewer

Cesspool

Financial Details

HOA

None

Annual Taxes

$5,772

Tax year 2026

Assessed Value

$944,600

Parcel Number

ORLE M:017.0 B:0002 L:0000.0

Directions

Rock Harbor Road to Shell Lane, dirt road property is first house on the right

Affordability Calculator

$191,800

Estimated monthly payment

$5,104/mo

Principal $767,200 · Est. interest $1,070,312 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Orleans, MA

$1,000,000
Median Listing Price
87
Median Days on Market
2,432
Median Sq Ft
$622
Median Price / Sq Ft
56
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 4% below the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 28% below the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Orleans, MA.

Location

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Points of Interest in Orleans, MA

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Nearby Schools

  • Orleans Elementary

    Elementary · 1.0 mi away

  • Nauset Regional Middle School

    Secondary · 1.0 mi away

  • Nauset Public Schools

    School · 1.1 mi away

  • Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School

    School · 1.2 mi away

  • Eastham Elementary

    Elementary · 3.6 mi away

  • Eddy Elementary

    Elementary · 4.2 mi away

  • Stony Brook Elementary School

    Elementary · 4.4 mi away

  • Nauset Regional High School

    Secondary · 4.8 mi away

  • The Laurel School

    Elementary · 4.8 mi away

  • Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School

    Secondary · 5.8 mi away

  • A Child's Wonderland

    School · 6.5 mi away

  • Cape Cod Region Vocational Technical

    Secondary · 6.9 mi away

  • Chatham High School

    Secondary · 7.1 mi away

  • Rocking Unicorn

    Elementary · 7.6 mi away

  • Chatham Elementary School

    Elementary · 7.7 mi away

  • Monomoy Regional High School

    Secondary · 7.9 mi away

  • Harwich Elementary School

    Elementary · 8.7 mi away

  • Harwich Middle School

    Elementary · 8.7 mi away

  • Penny Lane Day School

    School · 9.1 mi away

  • Harwichport Tennis Association

    School · 9.1 mi away

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Comparable nearby listings and their asking prices.

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17 Kings Way, Orleans, MA$739,000321,040
17 Kings Way, Orleans, MA$739,000321,640
4 Baywood Drive, Orleans, MA$739,900331,346
4 Baywood Dr, Orleans, MA$739,900331,346
249 Route-6A, Orleans, MA$839,900432,406
38 Shorewood Drive, Orleans, MA$849,000331,908

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