First time offered in close to 100 yrs, this charming half-cape, built in 1749 is a truly unique property & is listed on the National Register of Historic Homes! Once owned by Daniel Crosby of the Crosby boat builders & other prominent residents, this 2 bedroom, 1 bath dollhouse has been a labor of love for the Seller who was recognized for his award winning, top to bottom restoration of the property. The home was restored in 2 parts & includes a hand-dugout basement, with a genuine modern foundation, yet the 4 original cornerstones remain along with real stone masonry, as well as white cedar shakes & a red cedar bow-style roof. The home is fully insulated to contemporary standards, & the same wide pine seen on the floors was also used inside the walls, then plastered using traditional methods. No plywood or sheetrock here! Each mahogony framed window is handcrafted w/ pride. There are 3 fireplaces, including one in the kitchen. Teak countertops & other nautical touches adorn the space. Thoughtfully designed like a boat, everything has its place. There's gas heat/central air too! Situated just 2 houses from the Village & down the lane from West Bay, this historic home is amazing!
Sold
$850,000
18 Bay Street, Osterville, MA 02655
2beds
1,026sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1749
6,534 sqft lot
$916,000 Zestimate®
$828/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 21, 2024 at 07:30am
Listed by:
Jennifer K Monac 617-678-4959,
Today Real Estate
Bought with:
Ellen Valentgas, 9518357
Sotheby's International Realty
Source: CCIMLS,MLS#: 22403127

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Tankless Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Pantry, Linen Closet, HU Cable TV
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Basement: Bulkhead Access,Partial,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,026
- Total interior livable area: 1,026 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Private Yard
Lot
- Size: 6,534 sqft
- Features: In Town Location, Marina, Shopping, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 117175
- Zoning: RC
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Block, Poured, Stone, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle, Wood
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled, Cer. Historic
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1749
- Major remodel year: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Osterville
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Services availability

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