For sale

$999,000

2 Shell Lane, Orleans, MA 02653

4beds

2,149sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1956

0.61 Acres Lot

$968,300 Zestimate^®

$465/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Wood-burning fireplaceWalk-out lower level

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, and buyer will be responsible for installation.

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Tour with a local agent

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
Main level bathrooms: 1

Heating

Hot Water

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Electric Dryer

Features

Recessed Lighting, Linen Closet
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Tile, Laminate
Basement: Interior Entry,Full
Number of fireplaces: 1

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,149
Total interior livable area: 2,149 sqft

Property

Parking

Parking features: Open
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Deck, Other

Lot

Size: 0.61 Acres
Features: Cape Cod Rail Trail, North of 6A

Details

Parcel number: ORLE M:017.0 B:0002 L:0000.0
Zoning: R
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cape Cod
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Shingle Siding
Foundation: Poured
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

Updated/Remodeled, Actual
New construction: No
Year built: 1956
Major remodel year: 2005

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Cesspool

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Orleans

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $465/sqft
Tax assessed value: $944,600
Annual tax amount: $5,771
Date on market: 3/30/2026
Cumulative days on market: 12 days

Estimated market value

$968,300

$920,000 - $1.02M

$3,480/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
3/30/2026	Listed for sale	$999,000-15%$465/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73493548 Report a problem
12/1/2025	Listing removed	$1,175,000$547/sqft
Source: CCIMLS #22503198 Report a problem
10/28/2025	Price change	$1,175,000-4.1%$547/sqft
Source: CCIMLS #22503198 Report a problem
7/11/2025	Listed for sale	$1,225,000+37.6%$570/sqft
Source: CCIMLS #22503198 Report a problem
4/20/2007	Sold	$890,000$414/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,647 +4.1%	$905,000 +6.9%
2024	$5,427 +11.2%	$846,700 +8.1%
2023	$4,880 +12.7%	$783,300 +41.8%
2022	$4,330	$552,300
2021	$4,330 +4.8%	$552,300 +1.1%
2020	$4,132 +4.6%	$546,500 +2.4%
2019	$3,949 +16.9%	$533,600 +4.8%
2018	$3,377 +7.4%	$509,400 +2.5%
2017	$3,145 -0.6%	$496,800 +1.4%
2016	$3,164 +3.1%	$489,800 +2.5%
2015	$3,069 +4.5%	$478,000 +1%
2014	$2,936 +3.9%	$473,500 +2.2%
2013	$2,826 +1.1%	$463,300 -2.1%
2012	$2,796 +6.1%	$473,100
2011	$2,635 +1.2%	$473,100 -6.4%
2010	$2,603 +5.6%	$505,400
2009	$2,466 +1.9%	$505,400 -5.6%
2008	$2,420 +5.9%	$535,300
2007	$2,286	$535,300