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Listing broker remarks

There is something special about a house that has been part of a community for generations. Built in 1840, this distinctive Falmouth property offers a rare glimpse into the character and charm of another era, combined with the flexibility and convenience of a legal two-family residence.At the heart of the property is the main house, filled with the unexpected spaces that make an older home so memorable—nooks and crannies, intimate corners, and details that reflect its long history. A separate one-bedroom apartment adds exceptional versatility and has been successfully rented for several years, offering income potential as well as possibilities for guests, family, or extended stays.Major renovations in the 1990s and 2000s included new windows, two furnaces, two hot water tanks, rooftop solar panels, and separate laundry rooms for the main house and apartment. These thoughtful updates provide modern convenience while preserving the property's distinctive character.The location is equally appealing. Just moments from Falmouth’s lively village center, the property is close to shops, restaurants, cafés, and everyday amenities. Surf Drive Beach is less than a mile away, making it easy to enjoy the ocean and the quintessential Cape Cod beach experience.A home with history, personality, flexibility, and an enviable location, this is a property that invites you to become part of its next chapter.— Ermine Lovell Real Estate

Key details

  • 2,788 sq ft
  • 12,109 lot sq ft
  • 5 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1840 built
  • $573 / sq ft
  • $4,565 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠9⁠6⁠2⁠7⁠
Last updated
Address
59 Nye Road
Town
Falmouth, MA
ZIP
02540
Deed (Bk/Pg)
10224 / 16

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Fish, E. House · includes FAL.BB

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Falmouth

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.