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Listing broker remarks

Find your Tidal Fix in the heart of Harwich Port. Just moments from the warm waters of Nantucket Sound and approximately .3 miles from the shops, restaurants and unmistakable energy of the village, this classic Cape cottage captures the character of summers by the sea while offering the modern comforts today's buyers appreciate. A welcoming full-width porch sets the tone, with water views and a front-row seat to the rhythms of this special coastal neighborhood. Inside, the home retains the 'vibe' that makes vintage Cape cottages so enduring, complemented by a series of thoughtful updates. The main level offers an inviting living room, dining area, kitchen with updated appliances and flooring, laundry, and a beautifully renovated full bath with glass-enclosed shower. Upstairs are three bedrooms along with an additional flexible room, providing options for guests, a home office or additional living space. Recent improvements include updated heating and cooling, an instant hot water system, newer appliances, fresh interior paint, updated lighting, a new front door and screen doors, and refreshed landscaping with irrigation. Outside, a private side yard creates an easy extension of the living space with room for dining, grilling and summer afternoons, while the enclosed outdoor shower is an essential Cape Cod finishing touch. The home has also enjoyed several successful seasons as a vacation rental, offering the next owner the flexibility to use it purely as a personal retreat or continue taking advantage of its established appeal to summer guests. And then there is the location. The beach is approximately 150 feet away, making morning swims, afternoons by the Sound and evening trips back to the water part of everyday life. With Harwich Port Village so close, days here unfold with remarkably little need for a car. Charming without feeling precious and updated without losing its original character, Tidal Fix offers a rare opportunity to own a true Harwich Port cottage in one of the village's most desirable seaside settings.— Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties

Key details

  • 965 sq ft
  • 2,614 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 1930 built
  • $1,652 / sq ft
  • $6,458 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠1⁠6⁠8⁠3⁠
Last updated
Address
12 Atlantic Street
Town
Harwich, MA
ZIP
02646
Deed (Bk/Pg)
35842 / 31

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Ocean Grove Spiritualist Summer Campground · includes HRW.457

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Neighborhood: Harwich

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.