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Listing broker remarks

Overlooking Nantucket Sound and just steps from the vibrant heart of downtown Oak Bluffs, this distinctive compound blends laid-back West Coast style with classic island charm. The light-filled four-bedroom main house has been thoughtfully updated with modern, year-round comforts. Privately set at the rear, the guest house known as The Nest offers a peaceful retreat with a private deck, outdoor shower, parking, and mini-split climate control; its upstairs bedroom enjoys views from Farm Pond to Nantucket Sound. Completing the property is the charming Lilac House, a fun open-concept bunk house with a full bath, water-view deck, and private outdoor shower. A wraparound porch captures sweeping ocean views, while beaches, shops, restaurants, Circuit Avenue, and the Harbor are moments away. An established rental history further enhances this rare opportunity in one of Oak Bluffs’ most iconic locations.— Sandpiper Realty, Inc.

Key details

  • 2,890 sq ft
  • 8,712 lot sq ft
  • 6 beds
  • 4 baths
  • 1870 built
  • $1,807 / sq ft
  • $16,260 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠4⁠7⁠2⁠9⁠2⁠2⁠
Last updated
Address
4 Canonicus Ave
Town
Oak Bluffs, MA
ZIP
02557
Deed (Bk/Pg)
1433 / 922

Historic designations

Local Historic District
Cottage City Historic District
MACRIS Inventory
Curtis, L. J. House · includes OAK.C

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Oak Bluffs

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.