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Listing broker remarks

Experience the quintessential Cape Cod lifestyle in this beautifully maintained 2005-built home, perfectly positioned in the desirable East Orleans Village. Whether you are looking for the vibrant energy of Main Street in the summer or the peaceful serenity of the off-season, this home puts you exactly where you want to be. Ideally located just a short drive from the iconic Nauset Beach, this property is a gateway to the best of the Cape--from swimming and kayaking to scenic biking trails. Inside, the home is flooded with natural light from every angle. The open-concept design flows seamlessly from the kitchen and dining area to the living room, anchored by a cozy fireplace for those cool coastal evenings. The layout is perfect for entertaining, with a private deck overlooking a spacious backyard for summer grilling. Practicality meets comfort with a versatile finished basement offering extra space for guests, a convenient main-level laundry, and three full baths. Additionally, this home is fully prepared for the town sewer connephase 2 Home also features a finished basement for guest quaters. The home also has room for expansion for large addition or pool and guest house.Directions: rte 28 to rte 6A to Main St— Jack Conway Cape Cod - Sandwich

Key details

  • 1,778 sq ft
  • 23,490 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 2005 built
  • $533 / sq ft
  • $3,039 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠5⁠2⁠8⁠0⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
189 Main
Town
Orleans, MA
ZIP
02653
Deed (Bk/Pg)
10202 / 62

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Main Street, East Area

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Neighborhood: Orleans

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.