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Listing broker remarks

Welcome to 18 Sylvan Avenue, a delightful, custom-crafted four-bedroom, four-bath, contemporary-style home set at the end of a quiet neighborhood road in Vineyard Haven. Surrounded by eight acres of conservation land, the property offers a peaceful setting with a spacious wraparound deck overlooking the natural landscape. It truly feels like its own private enclave, both inside and out. The home is in pristine, move-in-ready condition and has been thoughtfully renovated and meticulously maintained by the current owners. A welcoming entry leads directly into the open-concept space where a well appointed living room with fireplace flows into the dining area and kitchen. Positioned to the right of the entry is the primary bedroom suite, while two additional bedrooms and two bathrooms are tucked beyond the kitchen on the opposite side of the home, creating a functional and well designed layout which maximizes privacy. A finished lower level with a full bathroom and laundry provides additional flexible living space or a fourth bedroom. Skylights and sliders throughout the home fill the interior with natural light and create an easy connection to the multiple decks, beautiful mature gardens and woodlands. With an impressive rental history, this unique property is offered turnkey, making it an ideal opportunity as a year-round residence, Island retreat, or investment property. A true gem, conveniently located only 1.5 miles to Vineyard Haven’s Main Street shops, restaurants and ferry terminal, and only 5 miles to all that downtown Oak Bluffs has to offer! Please note there is ducted HVAC and mini splits for both heat and AC as well as radiant heat in the floors throughout both levels. Property is located in the Lagoon Pond Watershed, septic will require an upgrade after transfer. Seller will include a four bedroom septic design.— Wallace & Co. Sotheby's International Realty

Key details

  • 2,876 sq ft
  • 14,810 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 4 baths
  • 2005 built
  • $728 / sq ft
  • $7,817 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠1⁠2⁠4⁠9⁠
Last updated
Address
18 Sylvan Avenue
Town
Tisbury, MA
ZIP
02568
Deed (Bk/Pg)
1380 / 801

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Martha's Vineyard American Revolution Battlefield

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Neighborhood: Lagoon

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.