Discover the possibilities of West Dennis living in this charming 3-bedroom Cape Cod home, ideally located just minutes from beautiful West Dennis Beach and the warm waters of Nantucket Sound. Set on a generous lot in an established neighborhood, this property offers something increasingly hard to find—a desirable coastal location, exceptional outdoor space, and the opportunity to make a home your own. The expansive yard is a standout feature, offering plenty of room for summer gatherings, outdoor dining, gardening, recreation, or simply relaxing after a day at the beach. Inside, the home provides classic Cape Cod character along with the flexibility to update and personalize it to suit your vision. Whether you're looking for a year-round home, Cape Cod getaway, or investment opportunity, the location offers tremendous appeal. Beaches, boating, golf, restaurants, shopping, and Mid-Cape attractions are all within easy reach. Bring your ideas and discover the potential of this special West Dennis property—a home, a location, and an opportunity to create your own Cape Cod lifestyle.
For sale
$685,000
178 School St, West Dennis, MA 02670
3beds
1,456sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1873
0.41 Acres Lot
$657,100 Zestimate®
$470/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic cape cod characterExpansive yardGenerous lotDesirable coastal locationExceptional outdoor space
- 119 days
- 1,088
- 56
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bo Murphy 617-335-1737,
Bo Murphy Real Estate Company, LLC 617-335-1737
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73535907
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,456
- Total interior livable area: 1,456 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,456
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Waterfront features: Ocean, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 2271003
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape,Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Year built: 1873
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Inspection Required for Sale, Private Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: West Dennis
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $470/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $430,600
- Annual tax amount: $1,864
- Date on market: 6/15/2026
- Exclusions: All Personal Property. Hanging Light Over The Kitchen Table And Some Shelving.
Estimated market value
$657,100
$624,000 - $690,000
$3,354/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $685,000+1.6%$470/sqft |
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| 1/28/2026 | Listing removed | $674,000$463/sqft |
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| 11/5/2025 | Pending sale | $674,000$463/sqft |
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| 10/24/2024 | Price change | $674,000-0.1%$463/sqft |
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| 9/13/2024 | Listed for sale | $675,000-1.5%$464/sqft |
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| 7/9/2024 | Listing removed | $685,000$470/sqft |
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| 4/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $685,000-1.4%$470/sqft |
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| 3/22/2024 | Listing removed | $695,000$477/sqft |
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| 9/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $695,000+0.7%$477/sqft |
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| 8/8/2023 | Listing removed | $689,900$474/sqft |
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| 3/17/2023 | Contingent | $689,900$474/sqft |
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| 3/17/2023 | Pending sale | $689,900$474/sqft |
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| 9/28/2022 | Price change | $689,900-6.8%$474/sqft |
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| 7/28/2022 | Listed for sale | $739,900+52.6%$508/sqft |
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| 2/22/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/10/2020 | Listed for sale | $485,000$333/sqft |
Source: ERA Cape Real Estate, LLC #22004282 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2020 | Listing removed | $485,000$333/sqft |
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| 3/11/2020 | Listed for sale | $485,000-2.2%$333/sqft |
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| 8/14/2019 | Price change | $496,000-2.7%$341/sqft |
Source: ERA Cape Real Estate #21903516 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2019 | Listed for sale | $509,900+21.4%$350/sqft |
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| 5/11/2008 | Listing removed | $419,900$288/sqft |
Source: ERA #20613124 Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2007 | Listed for sale | $419,900+179.9%$288/sqft |
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| 11/14/1986 | Sold | $150,000$103/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,864 +4.1% | $430,600 +5.6% |
| 2024 | $1,790 +3.3% | $407,700 +9.9% |
| 2023 | $1,732 -1.6% | $370,900 +17.9% |
| 2022 | $1,761 -1% | $314,500 +6.6% |
| 2021 | $1,779 -4.9% | $295,000 -3.8% |
| 2020 | $1,871 +6.2% | $306,800 +7.4% |
| 2019 | $1,762 -13.8% | $285,600 -11.4% |
| 2018 | $2,045 +14.9% | $322,500 +11.4% |
| 2017 | $1,780 -4.7% | $289,400 +1.2% |
| 2016 | $1,868 +2.1% | $286,000 |
| 2015 | $1,830 -0.5% | $286,000 -1.3% |
| 2014 | $1,840 +4.2% | $289,800 -0.1% |
| 2013 | $1,766 -0.5% | $290,000 -3.9% |
| 2012 | $1,775 +1% | $301,800 -4% |
| 2011 | $1,757 +2.3% | $314,300 -3.6% |
| 2010 | $1,718 -0.6% | $326,000 -4.4% |
| 2009 | $1,729 +11.8% | $341,000 -4.1% |
| 2008 | $1,546 +11.5% | $355,500 +7.7% |
| 2007 | $1,386 -4% | $330,000 -2.6% |
| 2006 | $1,444 +16.4% | $338,900 +24.8% |
| 2005 | $1,241 +3.5% | $271,500 +10.3% |
| 2004 | $1,199 +20% | $246,100 +40.7% |
| 2003 | $999 | $174,900 +32% |
| 2001 | $999 | $132,500 |
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