SELLER TO PROVIDE A CREDIT TO THE BUYER TOWARD THE INSTALLATION OF THE UPDATED SEPTIC SYSTEM, BASED ON THE CURRENT QUOTED COST FOR INSTALLATION. North of 6A and tucked off Rock Harbor Road, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a classic Orleans setting just a half mile to Rock Harbor--spend your days on the beach, watch the fishing boats return, or take in the 4th of July fireworks. Offering 2,149 sq ft, the home features a spacious living area with wood-burning fireplace and an easy flow to a large deck, ideal for entertaining. A bright 3-season porch adds flexible living space, while the walk-out lower level provides potential for additional finished square footage. Just a half mile to downtown Orleans--enjoy local restaurants, coffee at the Chocolate Sparrow, or access to the Cape Cod Rail Trail. Well-suited for year-round living, a summer getaway, or investment opportunity. Property is currently served by a cesspool; engineering plans for a new system are in place.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (5/27)
$989,000
2 Shell Lane, Orleans, MA 02653
4beds
2,149sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
0.61 Acres Lot
$941,500 Zestimate®
$460/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood-burning fireplaceWalk-out lower level
- 78 days |
- 1,044 |
- 29 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Leighton Team 508-896-1222,
Keller Williams Realty
Source: CCIMLS,MLS#: 22601075
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Hot Water
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Electric Dryer
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Linen Closet
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Tile, Laminate
- Basement: Interior Entry,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,149
- Total interior livable area: 2,149 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Open
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Other
Lot
- Size: 0.61 Acres
- Features: Cape Cod Rail Trail, North of 6A
Details
- Parcel number: ORLE M:017.0 B:0002 L:0000.0
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled, Actual
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
- Major remodel year: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Cesspool
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Orleans
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $460/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $944,600
- Annual tax amount: $5,771
- Date on market: 3/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 64 days
Estimated market value
$941,500
$894,000 - $989,000
$4,261/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Price change | $989,000-1%$460/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73493548 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $999,000-15%$465/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73493548 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2025 | Listing removed | $1,175,000$547/sqft |
Source:  CCIMLS #22503198 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2025 | Price change | $1,175,000-4.1%$547/sqft |
Source: CCIMLS #22503198 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,225,000+37.6%$570/sqft |
Source: CCIMLS #22503198 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2007 | Sold | $890,000$414/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,647 +4.1% | $905,000 +6.9% |
| 2024 | $5,427 +11.2% | $846,700 +8.1% |
| 2023 | $4,880 +12.7% | $783,300 +41.8% |
| 2022 | $4,330 | $552,300 |
| 2021 | $4,330 +4.8% | $552,300 +1.1% |
| 2020 | $4,132 +4.6% | $546,500 +2.4% |
| 2019 | $3,949 +16.9% | $533,600 +4.8% |
| 2018 | $3,377 +7.4% | $509,400 +2.5% |
| 2017 | $3,145 -0.6% | $496,800 +1.4% |
| 2016 | $3,164 +3.1% | $489,800 +2.5% |
| 2015 | $3,069 +4.5% | $478,000 +1% |
| 2014 | $2,936 +3.9% | $473,500 +2.2% |
| 2013 | $2,826 +1.1% | $463,300 -2.1% |
| 2012 | $2,796 +6.1% | $473,100 |
| 2011 | $2,635 +1.2% | $473,100 -6.4% |
| 2010 | $2,603 +5.6% | $505,400 |
| 2009 | $2,466 +1.9% | $505,400 -5.6% |
| 2008 | $2,420 +5.9% | $535,300 |
| 2007 | $2,286 | $535,300 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 02653
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Orleans Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Nauset Regional Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Nauset Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Nauset
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