Discover this charming and well-maintained single-family, detached home, where classic appeal meets modern convenience. Throughout the residence, you'll find beautiful, gleaming hardwood floors that add warmth and character. This inviting home offers two comfortable bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a spacious full basement, providing ample room for your needs. A convenient one-car attached garage with direct entry into the kitchen makes unloading groceries a breeze, while an unfinished walk-up attic offers excellent potential for additional storage or future expansion. Perfectly situated, its prime location provides easy access to a variety of shopping options, delightful restaurants, and the stunning Falmouth Beaches, making it an ideal place to settle.
Sold for $610,000
$610,000
253 Gifford St, Falmouth, MA 02540
2beds
897sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.25 Acres Lot
$627,700 Zestimate®
$680/sqft
$3,305 Estimated rent
Home value
$627,700
$565,000 - $697,000
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Full basementGleaming hardwood floorsComfortable bedrooms
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Listed by:
John Mallard 508-209-4289,
Redfin Corp. 617-340-7803
Bought with:
Katharine Propper
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73379208
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Breakfast Bar / Nook
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer
Features
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead,Concrete,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 897
- Total interior livable area: 897 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 897
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Waterfront features: Ocean, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Cleared, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 38 S:10 P:003 L:003,2313825
- Zoning: RC
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Falmouth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $680/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $427,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,685
- Date on market: 1/24/2026
- Exclusions: None.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2025 | Sold | $610,000+1.8%$680/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73379208 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,000+117.8%$668/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73379208 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2010 | Sold | $275,000-8%$307/sqft |
Source:  CCIMLS #20901330 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2009 | Listing removed | $299,000$333/sqft |
Source: Vincent Associates Real Estate, Inc. #20901330 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2009 | Listed for sale | $299,000+149.2%$333/sqft |
Source: Vincent Associates Real Estate, Inc. #20901330 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2003 | Sold | $120,000$134/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,698 +0.5% | $459,700 +7.5% |
| 2024 | $2,685 +8.3% | $427,500 +19.3% |
| 2023 | $2,479 +4.7% | $358,300 +21.9% |
| 2022 | $2,367 +5.3% | $294,000 +11.2% |
| 2021 | $2,247 +3.3% | $264,300 +4.3% |
| 2020 | $2,176 +1.7% | $253,300 +1.3% |
| 2019 | $2,140 +3.3% | $250,000 +3.8% |
| 2018 | $2,071 +2.9% | $240,800 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $2,012 +1.9% | $235,900 |
| 2016 | $1,974 +2.2% | $235,900 |
| 2015 | $1,932 -1.7% | $235,900 -2.2% |
| 2014 | $1,965 +0.3% | $241,100 -1.1% |
| 2013 | $1,960 +2% | $243,800 -1.3% |
| 2012 | $1,921 -8.6% | $246,900 -15.4% |
| 2011 | $2,102 +19.2% | $291,900 +11.8% |
| 2010 | $1,763 +4.5% | $261,200 -5.9% |
| 2009 | $1,687 +6.9% | $277,500 -0.6% |
| 2008 | $1,578 +0.1% | $279,300 -6.9% |
| 2007 | $1,576 +0.9% | $300,100 +4.3% |
| 2006 | $1,562 +13.5% | $287,600 +21.8% |
| 2005 | $1,376 +8.9% | $236,100 +41.7% |
| 2004 | $1,263 +9.4% | $166,600 +14.8% |
| 2003 | $1,155 +5.8% | $145,100 +52.3% |
| 2000 | $1,092 | $95,300 |
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Neighborhood: 02540
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- 7/10Morse Pond SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 0.3 mi
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