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  • $4,379,300

    5 Shipyard Ln, Mattapoisett, MA 02739

    6beds
    5,630sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1880
    0.97 Acres Lot
    $4,379,300 Zestimate®
    $778/sqft
    $7,234 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $4,379,300

    $3.85M - $4.99M

    $7,234/mo

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    What's special

    Unique three-story towerBoating activityElegant formal diningComfortable family roomPrivate white sandy beachWaterfront estateCasual elegance

    Distinguished waterfront estate! The iconic Thomas Soule house has been a fixture on Mattapoisett Harbor since the late 1880s! Enjoy dazzling views of Buzzards Bay and renowned harbor teeming with boating activity... from every room. Passionately restored by the current owners, this stately 6 plus bedroom colonial with its unique three-story tower is situated on a rolling lawn which meanders to the water's edge with its private white sandy beach. Casual elegance sets the tone with a gracious foyer leading to an array of well-proportioned rooms accented with fireplaces, gleaming hardwood floors and featuring fine craftsmanship throughout. A welcoming kitchen opens to a comfortable family room, elegant formal dining, fireplaced living room, bedroom with full bath plus both an enclosed sunroom and sprawling seaside decks complete the first floor. Upstairs you will find the main bedroom suite plus 4-5 bedrooms. Begin to create your cherished family memories from this legacy quality home

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    Listed by:

    Roberta Mary Burke 508-498-3285,

    Milbury and Company 508-997-7400,

    William J. Milbury 508-525-5200

    Bought with:

    Roberta Mary Burke

    Milbury and Company

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73086750

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet - Linen, Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Wood
    • Level: First
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 5
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Balcony - Exterior, Exterior Access
    • Level: Third
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Yes
    Bathroom 1
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Marble, Window(s) - Picture, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Half, Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 3
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Marble, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
    • Level: Second
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring - Wood, French Doors, Wainscoting, Crown Molding
    • Level: Main
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring - Wood, Cable Hookup, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Storage, Crown Molding
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Cable Hookup, Deck - Exterior, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wainscoting, Gas Stove
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Wet Bar, Deck - Exterior, Wainscoting, Crown Molding
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Water Softener
    • Laundry: Bathroom - Full, Electric Dryer Hookup, Remodeled, Washer Hookup
    Features
    • Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Cedar Closet(s), Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bedroom, Bonus Room, Library, Bathroom, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Walk-up Attic, Wired for Sound, Internet Available - Broadband
    • Flooring: Wood, Marble, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Marble
    • Doors: French Doors
    • Windows: Skylight(s), Bay/Bow/Box, Skylight, Screens
    • Basement: Crawl Space,Concrete,Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 4
    • Fireplace features: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 5,630
    • Total interior livable area: 5,630 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 10
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Paved
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 8
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered
    • Exterior features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Hot Tub/Spa, Sprinkler System, Screens, Garden, Outdoor Shower, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Spa features: Private
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Bay, Harbor, Marina
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Bay,Harbor,Marina,Water
    • Waterfront features: Waterfront, Bay, Harbor, Frontage, Bay, Harbor, Frontage, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Private)
    Lot
    • Size: 0.97 Acres
    • Features: Flood Plain, Cleared
    Details
    • Parcel number: M:8.0 L:77.0,1086014
    • Zoning: R30

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1880

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Generator Connection
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Generator Connection, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, Other
    • Security: Security System
    • Subdivision: Cannonville
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Mattapoisett

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $778/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $2,984,456
    • Annual tax amount: $37,007
    • Date on market: 10/17/2025
    • Listing terms: Contract
    • Exclusions: Sellers To Keep Chandelier In Living Room,
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/10/2023Sold$3,250,000-7%$577/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73086750 Report a problem
    6/7/2023Contingent$3,495,000$621/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73086750 Report a problem
    5/23/2023Price change$3,495,000-9.2%$621/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73086750 Report a problem
    3/12/2023Listed for sale$3,850,000+3750%$684/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73086750 Report a problem
    11/19/2010Sold$100,000-87.9%$18/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/9/1991Sold$828,250+4.2%$147/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/26/1988Sold$795,000$141/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$34,447 -7.8%$3,201,400 -10%
    2024$37,376 -8%$3,556,200 -1.5%
    2023$40,629 +9.8%$3,611,426 +21%
    2022$37,007 +1.3%$2,984,456 +5.9%
    2021$36,532 +4.6%$2,818,856 +8.9%
    2020$34,933 +2.1%$2,589,560 0%
    2019$34,211 +5.2%$2,589,800 +3.7%
    2018$32,506 +4.3%$2,496,600 +4.7%
    2017$31,178 +1.9%$2,385,500 +2.9%
    2016$30,608 +2.5%$2,318,800 +1%
    2015$29,855 +1.3%$2,296,500 -0.9%
    2014$29,465 +3.6%$2,316,400
    2013$28,445 +3.6%$2,316,400
    2012$27,449 +12.8%$2,316,400 +7.2%
    2011$24,336 -6.5%$2,161,300 -14.2%
    2010$26,040 +4.2%$2,518,400 -4.5%
    2009$24,986 -1.5%$2,635,700 +1.8%
    2008$25,363 +5.5%$2,588,100 +1%
    2007$24,043 +2.6%$2,563,200 +1%
    2006$23,424 +61.5%$2,537,800 +64.9%
    2005$14,500 -7.2%$1,539,300 +21.7%
    2004$15,620 +2.1%$1,264,800 +0.1%
    2003$15,294 +9%$1,264,000 +34.7%
    2001$14,034 +4.9%$938,100
    2000$13,377 $938,100
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 02739

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Center
    • Middle: Orr Jr High
    • High: Orr Hs/Tabor Hs

    Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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