Nestled on a quiet dead-end street in the heart of Falmouth Village, this charming Cape style home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy one of Falmouth's most desirable locations. Featuring four bedrooms and two baths, the home is just a quarter mile from Surf Drive Beach and a short stroll to the boutiques, restaurants, cafes, and village amenities that make downtown Falmouth so special. Freshly painted throughout, the interior provides a welcoming canvas ready for your personal vision. Set on an expansive 0.37 acre lot, the rolling backyard offers exceptional outdoor space for summer barbecues, lawn games, entertaining family and friends, or even the addition of a pool. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the home's proximity to the Shining Sea Bikeway, perfect for scenic rides along the coastline. Ideally situated near Falmouth Harbor and the ferries to Martha's Vineyard, this location makes it easy to enjoy boating, waterfront dining, and convenient island excursions. Whether you are seeking a year round residence, vacation getaway, or investment opportunity, the lifestyle offered here is unmatched. Lovingly owned and meticulously maintained by the same family since it was built in 1957, this special property has been the setting for generations of cherished memories. Now, it awaits its next chapter and a new generation to enjoy all that this wonderful home and exceptional location have to offer.
Sold for $1,380,000
$1,380,000
56 Field Street, Falmouth, MA 02540
4beds
1,602sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
0.37 Acres Lot
$1,308,600 Zestimate®
$861/sqft
$3,975 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,308,600
$1.24M - $1.37M
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Listed by:
Burton & Burton 508-951-5400,
Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Janet Michienzi, 9523583
William Raveis Real Estate & Home Services
Source: CCIMLS,MLS#: 22602820
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Closet
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Bedroom 2, Closet
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Features: Bedroom 3, Built-in Features, Closet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Features: Bedroom 4, Built-in Features, Closet
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Vinyl
- Features: Dining Room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: Countertop(s): Quartz,Flooring: Vinyl,Stove(s): Electric
- Features: Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Description: Fireplace(s): Wood Burning,Flooring: Wood
- Features: Built-in Features, Living Room
- Level: First
Heating
- Hot Water
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Range, Microwave, Electric Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Bulkhead Access,Interior Entry,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,602
- Total interior livable area: 1,602 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Open
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Bike Path, House of Worship, Shopping, Marina, In Town Location, Conservation Area, Level, South of Route 28
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: FALM 47 S:04A P:009 L:007
- Zoning: RC
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt, Shingle, Pitched
Condition
- Actual
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Cesspool
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Falmouth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $861/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $896,900
- Annual tax amount: $5,139
- Date on market: 6/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Cash
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/8/2026 | Sold | $1,380,000+6.6%$861/sqft |
Source:  CCIMLS #22602820 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2026 | Pending sale | $1,295,000$808/sqft |
Source: CCIMLS #22602820 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000$808/sqft |
Source: CCIMLS #22602820 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,911 -0.4% | $836,600 +6.5% |
| 2024 | $4,931 +15.4% | $785,200 +27.2% |
| 2023 | $4,272 -6.7% | $617,300 +8.5% |
| 2022 | $4,580 +4.9% | $569,000 +10.7% |
| 2021 | $4,367 +5.8% | $513,800 +7% |
| 2020 | $4,127 +1.1% | $480,400 +0.8% |
| 2019 | $4,081 +0.7% | $476,700 +1.2% |
| 2018 | $4,052 +1.8% | $471,200 +0.9% |
| 2017 | $3,982 +1.9% | $466,800 |
| 2016 | $3,907 +2.2% | $466,800 |
| 2015 | $3,823 +0.7% | $466,800 +0.2% |
| 2014 | $3,798 +2.4% | $466,000 +1% |
| 2013 | $3,710 +9.8% | $461,400 +6.3% |
| 2012 | $3,378 +1.5% | $434,200 -6.1% |
| 2011 | $3,329 +8.5% | $462,400 +1.8% |
| 2010 | $3,067 +9.1% | $454,300 -1.8% |
| 2009 | $2,812 +4.1% | $462,500 -3.2% |
| 2008 | $2,700 +0% | $477,800 -7.1% |
| 2007 | $2,699 +12.9% | $514,100 +16.7% |
| 2006 | $2,391 +2.4% | $440,400 +10% |
| 2005 | $2,334 -4% | $400,300 +24.7% |
| 2004 | $2,432 +4.6% | $320,900 +9.9% |
| 2003 | $2,324 +14% | $292,000 +64.1% |
| 2000 | $2,039 | $177,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02540
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Mullen-Hall Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Lawrence SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Falmouth High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Falmouth
Source: CCIMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Barnstable County
- Falmouth
- 02540
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