A mid-19th-century Greek Revival, believed to be the birthplace of Captain William Bradford Parker and later home to Samuel Hallett — both tied to Osterville's historic maritime corridor along Main Street. The property reflects the success of maritime captains - there's a reason Osterville was once described as "a place where retired sea captains can live like gentlemen." You feel that here. The primary bedroom has been expanded to include a quiet alcove with a gas stove, an easy place to settle in on cooler days. The yard comes alive in season with mature plantings and a sense that it's been thoughtfully cared for. And it has — by the same owners since 1989. A short walk to quaint Osterville village, and a short drive to Dowses Beach and Joshua Pond for summer fun. Newer windows, original wide pine floors, 2 gas fireplaces, updated electrical, and a new gas heating system are already in place.A history worth inheriting and the charm from a more gracious era. This one needs to be seen.
For sale
Price cut: $79K (6/19)
$1,500,000
955 Main St, Barnstable, MA 02630
3beds
1,764sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1855
0.46 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$850/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New gas heating systemNewer windowsOriginal wide pine floorsUpdated electrical
- 64 days |
- 388 |
- 9 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Karen D. Lilly 774-368-0551,
Property Cape Cod 508-420-4200
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73504595
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Partial,Crawl Space,Dirt Floor
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,764
- Total interior livable area: 1,764 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,764
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: Bay, Lake/Pond, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Cleared
Details
- Parcel number: 2232269
- Zoning: residentia
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1855
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Barnstable
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $850/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,167,200
- Annual tax amount: $9,991
- Date on market: 4/21/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/19/2026 | Price change | $1,500,000-5%$850/sqft |
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| 4/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,579,000$895/sqft |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Osterville
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Barnstable United Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 2 mi
- 3/10Barnstable High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 3.8 mi
- 8/10West Villages Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 2.2 mi
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