17 Indian Trl Barnstable, MA 02655
Property details
About 17 Indian Trl
A secluded treasure nestled on a private island. In the 1950s, Paul Mellon, heir to the famous banking family that established the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., and his wife Bunny chose this setting for a summer retreat. They created a home of elegance, comfort and great beauty, where they entertained world leaders, movie stars and industrialists. Bunny shaped the gardens and landscape, creating an exquisite blend of native plantings and trees. The 7,300-square-foot main house is integrated into the land, with its eight bedrooms offering views of either the sea or the gardens. Natural pathways wind through the property, connecting the main house to cottages—including a former art studio converted into a private suite—and lead to a beach house, where the Mellons hosted President John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline. With over 500 feet of waterfront, a private dock, and access to a private island, now serving as a protected bird sanctuary, this is an island haven like no other.
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 9
- Total Bedroom Count: 8
- Garage Space: 4 spaces
- Waterfront: Waterfront, Sound, River
- View: Other
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Heating: Oil
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $23,850,000
- Price/SqFt: $3,262
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,612
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Oyster Harbors Island. Directions will be provided by security attendant.
- Year Built: 1997
- Living Area: 7,310 SqFt
- Lot Size: 7.43 Acres
- MLS Number: 73388659
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: LandVest, Inc.
- Office Phone: (617) 723-1800
- Listing Agent: Kelly Powers Crosby
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Dec 31, 2009 | Home Sold | $835,000 |
Jun 23, 2006 | Home Sold | $525,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $983,100 | $8,612 |
2023 | $874,100 | $7,849 |
2022 | $674,800 | $7,531 |
2021 | $663,700 | $7,772 |
2020 | $637,500 | $7,816 |
2019 | $651,700 | $7,964 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
West Barnstable Elementary School
Public District KG-3
2.4 mi
•2463 Main St # 6A
2
Marguerite E. Small Elementary School
Public District PK-3
2.6 mi
•440 Higgins Crowell Rd
4
Barnstable Community Innovation School
Public District KG-3
3.2 mi
•165 Bearses Way
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $65,262. Typical income of Barnstable, MA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
Frequently asked questions
About 17 Indian Trl
The listing price of 17 Indian Trl property is $23,850,000.
The property 17 Indian Trl is a house located in Barnstable, Massachusetts, 02655.
Active Listing: 17 Indian Trl is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 17 Indian Trl are: West Barnstable Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Marguerite E. Small Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Barnstable Community Innovation School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Mattacheese Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Barnstable Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Sturgis Charter Public School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Barnstable High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Dennis Yarmouth Regional High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $8,612 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 31, 2009 for $835,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 17 Indian Trl has 8 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms.
The property 17 Indian Trl is 7,310 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 17 Indian Trl is 1997.
This home is located at 17 Indian Trl in Barnstable, MA and zip code 02630. This 7,310 square foot home, which was built in 1997, sits on a 7.43 acre lot. Features: 8 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $23,850,000.