#73369737, James Abdu, Listing Office: Upper Cape Realty Corp.
56 Rip Van Winkle Way Buzzards Bay, MA 02532
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About 56 Rip Van Winkle Way
Waterfront villa on Cohasset Narrows and Buttermilk Bay. This Mediterranean inspired villa is positioned on a private point to take in views from every room. Even the garage! Each view is unique. The waters in front are full of clams and quahogs. Outdoor cooking area for preparing fresh caught seafood, and a private outdoor shower. With 485 feet of water frontage, and a lush green yard this property is perfect for both entertaining and relaxing. Walking through the front garden with mature plantings, patios, and arches is like entering another world. Fully refreshed in 2012 this home is move in ready. The front door opens up to views of the water greeting you. The kitchen countertops and backsplash tastefully bring the outside in with hints of the red tile roof. The primary bedroom has 18 foot vaulted ceilings and access to the side patio. Overlooking the point is a heated solarium with 270 degree views of the water. With three bedrooms on the first floor the original house is perfect for first floor living. The addition has a formal living room with sunset views and a gas fireplace. Upstairs are two large bedrooms are private and comfortable with the beds looking out at the wate
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Tankless Water Heater
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile, Laminate
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Paved, Attached
- Exterior: Outdoor Shower, Garden
- Heating: Hot Water
- Cooling: None, Ceiling Fan(s)
- List Price: $2,300,000
- Lot: Waterfront
- Directions: Route 6/28 to to Lincoln Ave to Rip Van Winkle Way
- Year Built: 1939
- Stories: 2
- Lot Size: 0.51 Acres
- MLS Number: 22502088
- MLS Name: CapeCod
- Office Name: Upper Cape Realty Corp.
- Office Phone: (508) 759-2121
- Listing Agent: James Abdu
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Nearby schools
5
Bourne Intermediate School
Public District 3-5
1.8 mi
•70 Trowbridge Rd
5
Minot Forest Elementary
Public District 3-4
5.2 mi
•4 Viking Dr
5
South Elementary School
Public District KG-5
5.9 mi
•178 Bourne Rd
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 $51,683. Residents of Buzzards Bay, MA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 56 Rip Van Winkle Way
The listing price of 56 Rip Van Winkle Way property is $2,300,000.
The property 56 Rip Van Winkle Way is a house located in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts, 02532.
Active Listing: 56 Rip Van Winkle Way is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 56 Rip Van Winkle Way are: Bourne Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Minot Forest Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), South Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Bourne Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Wareham Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Plymouth South Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Bourne High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Upper Cape Cod Vocational Technical (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Wareham High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
The property at 56 Rip Van Winkle Way has 5 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The year of construction for 56 Rip Van Winkle Way is 1939.
This home is located at 56 Rip Van Winkle Way in Buzzards Bay, MA and zip code 02532. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,300,000.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in Buzzards Bay, MA there were more than 5 sold above asking price, over 6 sold below and more than 3 were sold right at the asked price. Between March and April 2025, Buzzards Bay, MA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 21.1%. In April 2025 median list price was $548,000 and the average listing age was 50 days.