At the western end of Osterville's legendary Sea View Avenue--a road many believe is one of the most beautiful and valuable on all of Cape Cod reveals a property that transcends the idea of a residence. On over one acre of sweeping, tree-lined greensward with glimpses of West Bay shimmering in the distance, here is a residence that is not simply lived in, but experienced.Accessed by a winding drive of hand-laid paver stones with more than 6,342 square feet of living space, this Merle Thorpe designed home is a masterpiece of craftsmanship from a bygone era. Every lovingly maintained detail speaks to a time when artistry, skill, and pride shaped construction: mahogany windows and doors, wide-plank quarter-sawn oak floors, artisan cabinetry and moldings and graceful curved walls and rooflines that play against the endless blue of Cape Cod skies. It is at once a home and a work of art--a sculpture you inhabit, revealing new secrets and surprises with every visit. The accommodations are generous: seven bedrooms in the main house, and a generously oversized bespoke 1,000+- square foot one-bedroom guest suite with full bath, Pullman refreshment bar and laundry room above the three-car garage complete with radiant heated floors. Even the practical details carry refinement, from a dedicated trash room with an automatic air-venting system to carefully considered storage and systems. The partially finished terrace level offers a bedroom, full bath, laundry room, an additional washing room and space for your imagination to run wild. Outside, the grounds invite leisure and celebration. A 50-foot gunite pool with auto-cover is framed by a stone terrace shaded by Japanese maples an idyllic setting for alfresco dining on summer evenings, where the sound of waves rolling onto the shore drifts from across the avenue. Ownership here includes something rare: deeded rights to a private pristine Nantucket Sound beach, just steps away, and access to Eel River, perfect for launching kayaks and paddleboards. Welcome to 850 Sea View Avenue, more than a residence; it is a legacy. Built with unmatched skill and devotion, it offers its next steward more than shelter. It is a place where cherished memories are ingrained against a backdrop of beauty and heritage and where every wall, every curve and every view reveal a story of timeless artistry. Please verify all information contained herein.
Pending
$7,950,000
850 Sea View Avenue, Osterville, MA 02655
8beds
7,350sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
1.22 Acres Lot
$6,982,500 Zestimate®
$1,082/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Radiant heated floorsSea view avenueHand-laid paver stonesGlimpses of west baySweeping tree-lined greenswardMahogany windows and doorsWide-plank quarter-sawn oak floors
- 218 days |
- 1,575 |
- 85 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
John B Cotton, Jr jack@jackcotton.com,
Sotheby's International Realty
Source: CCIMLS,MLS#: 22504438
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 9
- Full bathrooms: 7
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Laundry Areas, Balcony, Walk-In Closet(s), Recessed Lighting, Built-in Features
- Level: Second
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 11 x 20
Bedroom 2
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Bedroom 2, Closet, Private Full Bath
- Level: Second
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 11 x 17
Bedroom 3
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Bedroom 3, Closet, Private Full Bath
- Level: Second
- Area: 266
- Dimensions: 14 x 19
Bedroom 4
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Bedroom 4, Closet, Private Full Bath
- Level: Second
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 16 x 18
Primary bathroom
- Features: Private Full Bath
Dining room
- Features: Recessed Lighting, Dining Room
- Level: First
- Area: 360
- Dimensions: 15 x 24
Kitchen
- Description: Flooring: Wood
- Features: Kitchen, Upgraded Cabinets
- Level: First
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Living room
- Description: Fireplace(s): Wood Burning,Flooring: Wood
- Features: View, Living Room
- Level: First
- Area: 483
- Dimensions: 23 x 21
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Security System, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Microwave, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, In Basement
Features
- Interior Balcony, Wet Bar, Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Bay/Bow Windows
- Basement: Finished,Partial,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,350
- Total interior livable area: 7,350 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: First Floor
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, In Ground
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay/Harbor
Lot
- Size: 1.22 Acres
- Features: Marina, House of Worship, Near Golf Course, Shopping, Public Tennis, Level, South of Route 28
Details
- Parcel number: 114001003
- Zoning: RF-1
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Shingle
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Wood, Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled, Approximate
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
- Major remodel year: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Osterville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,082/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $5,181,300
- Annual tax amount: $42,248
- Date on market: 9/9/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 219 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$6,982,500
$6.63M - $7.40M
$5,498/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/13/2026 | Pending sale | $7,950,000$1,082/sqft |
Source:  CCIMLS #22504438 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $7,950,000+103.8%$1,082/sqft |
Source: CCIMLS #22504438 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2017 | Sold | $3,900,000-13.3%$531/sqft |
Source: CCIMLS #21600325 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2017 | Pending sale | $4,500,000$612/sqft |
Source: Sotheby's International Realty - Osterville Brokerage #21600325 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2016 | Listed for sale | $4,500,000+205.1%$612/sqft |
Source: Sotheby's International Realty #21600325 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2003 | Sold | $1,475,000$201/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $38,997 +3.4% | $4,820,400 -0.2% |
| 2024 | $37,707 -7.9% | $4,828,000 -1.7% |
| 2023 | $40,951 +24.6% | $4,910,200 +44.1% |
| 2022 | $32,856 -1.1% | $3,408,300 +7.7% |
| 2021 | $33,207 -3.6% | $3,165,600 +0.7% |
| 2020 | $34,460 +7.2% | $3,144,200 +10.3% |
| 2019 | $32,155 -3.2% | $2,850,600 -3.7% |
| 2018 | $33,226 +6.2% | $2,961,300 +1.8% |
| 2017 | $31,288 -1.4% | $2,907,800 -0.1% |
| 2016 | $31,733 +6.5% | $2,911,300 +6% |
| 2015 | $29,809 +2% | $2,747,400 -0.1% |
| 2014 | $29,224 +3.7% | $2,749,200 -0.1% |
| 2013 | $28,169 +4.5% | $2,750,900 +0.5% |
| 2012 | $26,953 +3.3% | $2,736,300 -1.7% |
| 2011 | $26,099 +3.8% | $2,782,400 -0.1% |
| 2010 | $25,141 +12.9% | $2,784,200 -0.2% |
| 2009 | $22,270 -3.4% | $2,790,700 -7.9% |
| 2008 | $23,064 +44.7% | $3,030,800 +20.1% |
| 2007 | $15,943 | $2,522,600 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$44,609/mo
Principal & interest
$40568
Property taxes
$4041
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Neighborhood: Osterville
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Barnstable United Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 3.5 mi
- 3/10Barnstable High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 4.9 mi
- 8/10West Villages Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 3.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Barnstable
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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- Massachusetts
- Barnstable County
- Barnstable
- 02655
- Osterville
- 850 Sea View Avenue
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