552 Main St, Barnstable, MA, 02630
About This Home
In the heart of Cotuit, this historic home offers character, privacy, and smart updates on a beautifully landscaped lot, close to the village center and 0.6 miles to Ropes Beach. Recognized by the local Historical Commission and featured in Cape Cod Magazine, it keeps its hardwood floors and classic staircase while benefiting from a full renovation,. Detached living quarters added in 2018. A shell driveway leads to a private backyard with hydrangeas, irrigation, an outdoor shower, and a stone patio with outdoor fireplace, ideal for summer and fall nights. The main house features a living room with gas fireplace, bay window dining room, and a kitchen with granite island, gas cooktop, wall oven, pantry, and custom cabinetry, plus a first-floor bedroom, full bath, laundry, family room, and screened sun porch. Upstairs are the primary suite with walk-in closet, bath, and private terrace, another bedroom, a full bath, and a loft for office or media. Passing Title V for 4 bedrooms in hand.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1870
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Oven,Dishwasher,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
- Laundry features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,First Floor
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Unfinished
Bedroom2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: First
Family Room
- Level: First
Features
- Bathroom - Full,Sun Room,Accessory Apt.
- Flooring: Tile,Hardwood,Flooring - Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 2,194
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Forced Air,Natural Gas,Ductless
- Cooling features: Central Air,Ductless
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,194
- Total interior livable area: 2,194 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
Living Room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
Master Bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck
- Level: Second
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:037 L:015,2213249
- Zoning: R
- Exclusions: See Exclusion Sheet In Additional Documents.
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch,Screened,Deck,Patio
- Exterior features: Porch,Porch - Screened,Deck,Patio,Balcony,Storage,Sprinkler System,Guest House,Outdoor Shower
- Waterfront features: 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach,Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Lot size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Off Street,Stone/Gravel
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Hurricane
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $9,607 | $115,284 |
| Home Insurance * | $915 | $10,980 |
| Property Taxes | $1,029 | $12,348 |
| Electricity | $432 | $5,191 |
| Total | $11,983 | $143,796 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
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How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-22 | Price change | $1,900,000 |
| 2026-03-13 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000 |
| 2024-11-27 | Listing removed | $2,150,000 |
| 2024-07-19 | Price change | $2,150,000 |
| 2024-07-03 | Price change | $2,199,000 |
| 2024-05-01 | Listed for sale | $2,250,000 |
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