48 Sylvan Way, South Chatham, MA, 02659
About This Home
Set within a private gated enclave in South Chatham's emerging luxury corridor, 48 Sylvan Way is a singular estate retreat discreetly positioned just moments from the Cape's most iconic downtowns, beaches, and dining. Encompassing 1.63 acres with exceptional usability and recreational potential, the property offers rare privacy, scale, and versatility in one of Chatham's most compelling locations. Spanning 5,700 square feet across twelve rooms, this bespoke new construction residence showcases custom craftsmanship and intentional design throughout, conceived for refined, generational living. Three distinct bedroom wings-including two separate upper-level guest wings-provide exceptional comfort and separation, with each bedroom generously proportioned and ensuite. At its heart, a breathtaking great room anchored by a custom-designed kitchen rises to 23-foot ceilings adorned with shiplap ceilings, reclaimed beams and a fireplace, while an 18-foot wall of glass opens seamlessly to the heated saltwater pool and patio for effortless indoor-outdoor living. A rare offering defined by craftsmanship, presence, and intention-modern Cape Cod estate living at its most elevated.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: New Construction
- New construction: Yes
- Year built: 2025
Materials
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Shingle Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod, Contemporary
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Bulkhead Access,Interior Entry
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood,Tile
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 5,721
- Total interior livable area: 5,721 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: CHAT M:03D B:0029 L:29
- Zoning: R60
- Special condition: None
Features
- Stories: 2
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite,Heated
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower
Lot
- Lot size: 1.63 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
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 | $24,018 | $288,216 |
| Home Insurance * | $1,420 | $17,040 |
| Property Taxes | $1,322 | $15,864 |
| Electricity | $1,128 | $13,537 |
| Total | $27,888 | $334,656 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-01 | Price change | $4,999,000 |
| 2026-02-24 | Listed for sale | $5,250,000 |
| 2025-12-02 | Listing removed | $5,495,000 |
| 2025-09-01 | Listed for sale | $5,495,000 |
| 2024-05-27 | Sold | $1,200,000 |
| 2024-05-01 | Pending sale | $1,200,000 |
| 1993-07-08 | Sold | $160,000 |
New Construction
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