Cape Cod Riverfront Homes

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While Cape Cod is best known as a coastal paradise for its pristine beaches, it also offers riverfront living as a picturesque alternative. Some buyers are drawn to rivers for the outdoor recreation opportunities, including kayaking, paddle boarding, rafting and boating. Others find the area wildlife and nature preserves appealing.  If the prospect of riverfront living appeals to you, feel free to explore the homes listed for sale on this page.

Cape Cod Riverfront Homes For Sale

Cape Cod Riverfront Homes For Sale September 28, 2023
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Listed
127
Avg. DOM
N/A
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$2,350,000
Med. List Price
19 Properties
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10
Beds
6F21/2
Baths
1.79
Acres
1924
Year Built
14
Days on Site
22303969
MLS
Before Cape Cod was a popular vacation destination, Helen J. Quinn, heiress to the Grand Union grocery chain, purchased almost 20 acres of land by the Centerville River. Several homes for her family...
7
Beds
6F21/2
Baths
0.99
Acres
1870
Year Built
336
Days on Site
22205726
MLS
This extraordinary waterfront estate with magnificent water views over Centerville River and Nantucket Sound features 200 linear feet of water frontage, a private deep-water dock, and waterside...
6
Beds
4F11/2
Baths
1.48
Acres
1938
Year Built
178
Days on Site
22205347
MLS
Perfectly sited on 1.4 acres directly on Oyster Pond River, this spectacular waterfront six bedroom property overlooks one of Chatham's most coveted vistas of the iconic Stage Harbor Lighthouse. From...
$4,695,000
Neighborhood: Little Neck Bay
5
Beds
6
Baths
1.77
Acres
1997
Year Built
109
Days on Site
22302380
MLS
Serenity awaits you in this superiorly built home nestled at the end of a long drive in the highly desirable picturesque seaside community of Little Neck Bay. Upon entering this home, you are...
3
Beds
3F31/2
Baths
0.14
Acres
2024
Year Built
125
Days on Site
22302126
MLS
NEW CONSTRUCTION WATERFRONT ON BASS RIVER, South Yarmouth Spectacular New Construction 3,000+/- square foot Waterfront Home to be built on Prestigious and highly desirable Bass River in South...
4
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
1.67
Acres
1980
Year Built
148
Days on Site
22301710
MLS
This one-of-a-kind contemporary home on Arey's Pond built into the natural sloping lot offers 1.67 acres of privacy with it's own licensed dock that will lead you out to Little Pleasant bay and...
4
Beds
5F11/2
Baths
8.07
Acres
2004
Year Built
65
Days on Site
22303045
MLS
Located in the sought after village of Centerville, this southside custom built contemporary colonial with 6,432sq.ft of living space is situated on 8+ acres, surrounded by the Centerville River,...
3
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
0.87
Acres
2007
Year Built
24
Days on Site
22303769
MLS
Looking for easy water access and waterfront perfection? This custom-built home on Eel Pond promises to leave you in awe. The oversized front door opens to reveal breathtaking views of Eel Pond,...
4
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
0.91
Acres
1953
Year Built
27
Days on Site
22303349
MLS
Rare, prime Bass River waterfront south of Highbank Bridge with outstanding views down river. This 2000+ sf ranch offers a unique floorplan allowing for side by side separate living. The primary side...
Open 9/30
1 Mayflower Circle Orleans,  MA 02653
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1.18
Acres
1998
Year Built
176
Days on Site
22205840
MLS
Contrary to GPS, 1 Mayflower is waterfront property located in the coveted Mayflower Point Association. Off the beaten path, wrapped in serenity and perched above the Namequoit River with frontage...
$2,100,000
Neighborhood: Seacoast Shores
4
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
0.21
Acres
2023
Year Built
632
Days on Site
22200068
MLS
Brand new WATERFRONT home to be built. Association beach is 1/2 mile in one direction and Clubhouse with pool and tennis courts is 1/2 mile in the other direction. Deep water access with no bridges,...
4
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
0.69
Acres
1986
Year Built
150
Days on Site
22301573
MLS
Location, location ,in area of fine homes. Waterfront and access to Herring River sits this first time offered Colonial , builders own home.Owners had accessible mooring for motor boat.Not...

More About Cape Cod Riverfront Living

Namequoit River

Cape Cod boasts a number of navigable rivers popular with boaters, even allowing for boat docks in some areas.The Namequoit River, also known as “The River,” is a winding inlet of salt water off Little Pleasant Bay that separates Barley Neck from East Orleans and South Orleans. Namequoit is especially prized by the boating and fishing communities because it’s a deep water river providing easy access to the open ocean.

Bass River

For boating enthusiasts, the properties along the Bass River are particularly sought-after. This protected body of water runs between West Dennis and South Yarmouth and houses an array of marinas and homes boasting private boat docks.

The Fingers of West Dennis

Not to be overlooked are The Fingers of West Dennis, a collection of homes lining eight parallel, man-made canals on Weir Creek. Positioned just north of the West Dennis Beach, near the mouth of the Bass River, this neighborhood is a haven for boaters and other waterspouts aficionados. Select properties come with deep-water docks just steps from the back door.

Herring River

The Herring River in Harwich runs out to Nantucket Sound and a select number of homes feature private boat docks or moorings.  Boating in the Herring River is somewhat restricted due to its tidal properties.  

Oyster Pond River

The Oyster Pond River in Chatham runs between Oyster Pond and Stage Harbor.  Many homes along the river feature either private boat docks or moorings and boaters enjoy convenient access to the open waters of both Nantucket Sound and the Atlantic Ocean.

Bumps River

The Bumps River is located in Barnstable and runs between the villages of Centerville and Osterville.  Many homes on on this river have private boat docks and enjoy access to the open waters of Nantucket Sound.  Residents enjoy convenient access to both Long Beach and Craigville Beach.