Cape Cod Waterfront Homes
Searching for waterfront property on Cape Cod can be simultaneously exciting and confusing. Waterfront properties on Cape Cod range from direct access to the ocean to frontage on a bay, pond, or lake, depending upon their location.
From flood insurance to tidal changes, mooring availability and beach access, it is important to have a real estate professional by your side who can provide guidance on these issues. Our website offers view of waterfront property by both town and neighborhood so that you can most efficiently focus your search and make the right choice. If a waterfront home challenges your budget, you may interested in a waterview home.
Cape Cod Waterfront Homes For Sale
Cape Cod Waterfront Homes For Sale September 29, 2023
131
Listed
119
Avg. DOM
N/A
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$2,300,000
Med. List Price
$30,000,000
7
Beds
9F51/2
Baths
3.66
Acres
2012
Year Built
303
Days on Site
22200155
MLS
Set on Osterville's exclusive Sea View Avenue with commanding views over Nantucket Sound and an unprecedented 280 feet of private sandy beach, a once-in-a-lifetime coastal oasis awaits. Magnificent...
$15,300,000
7
Beds
5F11/2
Baths
3.7
Acres
1940
Year Built
570
Days on Site
22200926
MLS
One of the finest oceanfront properties to exist in all of New England, ''High Scatteree'' sits proudly on nearly 3.7 acres and is sited to enjoy commanding water views. Behind tall and established...
$13,500,000
5
Beds
5F11/2
Baths
12.28
Acres
2001
Year Built
114
Days on Site
22302314
MLS
Unveiling 1825 S County Road, a masterpiece of privacy nestled in Osterville. This unique 5-bed, 6-bath sanctuary on a sprawling 12-acre property with a private island is a testament to unparalleled...
$13,250,000
4
Beds
3F21/2
Baths
9.53
Acres
2018
Year Built
58
Days on Site
22303202
MLS
Introducing a truly extraordinary oceanfront oasis! Nestled in the dunes of Black Beach and facing due west with spectacular sunset views over Buzzards Bay, this magnificent residence invites you to...
$13,000,000
7
Beds
6
Baths
5.98
Acres
1988
Year Built
435
Days on Site
22203874
MLS
Welcome to ''Point House'' a spectacular 5.98-acre waterfront estate on a peninsula overlooking the glistening waters of West Bay. In a setting of unsurpassed beauty, the 4,896 square foot residence...
$12,900,000
Neighborhood:
North Hill
8
Beds
6
Baths
2.94
Acres
1940
Year Built
261
Days on Site
22300106
MLS
Magnificent eight bedroom mansion from days gone by designed by Architect Edward Sears Read. Perched on a hill overlooking Chatham Harbor, North Beach, and the Atlantic Ocean beyond. Almost 300 feet...
$12,500,000
8
Beds
4F11/2
Baths
2.45
Acres
1900
Year Built
196
Days on Site
22300899
MLS
From its unparalleled location on Little Island in Osterville, this special waterfront estate overlooks the sparkling waters of West Bay and offers breathtaking water vistas from its private and...
$11,000,000
4
Beds
2F31/2
Baths
0.08
Acres
1990
Year Built
105
Days on Site
22302465
MLS
Over 400 feet of DEEPWATER DOCK space. Where else on Cape Cod can you buy a 4 bedroom home and dock your 125' luxury yacht?This is your opportunity to own one of the most iconic, valuable & unique...
$11,000,000
10
Beds
6F21/2
Baths
1.79
Acres
1924
Year Built
15
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...
$10,500,000
6
Beds
5F11/2
Baths
0.08
Acres
1800
Year Built
38
Days on Site
22303511
MLS
One of a kind, beachfront compound in the center of Provincetown with three separate and distinctively designed homes. The property is an in-town oasis which you'll quickly feel as you leave the...
$9,250,000
5
Beds
4F11/2
Baths
1.77
Acres
1983
Year Built
30
Days on Site
22303533
MLS
If you have been dreaming of owning a waterfront home that offers the epitome of coastal living, look no further than this property on Penzance Point in Woods Hole, Massachusetts. Elevated on the...
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Cape Cod Waterfront Home Considerations
- Location — do you want to be near a bustling resort area or town or are you looking for a more secluded retreat away from the crowds?
- Consider the property more than the structure — you may fall in love with a house but realize only after buying it, that the swimming isn’t ideal or there is a 10-year wait for a mooring to use your boat. Tides can also be a strong factor in limiting when you can use a boat and even access the beach. You can change the house but you can’t change the property so research is essential.
- Flood zones and insurance — Flood insurance is often critical for waterfront properties, even if you’re not technically in a designated flood zone, so budget for premiums accordingly.
- Easements and Rights of Way — check for any easements or Rights of Way on your property that grant others access to the water through your land. Easements can impact your privacy and control over the shoreline so understanding these rights is key before making a purchase.
- Permits and Restrictions — waterfront properties often come with specific zoning regulations, environmental permits, and restrictions. These rules may limit construction, renovations or additions, to protect the local ecosystem. It’s important to understand what improvements you can and cannot make before purchase. For example, Cape Cod has stopped issuing permits for new boat docks so you are unable to build a new dock, regardless of what the listing may say.
- Property condition — erosion, exposure to saltwater and other harsh weather conditions all affect a property’s condition as well as the need for ongoing maintenance. Understanding the history of the property and its resilience against natural elements is vital to avoid future surprises.