$1,925,000
-2.5% from original list of $1,975,000 · October 7, 2026
69 River Street, South Yarmouth, MA 02664
4 bedrooms
3 Full Baths
2,988 Sq Ft
0.58 acres
1 Car Garage
MLS# 22604323 · Residential / (Single Family Residence)
Listed: Thursday, September 10, 2026
Listed: Thursday, September 10, 2026
- Built-Ins
- Kayaking
- Private Backyard
- 1st Floor Primary Bedroom
- Private Pool
- Fireplace
- Renovated 1996
- 1-Car Garage
- Marina
About This Property
NEW PRICE! This gracious Sea Captain's home, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was built by Capt. Freeman Matthews, and is located just steps from the historic Bass River Windmill Beach and Rotary. Solid, grand and spacious, featuring high ceilings, refinished pine floors, formal living rm w/ gas FP, library w/ built-ins, and comfortable family room opening to patio. Remodeled kitchen, LARGE 1st flr primary w/ new bath. Three more bedrooms up, w/ peeks of river and West Dennis beach. Finished 3rd flr (unheated & not included in sq ft) offers huge potential for bonus room/office. 4 bed septic system/passing Title V. Lovingly cared for over the years. Outside, the stunner is an expansive, fully fenced, VERY PRIVATE backyard with a 40'x20' Roman-end heated, salt water pool and approx.1,100 sq. ft. of cobblestone surround. Lawn, patios, mature gardens - this home is an oasis within an oasis - offering a rare opportunity to live in the heart of the treasured Bass River community. Situated near the mouth of the river, a premium location for direct access to Nantucket Sound or kayaking across to Boater's Beach. The garage/storage barn is known to be the site of the very first Bass River General Store. Historical artifacts from the mercantile business still preserved on site! Bass River Yacht Club and Ship Shops are just down the street. Drop your kayak in the water at the Windmill Beach. Take in the sailboat races from River St. Or never leave your backyard!! Amazing year round home and FANTASTIC RENTAL POSSIBILITIES with the heated pool and premium location across from the Windmill Beach. House is serviced by municipal water, and an independent well services the irrigation system and pool. Exterior is painted with Rhino Shield (coating designed to protect against environmental wear and tear) carrying a 25 year warranty. See long list of Features, Updates and Improvements.
Property Details
Property TypeResidential
(Single Family Residence)
(Single Family Residence)
StatusFor Sale
MLS Number22604323
Year Built1840
Annual Taxes$6,630 (2026)
Total Assessment$951,200
Square Footage2,988
Price/Sq Ft$644/sq ft
Lot Size0.58 acres
Total Rooms9
Bedrooms4
Full Baths3
RenovatedYes
Year Renovated1996
Heat Source
Natural Gas
Add'l Heating
Heat Pump, Forced Hot Water
Cooling A/C
Wall Unit(s)
Garage Spaces1
Days on Market36
WaterfrontNo
Private PoolYes
Private Pool Description
Heated, In Ground, Vinyl
Miles to Beach0 - .1
Fireplaces1
Lot Features
Cleared, Fenced/Enclosed, Level
Bedroom Details
Primary Bedroom
- First Floor
- 18' (L)
- 17' (W)
- Cedar Closet(s)
- High Ceilings
- Private Full Bath
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Wood Flooring
Bedroom 2
- Second Floor
- 12' 5" (L)
- 9' (W)
- Wood Flooring
Bedroom 3
- Second Floor
- 25' (L)
- 13' (W)
- Wood Flooring
Bedroom 4
- Second Floor
Living Area Details
Living Room
- First Floor
- 21' (L)
- 14' (W)
- High Ceilings
- Wood Flooring
- Built-in Features
- Gas Fireplace
Dining Room
- First Floor
- 18' (L)
- 12' (W)
- Dining Area
- High Ceilings
- Pantry
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- First Floor
- 16' (L)
- 13' (W)
- Bay/Bow Windows
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Gas Stove
- Granite Counters
- Laminate Flooring
- Pantry
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Electric Dryer
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Library
- First Floor
- 14' (L)
- 13' (W)
- Built-in Features
- High Ceilings
- Wood Flooring
Family Room
- First Floor
- 21' (L)
- 17' (W)
- Built-in Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- French Door
- Recessed Lighting
- Skylight
Office
- Third Floor
- Carpet Flooring
Convenient To
- House of Worship
- In Town Location
- Marina
- Public Tennis
- Shopping
- Convenient to Bass River
- Convenient to Windmill Beach
- Convenient to Smugglers Beach
Exterior Features
- Garden
- Hot Tub
- Private Yard
- Underground Sprinkler System
Interior Features
- Attic Storage
- Cedar Closet(s)
- Entrance Foyer
- Mud Room
- Pantry
- Recessed Lighting
Location
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