$1,295,000 Price Analysis    ♡   Edgartown, MA 02539 2 bed 2 bath 1,275 SqFt ($1015/SqFt) 0.34 acre lot. Built 1972 Listed 2024-05-06, Taxes $1,902 | May be USDA loan restricted due to income limits near Edgartown |
Own a Piece of Architectural History.
This splendid home was designed by the award-winning Architect, Robert D. Orr Jr. and originally featured in House and Garden magazine. Each unique aspect of this home possesses its own creative details and charm. Island Fortress as it was named by the magazine, has a variety of architectural features that have been expanded upon, creating a unified whole, enriching the experience of its myriad spaces. The many angles, curves and inclusion of numerous windows maximize the enjoyment of daily living, allowing you to fully appreciate the views from the interior and exterior spaces throughout. This remarkable, one-of-a-kind home, features 1, 275 square feet of living space, over 1, 300 square feet of mahogany decking on three separate levels and a tower with a wall of windows. The main level on the second floor is designed for you to live in the tree-tops. You will find an open eat-in kitchen with access to a 100+ square-foot deck for outdoor dining and newer, stainless-steel appliances.
The home features a sizable living area with a wall of large windows, a dramatic, twelve-foot ceiling to the level above, with two sunny bedrooms and 1-1/2 baths. The top floor has yet another large sunny deck and a gorgeous, scenic tower-room, set apart from the rest: a perfect, quiet space for an offce or serene retreat for a yoga studio. Imagine the numerous possibilities of the expansive deck on the lower level. It features 30+ square feet of mahogany decking and access to an enclosed laundry area and utility closet. The home is move-in ready with newer electric, wall-board, paint and energy-efficient, spray-foam insulation. Enjoy your own Island Fortress, a terrific opportunity to own one of the most unique properties on Martha's Vineyard. Location: Conveniently located on a quiet street off the Edgartown/Vineyard Haven Road and two miles to the towns center, it is not far from the islands public schools; 2.5 miles to Marthas Vineyard Regional High Sc hool and 2.3 miles to Edgartown Elementary School and the new Edgartown Library. It has easy access to the Island Ferry Terminals, the Island Transit bus-lines and plenty of off-street parking, a perfect location for homeowners or investors, alike. R20 zoning: Home is positioned on the lot to allow for a large garden. Expansion potential
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Martha's Vineyard Homes.
Property MLS #41898 from LINKMarthasVineyard
Full Bathrooms: 1
1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Flooring: Hardwood
Heating Features: Electric
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Lot Size Acres: 0.3443
Lot Size Square Feet: 15000
Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0
Source Listing Status: Active
Tax Year: 2024
Source Property Type: Single Family Residence
Parcel Number: 11A244
Zoning: R20
Property Subtype: 1 Family
Source System Name: C2C
| Year | Assessments Building + Land Total | Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $383,400 + $371,300 $754,700 | $1,902 |
| 2022 | $258,700 + $371,250 $629,950 | $1,909 |
| 2021 | $231,000 + $371,250 $602,250 | $1,975 |
| 2020 | $258,700 + $337,500 $596,200 | $1,997 |
| 2019 | $258,700 + $337,500 $596,200 | $2,307 |
| 2018 | $180,500 + $337,500 $518,000 | $2,005 |
| 2017 | $191,900 + $337,500 $529,400 | $1,879 |
| 2016 | $216,300 + $337,500 $553,800 | $2,005 |
| 2015 | $155,200 + $334,700 $489,900 | $1,700 |
| 2014 | $169,500 + $318,800 $488,300 | $1,807 |
| 2006 | $140,000 + $291,500 $431,500 | $1,307 |
| 2005 | $121,400 + $231,200 $352,600 | $1,075 |
| 2004 | $128,000 + $161,300 $289,300 | $1,015 |
| 2003 | $116,400 + $108,300 $224,700 | $827 |
$1,295,000
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Public Record
Building Area Total: 1275
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Property Age: 52
Year Built Effective: 2016
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Water Source: Well
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