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17 Massachusetts Avenue, Nantucket MA 02554

ActiveMadaket1 FamilySingle Family Residence
$11,500,000

$11,230 / sqft

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

1 + 1 half

Sq Ft

1,024

Lot

0.27 acres

Year Built

1932

Days on Market

186

Description

A truly rare and prestigious opportunity to acquire direct waterfront property on Madaket Harbor. This exceptional offering includes a detached garage/party barn, and exclusive beach frontage—where the sand is yours to claim and the sunsets over Tuckernuck Island are nothing short of breathtaking. Set on the water’s edge, the custom three-bedroom, one and one half bath home presents endless possibilities to craft a bespoke Nantucket cottage in an iconic and tranquil location. This is more than a home—it’s a legacy property waiting for the next steward to enjoy.

Property Details

MLS #92411
StatusActive
Property Type1 Family
Sub TypeSingle Family Residence
NeighborhoodMadaket
MLS AreaMadaket
CityNantucket
StateMA
Zip02554
List Price$11,500,000
Price / Sq Ft$11,230
Bedrooms3
Full Baths1
Half Baths1
Total Rooms5
Living Area1,024 sqft
Lot Size0.27 acres
Year Built1932
Days on Market186
ZoningR20
FurnishedUnfurnished
Fireplaces0
PoolNo
GarageYes
SewerSeptic Tank
Water SourceWell
Septic Bedrooms0
Second DwellingNone
OwnerALGER SARAH F TRST
Parcel #315
Tax Map #60.3.1
Annual Tax$10,500
Assessed Value$428,800
Tax Year2026
On Market DateJul 9, 2025
First ListedMay 4, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 4, 2026
Latitude41.2742504
Longitude-70.2064268

Heating

GFHA

Parking

yes

Exterior

DeckGardenPatioPorch

View

HbrHrb

Utilities

Cbl

Flooring

Ceramic tile

Appliances

Stove: WolfeWasher: Whirlpool

Interior Features

AC,Ins,Irr,OShFloor 1: Enter in the side door to a large vaulted living room with views of Madakaet harbor from every window. With clean lines and timeless design, the open-concept layout captures the natural beauty of the surroundings while maintaining a sense of warmth and comfort. The home features a renovated galley kitchen with top of the line appliances, two serene bedrooms with queen beds, a cozy bunk room that comfortably sleeps four, and a beautifully updated full bathroom with direct access to a spacious outdoor shower—perfect after a day on the water. There is also a half bath. Vaulted ceilings throughout create an airy, open feel, while curated original elements from the home’s earlier structure add a unique sense of history and character. Completely renovated with meticulous attention to detail, the entire home blends modern luxury with coastal charm. From top to bottom, every space has been reimagined to offer both beauty and function—creating a turnkey retreat ready for effortless Nantucket living.

Foundation

block

Lot Features

See COT #20,778 and Book 830 Page 88yes

Additional MLS Details

SewerSeptic Tank
ZoningR20
Tax Year2026
FlooringCeramic tile
Garage YNtrue
LINK Psf11230.4687
FurnishedUnfurnished
Owner NameALGER SARAH F TRST
AppliancesStove: Wolfe, Washer: Whirlpool
Rooms Total5
Lot FeaturesSee COT #20,778 and Book 830 Page 88, yes
Water SourceWell
On Market Date2025-07-09
Parcel Number315
Tax Map Number60.3.1
Pool Private YNfalse
Tax Annual Amount10500
Interior FeaturesAC,Ins,Irr,OSh, Floor 1: Enter in the side door to a large vaulted living room with views of Madakaet harbor from every window. With clean lines and timeless design, the open-concept layout captures the natural beauty of the surroundings while maintaining a sense of warmth and comfort. The home features a renovated galley kitchen with top of the line appliances, two serene bedrooms with queen beds, a cozy bunk room that comfortably sleeps four, and a beautifully updated full bathroom with direct access to a spacious outdoor shower—perfect after a day on the water. There is also a half bath. Vaulted ceilings throughout create an airy, open feel, while curated original elements from the home’s earlier structure add a unique sense of history and character. Completely renovated with meticulous attention to detail, the entire home blends modern luxury with coastal charm. From top to bottom, every space has been reimagined to offer both beauty and function—creating a turnkey retreat ready for effortless Nantucket living.
Tax Assessed Value428800
Fireplace Features0
Foundation Detailsblock
Original List Price11500000
LINK Septic Bedrooms0
LINK Listing Dwell2None
Original Entry Timestamp2025-07-02T10:43:45.117Z

Listing Agent

Marybeth Gibson & Jessica Newman

Maury People Sotheby's International Realty

Price History

DateEventPriceChange
May 4, 2026Listed$11,500,000

Sales History

DateSale PriceList PriceBuyerMLS #
Oct 2, 2009$1,675,000$1,950,000Alger71915

Tax History

YearTax AmountAssessed ValueLandImprovements
2026$10,500$428,800

Market Context

Madaket Avg

$4,487,636

Madaket Median

$3,395,000

Island Avg

$6,064,676

Island Median

$4,299,000

Property Context

Wetlands NearbyNo

Source: MassGIS / FEMA NFHL. For informational purposes only — verify with Town of Nantucket.

MLS Listing #92411 — Data as of 2026-05-04