Just Listed
Address
72-a Commercial St, Provincetown, MA
Price
$ 2,999,999
Property Attributes
- MLS#73581434
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status New
- CountyBARNSTABLE
- CityProvincetown
- AreaProvincetown
- NeighborhoodWest-End
- Zip02657
- StyleAntique
- Year Built2020
- Taxes$ 8472
- Price$ 2,999,999
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1042
- Lot Size0.05 Acres
Data Source:
Massachusetts MLS Property Info Network (MLSPIN)
Property Description
A Provincetown icon. Two centuries of art, history, and extraordinary design. Featured in ELLE DECOR, 72A Commercial Street is a single family home that presents a once in a lifetime opportunity to own one of Provincetown's most distinctive and storied properties. Originally built around 1800 as the workshop of noted shipbuilder Sol Nickerson, the historic structure evolved over the next two centuries from workshop to artist's studio to an extraordinary private residence, its history intertwined with Provincetown's own evolution from seafaring village to legendary artists' colony. Set back off Commercial Street's west end along one of Provincetown's rare grass lanes, the setting feels almost impossibly romantic. The house and its spectacular garden have become among the most photographed and painted scenes in Provincetown, appearing in artwork throughout town and even serving as the backdrop for a Gucci campaign. Beyond the gate, layers of flowers and greenery provide color through every season, enveloping the house in a private, ever changing fairy tale setting across from the waterfront, restaurants, shops, and galleries.The home has been completely and meticulously overhauled, marrying its historic soul with the comforts of modern living. The structure was raised three feet and placed on an entirely new foundation, with all new systems and central heating and air conditioning. A private rear patio surrounded by additional gardens extends the living outdoors, while coveted off street parking for one car is accessed from Soper Street, just across the grass lane. Glimpses of the water appear throughout. Inside, acclaimed interior designer David Cafiero has brilliantly reimagined the residence while preserving the history, eccentricity, and soul that make it irreplaceable. Original architectural details mingle effortlessly with rich color, vintage furnishings, collected objects, and exceptional artwork. Every room feels layered, intimate, sophisticated, and entirely original. Most extraordinarily, 72A is being offered completely turnkey, including its carefully curated furnishings and remarkable collection of art, with works painted in this very house over the last 100 plus years. The home itself once served as the painting studio of noted artist F. Coulton Waugh, adding another extraordinary chapter to its artistic provenance. There are beautiful houses, and then there are houses that could exist nowhere else. 72A Commercial Street is the latter.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/23/2026 | Listed $2,999,999 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Propane |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | for Gas Oven |
| Roof | Wood |
| Appliances | Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Washer,Dryer,Range Hood |
| Zoning | Res2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Porch,Patio |
| Architectural Style | Antique |
| Security Features | Security System |
| Year Built | 2020 |
| Electric | 200+ Amp Service |
| View | Scenic View(s) |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Parcel Number | M:00062 B:0000 L:00610,2368510 |
| Waterfront Features | Harbor,Ocean,Walk to,0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach |
| Community Features | Shopping,Marina |
| County | Barnstable |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | West-End |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Waterview | Yes |
| Total Rooms | 5 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | New |
| Directions | GPS 72-A Commercial St Provincetown |
| City | Provincetown |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| MLS Area | Provincetown |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 2000 |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Year Built Details | Actual |
| Tax Annual Amount | 8472 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Builder |
| Tax Assessed Value | 1382100 |
| Certified Treated | None |
Interior Features
| Flooring | Wood,Reclaimed Wood |
|---|---|
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1042 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| LivingAreaSource | Measured |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Porch,Patio,Rain Gutters,Sprinkler System,Fenced Yard,Garden,Outdoor Shower |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced |
| Parking Features | Off Street,Deeded |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 1 |
| Lot Size Area | 0.05 |
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter,Brick/Mortar |
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 1042 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.05 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Road Frontage Type | Public |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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