Investment Analysis — 178 School St

Dennis, MA 02670

Based on HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent for Barnstable Town, MA MSA, a 3-bedroom in 02670 carries an estimated $2,710/mo in gross rent — about a 3.34% cap rate and $22,851/yr in estimated NOI at the $685,000 list price. Adjust every assumption in the calculator below.

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Beds

Baths

1.5

SqFt

1,456

Style

Single Family

Built

1873

Discover the possibilities of West Dennis living in this charming 3-bedroom Cape Cod home, ideally located just minutes from beautiful West Dennis Beach and the warm waters of Nantucket Sound. Set on a generous lot in an established neighborhood, this property offers something increasingly hard to find—a desirable coastal location, exceptional outdoor space, and the opportunity to make a home your own. The expansive yard is a standout feature, offering plenty of room for summer gatherings, outdoor dining, gardening, recreation, or simply relaxing after a day at the beach. Inside, the home provides classic Cape Cod character along with the flexibility to update and personalize it to suit your vision. Whether you're looking for a year-round home, Cape Cod getaway, or investment opportunity, the location offers tremendous appeal. Beaches, boating, golf, restaurants, shopping, and Mid-Cape attractions are all within easy reach. Bring your ideas and discover the potential of this special West Dennis property—a home, a location, and an opportunity to create your own Cape Cod lifestyle.

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 728 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,456 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 17,860 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Estimates — not financial advice

These figures are illustrative estimates for informational purposes only — not an appraisal, valuation, or guarantee of rent, income, or returns, and not financial, tax, or investment advice. Rent is either the figure reported on the MLS listing — in-place rent that may differ from market and is not verified against the actual leases — or, where the listing reports none, an estimate from HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, a government benchmark that may differ from actual market rent. Each figure is labelled with its source. Cap rate, NOI, and returns depend on the assumptions shown, which you can change. MLS and other third-party data may be inaccurate or out of date. Verify all figures independently and consult your own financial, tax, and legal advisors before making any investment decision.