Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $130,000 on Mar 7, 1994
78 PELICAN LN
FALMOUTH, MA 02540
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,640 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1911
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$130,000 · Mar 7, 1994
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,361 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$572,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$267,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$304,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$520,400
Climate Risk
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.4 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
CountyBarnstable
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck
Transaction History(5)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EMH
Mullen-HallC-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.2 mi
LawrenceC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.4 mi
Falmouth High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
District: Falmouth School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 02540These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.67%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,084
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.691 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,017
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,996
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%
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How this home compares
78 Pelican Ln measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Smaller than 69% of homes in Falmouth 02540
- Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Falmouth 02540
- Older than 95% of homes in Barnstable County
How it measures up in Falmouth 02540
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Falmouth 02540.
Living area1,640 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,013 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 31% of homes nearby
Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger
Bigger than 29% of homes nearby
Year built1911
OlderTypical 1970Newer
Newer than 8% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Falmouth 02540 | Barnstable County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,640 ft² | 31% of homes | 54% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.29 ac | 29% of homes | 30% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1911 | 8% of homes | 5% of homes |
About 78 Pelican Ln
When did 78 Pelican Ln, Falmouth, MA last sell?
78 Pelican Ln, Falmouth, MA last sold on Mar 7, 1994 for $130,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 78 Pelican Ln, Falmouth, MA?
78 Pelican Ln, Falmouth, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,640 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.
When was 78 Pelican Ln, Falmouth, MA built?
78 Pelican Ln, Falmouth, MA was built in 1911, making it 115 years old. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 78 Pelican Ln, Falmouth, MA?
78 Pelican Ln, Falmouth, MA is assigned to Mullen-Hall (elementary), rated C-; Lawrence (middle), rated C; Falmouth High School (high), rated B. All sit in Falmouth School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 78 Pelican Ln, Falmouth, MA compare to other homes in Falmouth 02540?
Among the 6,065 homes in Falmouth 02540, it is bigger than 31% of them (1,640 ft² against a typical 2,013 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1911 against a typical 1970). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 78 Pelican Ln, Falmouth, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 78 Pelican Ln, Falmouth, MA was $3,361. The county assessed it at $572,600.
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