Westport
Suburban Neighborhood in Dartmouth, Massachusetts
Bristol County 02747, 02790
Homes on large lots
The median home price in Westport is around $675,000, and buyers should expect to pay an average of $370 per square foot. Homes here don’t often come up for sale, though, so potential buyers may need to exercise patience while they wait for a home to come on the market. Lot sizes are larger than many other neighborhoods in the area; the median lot size in Westport is over 50,000 square feet, whereas the state median is just over 19,000 square feet. Smaller bungalows and ranch-style homes can range in price from $205,000 to $535,000, and larger colonial-style, farmhouse-style and contemporary homes can range from $600,000 to $2.8 million. The neighborhood also has a low crime rate, with an overall CAP index score of 1, as compared to the national average of 4.
Get outside in Westport
Nature lovers will find a lot to like about Westport. The Westport River serves as the neighborhood’s western boundary, giving residents easy access to the water. For those who prefer to spend their time on terra firma, the ominous-sounding (but safe) Destruction Brook Woods is a popular getaway. With 280 acres of wooded forest to explore and an easy 5-mile loop trail winding its way through the area, Destruction Brook Woods is great for those who want to get out and enjoy nature. Within the dense expanse of trees lies the area’s namesake Destruction Brook, which once served as the power source for local mills that served as the backbone of Westport’s early economy.
Westport Public Schools
Westport Public Schools receives an overall rating of B from Niche. Westport Elementary and the merged Westport Junior/Senior High School both receive a B-minus rating. The $97 million combined school opened in fall 2021, with shared spaces like a media center sitting between the two halves. Students there can participate in any of over 20 school-sponsored clubs, and they have the opportunity to play 16 varsity-level sports. Parents also have multiple private school options in the area, including nearby Portsmouth Abbey School, which earns an A-plus rating from Niche.
Close-by urban conveniences
For family-friendly entertainment that feels a little more urban, residents can head to Caddy Shack, which features a double-deck driving range, a miniature golf course, bumper boats, batting cages and more.Speaking of a more urban feel, Westport offers residents nearby access to Route 6 and all the commercial establishments along that major thoroughfare. “It’s very close to the retail corridor, despite the rural nature of the area,” says local real estate broker Jay Lanagan. “That combination is one of the major reasons people choose to live there.” Just east of the neighborhood on Route 6 is Persey’s Place, a local chain featuring breakfast and lunch classics. Another local favorite is Cask & Pig Kitchen and Alehouse, where the menu features pub grub classics like trashcan nachos and more refined entrees like mango salmon, as well as 24 different beers on tap and 22 TVs.
The nearby Dartmouth Mall offers one-stop shopping for those living in Westport: Stop & Shop for groceries, Target for home necessities and 71 different retailers that include Old Navy, Foot Locker and American Eagle. The mall is also home to a 12-screen AMC movie theater and multiple dining options.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Manny Lindo
Manny Lindo
Highland Real Estate Group
(774) 713-9051
106 Total Sales
4 in Westport
$190K - $385K Price Range
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Byron R. Ford, Jr.
Byron R. Ford, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties
(401) 681-8108
141 Total Sales
1 in Westport
$735,000 Price
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Kenneth Mongeon
Kenneth Mongeon
Responds QuicklyKAM Realty
(774) 713-9417
149 Total Sales
2 in Westport
$140K - $300K Price Range
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Steven Mazza
Steven Mazza
Responds QuicklyGibson Sotheby's International Realty
(774) 309-2692
36 Total Sales
2 in Westport
$205K - $539K Price Range
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Donna Whritenour
Donna Whritenour
Responds QuicklyLamacchia Realty, Inc.
(774) 713-8766
50 Total Sales
1 in Westport
$240,000 Price
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Robert Swift
Robert Swift
Responds QuicklyEdge Realty RI
(508) 850-0331
40 Total Sales
1 in Westport
$650,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 2nd
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Coastal Wine Trail
Westport Town Farm
Woodcock Rifle Range
Russells Mills Landing
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Playground
Apponagansett Beach Playground
Paskamansett Park
Horseneck Beach State Reservation
- Camping
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Westport | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Westport Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westport, Dartmouth sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Westport, Dartmouth over the last 12 months is $620,000, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$714,000
Median Sale Price
$620,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$620,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$2,425,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$413
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,093
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1979
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,936
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,280
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
40,510
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,722
Median Age
33
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
17.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$109,652
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$133,931
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.4%
College Graduates
39%
Advanced Degrees
18.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
56.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
33''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
26
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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