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Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock

Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock

$787,514 Average Value
$318 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Coastal neighborhood in Plymouth County

New England’s coastal charm is embodied in Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock, a Marshfield neighborhood situated right along the water. From the land of the Wampanoag Native American tribe to 17th-century pilgrim settlements, this area and its natural beauty have attracted inhabitants for centuries. “There are a lot more permanent residents than tourists,” says Glenn McDonald, a senior broker associate with Success! Real Estate and an Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock resident. “Of course, there are a couple of rentals on the beach, but it’s predominantly families who have been living here for years.” Because of the permanent local population, restaurants and shops in this area stay open year-round. Residents here have immediate access to several popular beaches and public parks. Students are zoned for Marshfield Public Schools, which receive an overall A-minus rating from Niche.

Brant Rock's strong connection to the ocean is displayed in its local art work.
Brant Rock's strong connection to the ocean is displayed in its local art work.
The Brant Rock received its name from this large rock formation jetting out into the Atlantic.
The Brant Rock received its name from this large rock formation jetting out into the Atlantic.
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Five beaches within walking distance

“The neighborhood has five distinct beaches,” McDonald says. “They all have public parking, and they’re within walking distance, but Rexhame Beach is probably the most popular because it’s one of the largest.” The other four beaches include Brant Rock Beach, Sunrise Beach, Fieldstone Beach and Old Rexhame Beach; all except Brant Rock Beach have wide stretches of soft sand. Rexhame Beach also has sand dunes adorned by beach plum shrubs and American beachgrass. During the warmer months, residents flock to the beaches for skimboarding, surfing and swimming. Situated between Rexhame and Old Rexhame Beach is Beadles Rocks, a rocky outcropping popular for striped bass fishing. This neighborhood is also home to Tower Avenue Park, which has a playground and picnic area as well as an outdoor athletic complex featuring multi-purpose ballfields and a basketball court.

Beachgoers enjoy the Sun at Rexhame Beach in Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock.
Beachgoers enjoy the Sun at Rexhame Beach in Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock.
Enjoy the beaches of Ocean Bluff - Brant Rock.
Enjoy the beaches of Ocean Bluff - Brant Rock.
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Haddad’s Ocean Café has served seafood since 1937

There are a number of unique eateries and local shops dotting the Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock area: “It’s a small neighborhood-style store with a bit of everything,” McDonald says. “There’s a bakery, a butcher and lots of produce. Everyone goes here; it’s the heart of the community.” One of the most popular dining spots is Haddad’s Ocean Café, a seafood restaurant with an adjacent fish market that’s been a staple in the community since it opened in 1937. Right next door is Brant Rock Hop, a retro-themed breakfast diner specializing in classic American favorites. Residents can also dine at The Point Restaurant, which is located on the Marshfield Town Pier and is only a short walk away from Blackman’s Point. Less than 3 miles away from the neighborhood is the town’s downtown area, which has a Star Market supermarket, an Ocean State Job Lot discount chain and a combined Marshalls & HomeGoods department store.

Grab a cocktail at the Fairview Inn in Ocean Bluff - Brant Rock.
Grab a cocktail at the Fairview Inn in Ocean Bluff - Brant Rock.
Stop by The Hop for breakfast and lunch while you're in Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock.
Stop by The Hop for breakfast and lunch while you're in Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock.
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Beachside bungalows and waterfront new builds

There’s a wide variety of housing styles in this neighborhood – potential homebuyers can find everything from classic Cape Cod dwellings and beachfront bungalows to traditional Colonial-style homes and newly built waterfront properties. “Almost everything on the water is less than 10 years old,” McDonald says. “They all had to be built on stilts to comply with flood zones.” Although most properties feature ample yard space, a lack of mature trees in the area means that a handful of residential streets lack shaded sidewalks. A majority of single-family homes in Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock sell between approximately $500,000 and $1 million, although there are a number of outliers on either end of that range. Townhouses and condominiums here tend to start around $300,000 and can climb into the low $600,000s. “Regardless of the cost or location, houses here always sell briskly and above asking price,” McDonald says.

The elaborate attention to detail is evident in this victorian Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock home.
The elaborate attention to detail is evident in this victorian Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock home.
Large coastal contemporary-style homes with open floor plans can be found throughout Brant Rock.
Large coastal contemporary-style homes with open floor plans can be found throughout Brant Rock.
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Marshfield Lobsterfest and Fourth of July celebrations

In mid-September, the Marshfield Chamber of Commerce puts together the Marshfield Lobsterfest, an annual community event featuring local food vendors and artisans, live entertainment and cook-off competitions. Lobsterfest is hosted at the Town Pier and also has a number of kid-friendly activities, including face painting and a bouncy house. One of Marshfield’s busiest times is the week of July 4th, when people come from all over to celebrate fireworks at one of the town’s many beaches; the Rexhame Beach Association, in particular, is known for its annual Fourth of July parade and cookout.

Lobster Fest is held every September in the Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock neighborhood.
Lobster Fest is held every September in the Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock neighborhood.
Four-legged friends love Lobster fest in Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock.
Four-legged friends love Lobster fest in Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock.
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High marks for Marshfield Public Schools

Depending on their address, young learners may attend either the A-minus-rated Daniel Webster Elementary or the A-rated Governor Winslow Elementary School, which was ranked No. 6 on Niche’s 2024 “Best Public Elementary Schools in Plymouth County” list. Furnace Brook Middle School is rated A-minus and was named the fifth-best public middle school in Plymouth County by Niche in 2024. Marshfield High School (MHS) receives a B-plus rating; the high school football team, the Marshfield Rams, has won several state championships, their most recent win being in 2014. MHS also offers a computer science program with video game design and coding courses.

Marshfield High School has strong club & activities receiving an A- from Niche in this category.
Marshfield High School has strong club & activities receiving an A- from Niche in this category.
Furnace Brook Middle School received an overall A- rating from Niche.
Furnace Brook Middle School received an overall A- rating from Niche.
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Ocean Street leads to Marshfield’s downtown area

Adjacent to Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock is the Marshfield Municipal Airport, which is open to the public and is also known as George Harlow Field. Ocean Street – or Route 139 – is the main thoroughfare that runs throughout the neighborhood and connects residents to Marshfield’s downtown area. GATRA (Greater Attleboro Taunton Regional Transit Authority) operates the SAIL Marshfield/Duxbury/Kingston route, which runs through the neighborhood and stops at Brant Rock and the Green Harbor General Store. The Kingston and Halifax MBTA commuter rail stations are both approximately a 12-mile drive away and run along the Kingston Line, which travels into Boston.

Get your hair styled at Toni & Company Hair Salon in Ocean Bluff - Brant Rock.
Get your hair styled at Toni & Company Hair Salon in Ocean Bluff - Brant Rock.
Brant Rock Laundromat always has an abundance of machines for washing clothes.
Brant Rock Laundromat always has an abundance of machines for washing clothes.
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Local marshes prone to flooding

Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock is prone to flooding, although many of the homes in the at-risk areas have raised foundations to minimize the chance of water damage; most of the flooding comes from the Everson Island tributary and generally tends to only affect unoccupied marshland rather than residential areas. The neighborhood’s overall CAP Index crime score is 2 out of 10, which is lower than the national average of 4.

Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock offers a beautiful combination of Ocean and Marsh.
Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock offers a beautiful combination of Ocean and Marsh.
The sun sets over another beautiful day in Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock.
The sun sets over another beautiful day in Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Edward Lawrence Logan International

53 min drive

Bus

Brant Rock

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$499,900
Median Sale Price
$480,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$480,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$835,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
46
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
26%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$318

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,972
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1952
Months of Supply
1.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,448
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,844
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,179
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
518
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
354
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227

Open Houses

  • Friday, Aug 1
    5:30 - 7pm

    328 Ocean St, Marshfield, MA 02050

    $1,599,900

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3,812 Sq Ft
    • 328 Ocean St
    • New 1 day ago

    WHAT ELSE COMPARES? HERE ARE THE FACTS: NEW CONSTRUCTION. DIRECT WATERFRONT. NO FLOOD INSURANCE.5 BEDROOMS.4 DECKS. What a list! What views. Sitting 10 feet above street level, high and proud above the waves behind a newer expanded/taller seawall. Parking for 7 cars. Come experience the breathtaking views from the true gourmet kitchen, w/ appliances by Dacor and Bosch. Gas fireplace in living

    Evan sobran The Sobran Group

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  • Saturday, Aug 2
    10 - 11:30am

    473 Ocean St, Marshfield, MA 02050

    $1,199,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 3,528 Sq Ft
    • 473 Ocean St

    Bring The Whole Family To This Beautifully Updated Coastal Gem Steps From The Ocean!! Beach Access Across Street! Updated Kitchen W/ Stainless, Granite, New Cabinets & Flooring, 1st Floor Bedroom & Full Bath! LG Front To Back LR - DR Combo Complete W/ New Gas Fireplace. Den W/ Slider & Deck Used For A Guest Room, Lg Loft Great For Office/Craft/Guest Room, New Windows/Sliders, Furnace & A/C 2019,

    Connie Spicuzza Keller Williams Realty Signature Properties

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
4,953
Median Age
53
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.9%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$106,201
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$116,514

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.7%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
37.9%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13%
% Population in Labor Force
67.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
10''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

36 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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