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Gateway to up-island Martha's Vineyard
West Tisbury is the gateway to up-island, the part of Martha’s Vineyard where deer cross the winding rural streets and locals trek through the massive state forest. Straddling the line between lively down-island towns like Edgartown and hilly, deep country communities like Chilmark and Aquinnah, West Tisbury is an east-west link to the rest of the island. In this bucolic community, massive colonials and gray-shingled houses sit on grassy multi-acre lots with fire pits and Adirondack chairs, 1800s farmhouses overlook a freshwater pond and people come out every August to ride the Ferris wheel and eat fried dough at the country fair.
West Tisbury has a rural feel.
West Tisbury serves as the gateway to up-island Martha's Vineyard
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Martha's Vineyard Land Bank conserves island land
Life in West Tisbury synchronizes perfectly with nature. The town has a chunk of the Manuel F. Correllus State Forest, which spans 5,300 acres in the heart of Martha’s Vineyard. Locals ride bikes on the paved pathway, hike through the woods and ride their horses in this massive public park. Unlike other beach communities with unrestricted development, Martha's Vineyard is a haven for land preservation. This is made possible through the Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank, which purchases land to conserve it. The Land Bank is funded by a 2% surcharge on most island real estate purchases. “There are big chunks of the island that will never be built on,” says Win Baker, vice president of operations at Point B Realty in Edgartown. “There are lots of hiking and walking trails.” Trees, shrubs and flowers like azaleas grow at the Polly Hill Arboretum, open year-round, and Middle Road Sanctuary has steep, rocky hiking trails through valleys that lead to sweeping views of ponds. Kids learn to ride horses at Misty Meadows Equine Learning Center, which offers a seven-week horsemanship class for children during the summers.
Waves crash into the shore at Long Point Beach, a public beach on the south side of West Tisbury. South beaches are known for their big, crashing waves – the Vineyard’s best surfing happens at Squibnocket Beach in nearby Chilmark. On the opposite side of the island, hugging the Vineyard Sound and looking out at Cape Cod, is Lambert’s Cove Beach, where the water is still. “The Vineyard Sound is all calm water,” says Baker. Lambert’s Cove is open to West Tisbury residents and requires a parking sticker. Dogs can walk on the beach in the summertime before 10 a.m.
The walk to Long Point Beach in West Tisbury is a bit of a trek, but it's well worth it.
Sheep graze in a West Tisbury field.
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Old fashioned country fair
Every year in August, islanders and vacationers come to the West Tisbury Agricultural Hall for the Martha’s Vineyard Fair. It’s a traditional agricultural fair with livestock shows, horse pulls and carnival rides over four days. The fair signals the end of summer for many islanders. Locals check out the prized fruits and vegetables and eat pulled pork sandwiches.
Gray-shingled houses on grassy lots of land
Houses in West Tisbury tend to sit on at least an acre of grassy land, down a private driveway or hidden from the road by trees. The freshwater Tisbury Great Pond has several surrounding streets where residents can easily launch boats or kayaks into the water. “There are lots of little communities and houses around the ponds,” says Baker. Gray-shingled houses with detached barns can cost $3.2 million, 1,500-square-foot Cape Cods from the 1990s can go for $1.5 million and colonials with docks on the pond can cost $2.3 million. Home prices in West Tisbury range from $990,000 to $20 million. The town’s property tax rate is $4.30, the third lowest on the island behind Chilmark and Edgartown.
Tall grass blows in the wind in front of this West Tisbury home.
Property lines are very clearly marked by stone throughout West Tisbury
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Charming West Tisbury downtown district
West Tisbury has a small downtown district near the intersection of State Road and Edgartown-West Tisbury Road. Gray-shingled buildings house a free public library and town hall, and the West Tisbury Inn bed and breakfast has a blooming floral garden out front. Alley’s General Store, the oldest retail business on the island, refers to its expertise as “dealers in almost everything.” Alley’s has drinks, pantry staples, cheese and newspapers, and customers can play games together on the porch. The West Tisbury Free Public Library has a selection of books, plus classes in yoga and acrylic painting.
The awning at 7a Foods in West Tisbury provides shade for customers.
Shop for unique gifts at Alley's General Store.
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Kids across Martha's Vineyard grow up together
Kids living in West Tisbury year-round can attend West Tisbury School, which serves prekindergarten through eighth grade. The school has a B-rating from Niche and about 350 students. After eighth grade, kids move on to Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School in nearby Oak Bluffs. The high school has a B-plus rating from Niche and about 700 students. It sits across the street from the YMCA of Martha’s Vineyard and a skatepark. Kids in the six island towns get to know each other before high school through youth sports, says Lisa Lucier, owner and broker of Anchor Realty in Oak Bluffs. “All the kids kind of hang out with each other through the Boys & Girls Club, or with their teams playing each other,” she says. “They’re all going to know each other from an early age.”
West Tisbury School received an overall B rating from Niche.
Martha's Vineyard Regional High School got a B+ for academics by Niche.
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West Tisbury is 15-20 minutes from everything
West Tisbury is centrally located on the island, roughly 15-20 minutes from all three down-island towns, 10 minutes from Chilmark and 20 minutes from the Aquinnah Cliffs Overlook. Martha’s Vineyard Airport straddles the line between West Tisbury and Edgartown. Cape Air flies people on and off the island year-round, and during season, large carriers like JetBlue and American Airlines offer service to Charlotte and New York.
West Tisbury has a rural feel.
Vineyard Haven is the closest ferry to West Tisbury.
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West Tisbury Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Tisbury, Marthas Vineyard sell after 87 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in West Tisbury, Marthas Vineyard over the last 12 months is $1,645,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Prime Martha’s Vineyard location! Nestled on 1.4 acres in the sought-after Vineyard Meadow Farms neighborhood, this property offers an exceptional combination of privacy, convenience, and potential. Ideally situated in West Tisbury, close to Edgartown and Vineyard Haven, residents enjoy easy access to local shops, restaurants, and amenities, as well as the island’s most beautiful
A home with history, built in the early 1800s this dwelling was originally built on a local farm and moved to its present location in the 1920's. The structure sits nestled amongst mature plantings and out buildings facing the Mill Brook. The studio and covered patio offer opportunities to entertain, relax and reflect. This 3.76 parcel was created from a larger parcel by the owner (see attached
A Rare Offering in West Tisbury — Over 19 Acres of OpportunityAn exceptional opportunity to own just over 19 acres in the heart of rural West Tisbury. This expansive parcel offers tremendous flexibility, with potential for multiple dwellings or subdivision into a thoughtfully designed niche development. Ideally situated near all island towns, the property is also just minutes from the
Over 3 acres in the West Tisbury section of Makonikey. This buildable lot is a short distance from the Lower Makonikey Association beach. The prime home site on this property was recently cleared to reveal beautifully contoured land with several ancient white oak trees. The property is situated in an area of several multimillion-dollar homes and will accommodate a house, a guesthouse, and a
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Flat building lot centrally located in West Tisbury. A perc test has been completed which supports a four bedroom Title Five septic system. It is the Buyers responsibility to install utilities, well and septic.
Lambert’s Cove/West Tisbury- custom-built contemporary farmhouse style. 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms in Main & 2 bedrooms & 1 bath Guest Cottage on 3 acres in a private neighborhood. Enter Main house from the covered porch -matching custom arch doors lead you to either the mudroom/laundry room-kitchen entry, or the living room. The kitchen has Mexican tiled floor & granite counters with stainless
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A hidden gem in West Tisbury! Beautifully manicured, fenced in 2.2 - acre parcel with 100% privacy, and 84 evergreen trees. This modern, contemporary well maintained home is 3-bedroom, 3 bath with two levels of living and a partially finished basement. The first floor is a sunlight filled, open kitchen and dinning room, with hardwood floors throughout. There are multiple decks leading out to a
This North Shore beachfront estate represents one of the most breathtaking properties in all of New England. The newly built home was created on a 3.3-acre parcel of land, surrounded by specimen trees, rolling grassy meadows and is highly situated on a stable bank overlooking nearly 250 ft of sandy beach. The home, which celebrates and was imagined utilizing the 14 patterns of biophilic design,
Vacant land in West Tisbury's Makonikey Community with access to the beautiful Lower Makonikey Association beach. This rare offering spans over 3 acres, with a 1.4-acre area providing the ideal location for a substantial residence in keeping with the distinguished homes that define this exclusive neighborhood. This property presents a unique opportunity to create an exceptional island retreat.
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Flat building lot centrally located in West Tisbury. A perc test has been done that supports a four bedroom title five system. It is the buyers responsibility to install utilities, well and septic.
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THIS PROPERTY IS A WEEKLY RENTAL PROPERTY!! The 3.3 acre private setting is most picturesque with its positioning in private Upper Makonikey , the long circular driveway , its grassy lawn, and rolling landscape fields . Only a short distance away is over 3,000 feet of PRIVATE sandy association Beaches , directly below , with two nearby parking lot access-ways . Nestled onto this promontory is a
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THIS IS A WEEKLY SUMMER RENTAL ONLY.THE WEEKLY PRICE IN AUGUST IS $12,500. PER WEEK.SEE WEB SITE FOR ADDITIONAL WEEKLY PRICING. Waterfront home in spectacular location overlooking the Vineyard Sound and the Elizabeth Islands. This casual and comfortable single level 4 BR 3 bath home has central air and heat. Enjoy summer star-studded skies from your patio or through skylights in each bedroom.
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