Mashpee Neck
Neighborhood in Mashpee, Massachusetts
Barnstable County 02649
Resort-style amenities in Willowbend
In Mashpee Neck, housing caters mostly to summer residents who value access to water and resort-style amenities. Most homes lie in subdivisions, each of which provides a different set of amenities. The Willowbend community, located in the northern portion of the peninsula, offers luxury new traditional-style builds that usually range from $1.6 million to $2.3 million. Members of Willowbend enjoy access to a pool, clubhouse and 27 holes of golf. At the southern end of the neck is Pirates Cove, a private neighborhood comprised of late 1900s and early 2000s single-family homes that share access to three private beaches. Ranch-style houses in the heart of Pirates Cove list in the $500,000s to the $700,000s, and those directly on the water may top $1.4 million. There are also some small streets off Mashpee Neck Road, with Cape Cods and ranch styles priced in the $400,000 to $800,000 range.From hiking to kayaking — recreation on Mashpee Neck
Nature lovers enjoy Mashpee’s nearly endless supply of outdoor recreation. The 248-acre Mashpee River Reservation, along the western edge of the Mashpee Neck peninsula, has several loop trails through pine barrens and along the river. To the west of Mashpee Neck is the 5,871-acre Mashpee National Wildlife Refuge, where hikers, hunters and birdwatchers can immerse themselves in Massachusetts coastal swamps and cranberry bogs. Boaters of all kinds enjoy the neck — kayakers can paddle down the narrow Mashpee River, hoping to spot osprey and bald eagles. Those with motorized crafts can launch from their docks, the Mashpee Neck Boat Ramp or the private ramp at Mashpee Neck Marina. Some head to the sandy beach on the Popponosset Spit, says Jamie Regan, the senior vice president of the Regan Southworth Group with Compass Osterville, who has lived in Mashpee for more than 40 years. He says that others take day trips to Martha’s Vineyard or Nantucket. Members of Willowbend can play one of the three nine-hole championship courses or lounge by the pool.Mashpee Middle School students learn about Wampanoag culture and language
Year-round residents of Mashpee Neck can send their children to Mashpee Public Schools, a district that rates a B-plus on Niche. Elementary-aged kids begin at Kenneth C. Coombs School, which gets a B-plus rating and teaches prekindergarten through second grades. Third through sixth graders can attend B-rated Quashnet School. Mashpee Middle-High School serves grades seven through 12 and earns a B-plus score. In seventh grade, students take a world languages course that includes an emphasis on the culture and language of the Wampanoag people.The Barnstable County Fair is a popular destination
In the weeks leading up to the Fourth of July, towns all over the cape have fireworks shows, giving everyone several opportunities to celebrate. Mashpee’s show usually takes place about a week before Independence Day. At the end of July, “people come from all over to go to the Barnstable County Fair,” Regan says. The week-long fair takes place at the Cape Cod Fairgrounds, approximately 5 miles from Mashpee Neck. It has rides, a full array of fried treats and the world’s largest Demolition Derby. In December, the annual Season of Illumination Parade brings locals out to celebrate the winter holidays. In addition to annual events, the Mashpee Recreation Department offers a slew of spring and summer programs, including kids clamming classes, adult qi gong and mermaid swim classes for females 13 and older.Several ways to get around Cape Cod
Mashpee Neck residents often use their car or boat to get around the cape. As Regan says, during summer months, “it takes a while to get places,” so many locals prefer to travel by boat when possible. There is also a Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority bus stop in Mashpee Commons for those who want to get around the cape without having to worry about parking. The buses also stop at the CapeFLYER stations — trains run to and from Boston on Friday evenings and weekend days throughout the summer. Residents who need to get to New York or Boston quickly can fly out of the Cape Cod Gateway Airport in Hyannis, which is about 12 miles from Mashpee Neck. Those looking for a ferry to Martha’s Vineyard or Nantucket can find several services in Falmouth, about 11 miles west of the community.Nearby Mashpee Commons is the destination for dinner and shopping
Around 2 miles west of the residential Mashpee Neck neighborhood is Mashpee Commons, a walkable shopping center. New homeowners can grab furnishings and housewares at Williams Sonoma or Pottery Barn, and the Mashpee Fresh Market, Roche Bros. and Stop & Shop cover grocery needs. Mashpee Commons also has several restaurants, varying from elegant French food at Bleu to more casual meals at Bobby Byrne’s. “Bobby Byrne’s makes a phenomenal Reuben with fish,” Regan says. Closer to the community is Sprout Farm Stand on Quinaquisset Avenue, which carries Cape Cod farm-fresh produce. For more traditional Cape Cod-style dining, Regan says that locals swear by the stuffed quahogs at Kettle Ho Restaurant & Taverna, which is about 2 miles east of Mashpee Neck.Flood insurance
As Mashpee Neck is surrounded by water, low-lying areas are at increased risk of flooding. Homebuyers may be required to purchase flood insurance and should ensure that their home meets the latest building code requirements. In addition, all residents should become familiar with storm procedures and the Cape Cod Emergency Traffic Plan.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Dacey McGovern
Dacey McGovern
LPT Realty
(857) 971-4906
41 Total Sales
2 in Mashpee Neck
$360,000 Price Range
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Southworth Group
Southworth Group
Compass Massachusetts, LLC
(978) 736-2576
50 Total Sales
1 in Mashpee Neck
$880,000 Price
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Amy Vickers
Amy Vickers
EXIT Cape Realty
(774) 772-5611
88 Total Sales
1 in Mashpee Neck
$658,000 Price
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Team Kinchla
TK
Team Kinchla
Responds QuicklyWilliam Raveis R.E. & Home Services
(774) 252-8048
104 Total Sales
1 in Mashpee Neck
$798,000 Price
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Victoria Harrison Farr
Victoria Harrison Farr
Responds QuicklySotheby's International Realty - Sandwich Brokerage
(401) 425-4043
251 Total Sales
1 in Mashpee Neck
$1,015,000 Price
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Ashley Brennan
Ashley Brennan
Responds QuicklyGibson Sotheby's International
(781) 512-6572
100 Total Sales
1 in Mashpee Neck
$1,900,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 2nd
- Public
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Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Mashpee Neck | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Mashpee Neck Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mashpee Neck, Mashpee sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Mashpee Neck, Mashpee over the last 12 months is $695,000, down 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$849,900
Median Sale Price
$695,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$715,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,107,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
43
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$476
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
634
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1987
Months of Supply
3.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,791
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,167
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,582
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
14,374
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,136
Median Age
51
Population under 18
17.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$93,032
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$116,684
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
46.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19%
% Population in Labor Force
63.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
53''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
19
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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