Ocean Grove
Suburban Neighborhood in Swansea, Massachusetts
Bristol County 02777
Neighborhood Reviews
Coastal cottages and New England homes with private docks
Cottage bungalows and New England style residences line the streets and rocky riverfront of Ocean Grove. Colorful exteriors, porthole windows, large decks and patios give houses here a nautical feel, which fits well with the landscape. There is even a small private island called Shady Isle offshore. Two-story split levels and contemporary homes are priced closer to $450,000 for two to three bedrooms and nice-sized yards. A few homebuyers are constructing brand-new upscale and flood-safe homes on the neighborhood’s available waterfront lots. Homes with private docks can range between $400,000 and $650,000, but keep in mind that many are in flood zones. Modest-sized bungalows and Cape Cods further inland can cost between $300,000 and $500,000.
Swansea Town Beach playground and seashells
Swansea Town Beach is the neighborhood's popular public sandy beach, but with many seashells and stones to navigate. Residents can use public bathrooms, play on the playground, and swim in the shallow waters. Boaters can dock their ships at Swansea and Cole River Marina Inc. on Calef Avenue, which has a fuel dock and water hookup. “Colt State Park out in Bristol is about a 15-minute drive or less. People tend to frequent there in the summer months,” Monize says. “You can walk the whole waterfront area, and if you want to picnic, there are grills, and people throw parties out there all the time. Less than 3 miles north is the Swansea Park Department, which has sports courts, little league ball fields, and a large playground. Families can spend time at the Swansea Free Public Library or take to the trails behind the library at Village Park, which are bike and dog friendly.
Swansea Public Schools clubs and activities
Ocean Grove students can start at Gardner Elementary School, for kindergarten through second grade. For third through fifth grade, students can attend Elizabeth S. Brown Elementary School. Joseph Case Junior High School teaches sixth through eighth grade and offers its students several clubs and activities like a movie club, math team and opportunities to join the Student Council. Joseph Case High School students can join clubs, write for the Cardinal Newspaper or learn chess alongside their regular studies. All four schools are graded a B on Niche.Nearby Fall River and Swansea shops
Swansea is less than 3 miles north via Gardners Neck Road, or locals can drive up Maple Avenue to find several big box retailers like Walmart, Dollar Tree and Big Lots. Fall River is about 5 miles southeast via Interstate 195 and across the Charles M. Braga Jr. Memorial Bridge. Fall River has several attractions like Battleship Cove, Little Theater of Fall River, Borden Flats Lighthouse and the Lizzie Borden House bed and breakfast. The nearest major commercial airport is the Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport about 23 miles away in Rhode Island. Saint Anne's Hospital in Fall River is about 5 miles away.
Locally owned restaurants on Wilbur Avenue
Wilbur Avenue hosts several locally owned businesses that residents can explore within easy distance of their homes. Black Salt Bar & Bistro, a new neighborhood staple, has both surf and turf entrees and brunch every Sunday. Swansea House of Pizza has a small sitting area and takeaway pizzas and wings. Rea’s Cafe has a brick-and-mortar location and a unique roadside coffee stand by the beach. For sweet treats, Continent Bakery on Pinehurst Avenue has a wide selection of fresh pastries and loaves of bread. For small essentials, residents can grab a few things at Swansea Mart or Walgreens on Wilbur Ave, or head 3 miles north to Walmart on Cousineau Drive. “I live in Swansea, so I tend to frequent Walmart because it’s close, but I also go to other areas like Fall River,” Monize says. “There is a lot of fine dining in New Bedford, and you can go to Providence for great Italian food, though people are hesitant to cross the bridge now because of traffic.”
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Shelby Sullivan
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Connor Dowd
Connor Dowd
Keller Williams Coastal
(401) 830-9302
406 Total Sales
1 in Ocean Grove
$415,000 Price
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Linda Gablinske
Linda Gablinske
RE/MAX River's Edge - Bristol
(401) 414-0560
12 Total Sales
1 in Ocean Grove
$425,000 Price
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Kevin Teves
Kevin Teves
Responds QuicklySBA Realty Group
(774) 292-5484
73 Total Sales
1 in Ocean Grove
$222,500 Price
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Kimberly Rocci
Kimberly Rocci
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Platinum
(781) 358-8658
117 Total Sales
1 in Ocean Grove
$502,500 Price
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Julie Ruggiero
Julie Ruggiero
Responds QuicklyNew Road Realty
(401) 398-5498
80 Total Sales
6 in Ocean Grove
$280K - $558K Price Range
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Roxanne Beretta
Roxanne Beretta
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Real Estate Center
(401) 566-7128
73 Total Sales
1 in Ocean Grove
$445,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Village Park
Village Park
Swansea Memorial Park
Edward J O'Neil Memorial
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Compton's Corner
- Fishing
- Lake
Audubon Touisset Marsh Wildlife Refuge
- Boating
- Kayak/Canoe
- River
Swansea Town Beach
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/16/2015
Niche Review
Parts of town vary in terms of housing. There is one area of town where houses are built small and very close together with small yards, but there are other parts of town where houses are larger and newer with larger yards.
3/16/2015
Niche Review
It is a small town, so most of the businesses are chain restaurants and stores. In order to shop and dine at unique and different places, you need to go out of town to do so, but overall the businesses in town are average and pretty good.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Ocean Grove | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Ocean Grove Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ocean Grove, Swansea sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Ocean Grove, Swansea over the last 12 months is $397,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$399,000
Median Sale Price
$397,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$385,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$590,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
37
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$385
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,044
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1940
Months of Supply
1.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,163
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,870
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,302
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
736
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 2211am - 12pm
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Saturday, Jun 2112 - 2pm
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Sunday, Jun 221 - 3pm
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
2,742
Median Age
47
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$62,454
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$82,278
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.1%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
23.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.6%
% Population in Labor Force
63.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
32''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
58
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Nearby Neighborhoods
South Swansea
Local businesses and waterfront homes with private docks on the Cole River
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Touisset Highlands
In-demand waterfront community that adjoins a wildlife refuge
East Warren
Classic New England suburban living away from the noise of downtown
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