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The gateway to the Cape
Known as the gateway to the Cape, Wareham is a Plymouth County town that visitors to Cape Cod passed through before the construction of modern highways. With nearly 40 miles of waterfront, this small peninsula brims with access to the shore. Now, the traffic is gone, but the coast remains – and that’s why locals like it. “You have the Cape Cod feel without having to deal with the traffic,” says Francis Gropman, broker/owner of Gropman Realty Group and Wareham native. “There’s access to the water and fun without crossing the bridge and waiting for hours.”
Wareham truly is the gateway to Cape Cod with offerings for all.
Wareham residents enjoy 40 miles of shoreline.
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Nearly 40 miles of shoreline
Outdoor recreation opportunities surround Wareham. Nearby Broad Marsh Conservation Area is a popular spot for kayaking, canoeing or a scenic nature walk. When visiting these salt marches, people hear egrets and blue herons and see striped bass or oysters amid marshy grass and cattails. Swift’s Beach is a popular spot to spend a day by the shore. It doesn’t get a lot of traffic and, due to tide pools and sandbars, the water is shallow. Nearby, Onset Beach and the surrounding little town are a bit more popular, with calm water and more room on the sand for umbrellas and beach chairs.
At Onset Beach in the Wareham neighborhood you can rent a sailboat.
Some kayaks put in at Onset Beach in the Wareham neighborhood ready for adventure.
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What’s happening on Main Street, dining and shopping
“One of the best things about Wareham is that it’s a perfect size," says Cindy Parola, associate broker with Laforce Realty Corporation. “The area has a small-town feel, but there are enough people to support a Target, Wal-Mart, Stop & Shop and Shaw’s.” At the top of the neighborhood sits Wareham Plaza, a shopping center with Shaw’s grocery store, Walgreens pharmacy, Aubuchon Hardware, Wareham Pizza and more. About 2 miles north is Wareham Crossing, a mall with an Old Navy, L.L. Bean Outlet and a Barnes & Noble. Residents can also access Wareham’s Main Street, with local businesses and restaurants between historic brick buildings, above-ground powerlines and old clocks. Riverside Café and The Blue Foot Café are the go-to breakfast spots, while Scarlet Rose Bistro and Minerva Pizzeria and Slice House are popular for dinner.
Take your dog for a walk down Main St. in Wareham.
Wareham resident's favorite place for dinner is the Scarlet Rose Bistro.
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Classic New England homes
Homes in Wareham embody classic New England styles. Shingle-style homes with wide porches and pitched roofs; Cape Cods with gabled roofs and dormer windows; Colonial Revival properties with symmetric simple forms; and saltbox homes with characteristic angled roofs. Modest cottages typically run between $200,000 and $500,000, while spacious two-story homes, including some new construction, can cost up to $950,000. “Compared to surrounding communities, Wareham is very affordable,” Parola says. “And it has a lower tax rate.”
Sprawling homes can be found on High St. in Wareham.
Colonial architecture can be seen throughout Wareham.
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Wareham Public Schools
Kids are zoned for Wareham Public Schools. “All of the buildings are modern, and the elementary school is brand new,” Parola says. Students can Wareham Elementary School, before Wareham Middle School, which gets a C-plus from Niche. They can finish their public education at Wareham High School, which gets a B and offers numerous involvement opportunities, including Key Club, a service organization that has been recognized regionally and nationally.
Wareham students begin their academic careers at Wareham Elementary School.
Watch your kids grow at Wareham Middle School.
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Getting around Wareham
Behind the fire station sits the Wareham Village CapeFLYER train station, which leads between Cape Cod to the north and Boston to the south. To access Boston by car, locals drive about 55 miles north on U.S. Interstate 495. Bus routes on main roads lead throughout the community. In case of emergency, Tobey Hospital is in the neighborhood. And when it’s time to fly, the Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport is about 60 miles east.
Wareham High School in Wareham has a barrel-vaulted atrium.
Shop and dine on Main St. in Wareham.
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On average, homes in Wareham, MA sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Wareham, MA over the last 12 months is $469,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
A truly unique property offering spectacular views of the Wareham River and exceptional versatility. The main residence features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, with spacious living areas, multiple decks, and breathtaking water views from every room in the home. Thoughtfully remodeled, the main house blends comfort, style, and an unmatched connection to the surrounding waterfront scenery.The
Overlooking Tihonet Pond, 22 Red Pine Lane offers a rare opportunity to enjoy direct backyard pond access, peaceful water views, and exceptional privacy in one of Wareham's most desirable neighborhoods. This 2,569 sq ft Colonial features an open-concept kitchen and family room with walls of windows framing the pond, creating a bright, inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. The
Beautiful Waterfront Home w/ Dock on a double lot. Escape down the private way to your forever vacation is this spacious home. Nestled on the serene shoreline, property offers the epitome of comfort & tranquility. Offers panoramic views in the open & spacious 1st floor layout, Featuring views in all seasons. Perfect home for entertainment. The lower level has been thoughtfully finished, boasting
A truly unique property offering spectacular views of the Wareham River and exceptional versatility. The main residence features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, with spacious living areas, multiple decks, and breathtaking water views from every room in the home. Thoughtfully remodeled, the main house blends comfort, style, and an unmatched connection to the surrounding waterfront scenery.The
Developers and Contractors Come Bring Your Vision to Life. The existing house has been gutted and features a brand-new roof, giving you a solid starting point for your renovation plans. Enjoy a spacious backyard, ideal for family gatherings, gardening, or simply relaxing outdoors. This sale includes an additional 0.4-acre lot (17,270 sq. ft.), perfect for an Accessory Dwelling Unit—survey of
Overlooking Tihonet Pond, 22 Red Pine Lane offers a rare opportunity to enjoy direct backyard pond access, peaceful water views, and exceptional privacy in one of Wareham's most desirable neighborhoods. This 2,569 sq ft Colonial features an open-concept kitchen and family room with walls of windows framing the pond, creating a bright, inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. The
A rare opportunity to own a 70 year old Wareham landmark! This property features a pre existing, nonconforming commercial use, offering flexibility for a variety of future possibilities (subject to local approvals).Situated on a triple lot totaling 0.21 acres, the property is used as a real estate office. Whether you're looking to continue its commercial use, expand the existing structure, or
Enjoy waterfront living at British Landing Condominium & Yacht Club, with sweeping views of the harbor, marina, and passing boats. This beautifully renovated three-level home features an open-concept living and dining area with floor-to-ceiling windows, new vinyl flooring, and a refreshed kitchen with a new electric stove and dishwasher.Upstairs, a private primary suite offers incredible water
Discover a truly rare opportunity to own this expansive 5+ acre waterfront retreat on Blackmore Pond—a beautifully preserved 46-acre pond in West Wareham. Enjoy 275 feet of exclusive pond frontage, offering unparalleled privacy and serenity. The properties combined include two existing homes, each with its own pathway to the water's edge, a shared septic system, on-site electricity, and town
Builder/investor opportunity in Wareham, MA. Rare chance to acquire a 0.25-acre parcel of residential developable land in an established coastal neighborhood near the Wareham River. Conveniently located with easy access to the Bourne Bridge, Cape Cod, beaches, marinas, restaurants, and major routes. Ideal opportunity for builders, spec projects, or investors. Raw land being sold as-is. Buyer
Spacious 4 bedroom home set back off the street. Tons of potential. Enter into the first floor family room. You'll find 3 bedrooms on this level as well. Upstairs is the kitchen with dining area, extra seating area, full bath and another bedroom. Laundry is in the kitchen put could be stacked and enclosed for more space. Skylites. House does need some TLC as reflected in the price. Both floors
Wareham Lake Shores, only a flip flop walk to two association beaches! Build your dream home on this lovely, wooded lot and enjoy tranquility at its finest in this quiet close knit community. Buyer to do due diligence as to buildability.
Charming Bungalow-style 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath home on town water & sewer, just moments from beautiful Nanumett Beach in Onset! This inviting property features an updated kitchen, a bonus room, recessed lighting, and a warm, open layout perfect for year-round living or a summer getaway. Stay comfortable year-round with a mini split system providing both heat and A/C. Enjoy your own private, completely
Beautiful Waterfront Home w/ Dock on a double lot. Escape down the private way to your forever vacation is this spacious home. Nestled on the serene shoreline, property offers the epitome of comfort & tranquility. Offers panoramic views in the open & spacious 1st floor layout, Featuring views in all seasons. Perfect home for entertainment. The lower level has been thoughtfully finished, boasting
Cozy, Cute 3-season cottage with water views, Deep water Access, no bridges to Buzzards Bay. On Weweantic River. Fisherman/Boaters paradise. Tons of big fish in the river. Room for family & friends, campers on 2nd lot (2x45'x100') Moor your boat in view of your cottage, count to 10 & you're at the beach, boarding your boat, Kayaking, fishing for Stripers or swimming. 2 BRs, 1 full bath w/ new
BUTTERMILK BAY BEACH HOUSE - WINTER RENTAL SEP-MAY $4500/month. Newly Renovated Waterview w Five Bedrooms. Enjoy private beach access and all the Cape offers from this lovely home. Water views, new chef's kitchen and designer baths combined with historic charm make this the perfect family vacation spot. Swim, kayak or paddle board from the private beach, and enjoy drinks overlooking the ocean
Our well-connected address at Berkshire at the Pinehills places you at the center of it all. With a prime location within a five-minute walk to The Village Green, you will find the Pinehills community is connected right to your front door. You will discover local gems such as Rye Tavern, The Bistro & Wine Bar at Mirbeau, and The Blueberry Muffin. Explore the great outdoors at nearby Great Island
SUMMER WEEKLY RENTAL Welcome to 4 Atlantic Ave at Agawam Beach, your perfect summer getaway! Just 0.1 mile to the beach, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom home sleeps 6 (2 twins, 1 queen, 1 full) and offers a bright coastal feel with charming nautical décor. Features include an updated kitchen, full bath, washer/dryer, outdoor shower, back deck for dining, and relaxing front porch. Located in
Exceptional Wareham LivingWoodland Cove offers spacious one-, two- and three-bedroom workforce and affordable apartments featuring contemporary design that’s convenient and attractive. Our beautiful community provides an exceptional lifestyle setting with serene comfort and easy access to recreational opportunities and community resources.New Construction. One-, two- and
Swifts Landing is a brand new 93-unit family and senior rental community in Wareham, MA. One-, two- and three-bedroom affordable and workforce apartments are available at various income tiers. 44 of the 93 apartments have age restrictions, available to seniors 62 and older.Residents enjoy spacious floor plans, modern kitchens with dishwasher, and a washer and dryer (senior building has
Welcome to 35 Rosebrook, an AD Makepeace Community and South Coast's Newest Luxury Rental Community! These finely crafted and newly built residences are sited at Rosebrook Place and conveniently located to 495/I95, commuter rail and the Cape Cod Canal. Each of these gorgeous units are fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, washer/dryer, high ceilings, large windows
Welcome to our charming single-family cottage nestled in Onset, MA. This comfortable 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage is located seconds from Onset Beach! Enjoy a newly renovated kitchen featuring granite counters and stainless steel appliances! Parking and on-site laundry are provided for your convenience. You'll have the opportunity to soak up the sun, take refreshing walks along the shore, and
10 Ocean Ave. Onset, MA **Year-Round Rental** - 2 bed unit just steps to beach and Onset Village Center. Open floor plan on 1st floor with full size bathroom, kitchen, living room and dining area. Cozy breakfast bar with lots of sunshine. New kitchen appliances. 2nd floor has 2 bedrooms, with outside deck off one bedroom; off street parking for two cars. Laundry hookup in unit. $2500 per month,
Near the water at Swift's Beach, this is a first-floor apartment in a 2-family house. •Year-round rental •No Fee•Large eat-in-kitchen •Refrigerator and Stove included•Living room •3 bedrooms •Ceramic tile bathroom•Laundry room with washer/dryer hook-up•Gas heat•Driveway •No Smoking•No Utilities and No Pets•First and Security Deposit There is
Near the water at Swift's Beach, this is a first-floor apartment in a 2-family house. •Year-round rental •No Fee•Large eat-in-kitchen •Refrigerator and Stove included•Living room •3 bedrooms •Ceramic tile bathroom•Laundry room with washer/dryer hook-up•Gas heat•Driveway •No Smoking•No Utilities and No Pets•First and Security Deposit There is
Just listed 1-bedroom 1-bath apartment. This unit is a townhouse set-up, Kitchen and bath on the first level and bedroom on the second level. No smoking, no pets. Applicants are subject to a credit and eviction check prior to final approval by the landlord. Unit is available on August 15, 2026.
Welcome to this charming year-round 2 bedroom, 1-bath home just steps from the beach in Buzzards Bay! Nestled on a quiet street just 0.2 miles from the association beach, this recently renovated property features an open floor plan and new appliances that combine modern convenience with coastal living. The bright interior features a spacious living room, dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen
In White Island Shores, there are dirt roads, Fourth of July sack races and neighbors who know each other's names. “It’s an intergenerational community – folks have lived here all their life,” says John Kelly, former White Island Shores Community Association President. “People know each other – they call each other aunt and uncle.” Two ponds border the neighborhood: White Island Pond, which can only be accessed by members of neighborhood community associations, and the public Glen Charlie Pond. Modest Cape Cods and simple bungalows with clapboard siding sit on gentle hills, some of which can see the water in pocket vistas. Located in East Wareham, the neighborhood doesn’t have much commercial development, and locals must travel about 5 miles south to grocery shop or go out to dinner. But locals like it that way – secluded and shaded by the shore.
White Island Shores borders two ponds. To access White Island Pond, from which the neighborhood gets its name, one must be a member of The White Island Shores Community Association or a similar neighborhood association – the neighborhood has more than one. “You aren’t forced to be a member, but it's highly encouraged,” Kelly explains. “You have to be a member to access beaches, fishing and things like that.” Locals love to hang out by the shore, sunbathing and swimming, or take their boats onto the water. Nearby Glen Charlie Pond, which spans 166 acres and has 6 miles of shoreline, is open to the public, stocked with fish and has a boat launch. Plus, Kelly says, “We are surrounded by tens of thousands of acres of open space for hiking, hunting, camping, fishing. People love it.” To the west, the 12,000-acre Myles Standish State Forest is the largest tract of its kind in the region, encompassing part of the towns of Carver and Plymouth. Bikers, hikers and horseback riders traverse nearly 50 miles of trail while sailors take their boats onto the water. To the east, the Red Brook Wildlife Management Area offers residents a scenic, undeveloped outdoor experience.
The multiple community associations around White Island Shores ensure there's always an event happening somewhere. It just depends on the association. “There’s everything from horseshoes to bean bag races,” Kelly explains. “They change year to year, depending on who runs a particular program. Sometimes, an ice cream truck shows up and gives free ice cream to kids. On the Fourth of July, there are sack races and fireworks on the beach. It’s very Norman Rockwell-esque.”
Homes in White Island Shores sit on gridded streets without sidewalks. Some are paved, and some are laid with dirt. This isn’t a planned community. No two houses look the same – although many have clapboard siding – and lots are different sizes. Mature oak, cedar and pine trees dot the landscape, while wild brush and shrubs are scattered on roadsides. Potential homebuyers can find a bilevel, bungalow, ranch-style or Cape Cod property in the $250,000 to $450,000 range. Colonial Revival homes typically cost between $400,000 and $550,000, while waterfront properties with docks and decks run between $700,000 and $800,000. “It’s a summer-based community,” Kelly says. “There are a lot of summer homes without permanent residents.”
Students are zoned for Plymouth Public Schools. They can attend South Elementary School and Plymouth South Middle School, which get B’s from Niche. They can finish their public education at Plymouth South High School, which gets a B-plus and offers nearly 20 College, Career & Technical Education courses, including cosmetology, engineering technology, electrical and culinary arts.
Aside from a 7-Eleven convenience store with a Dunkin’ inside, the neighborhood is almost entirely residential. But 5 miles south in East Wareham, there’s a Stop & Shop grocery store, Ocean State Job Lot discount store, The Home Depot, Tractor Supply Co, CVS pharmacy and more. To eat out, residents can head to well-known chains like Chilis or choose something local like Bailey’s Surf N Turf – known for their prime ribs and crab cakes – and Charlie’s Place, which has been around for 50 years, serving made-to-order pizzas and sirloin burgers.
White Island Shores is about 60 miles south of Boston and 50 miles east of Providence. “Most of the roads are dirt,” Kelly explains. “I like it. It keeps people off them and decreases traffic, so kids can play safely, ride their bikes and things like that.” Plymouth Avenue, which turns into Wareham Road, was dirt until Redbrook, a new residential community just north of White Island Shores, was constructed. Now, the neighborhood’s main thoroughfare is paved and gets a lot more traffic. At the local 7-Eleven, a bus stop leads between Cranberry Plaza and Buzzards Bay Train Stations, as well as between Main Avenue and Walmart at Colony Place.
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