West Wareham
Neighborhood in Wareham, Massachusetts
Plymouth County 02571, 02576
Neighborhood Reviews
$499,201
Average Value
$337
Average Price per Sq Ft
Traditional colonials and Cape Cod style homes
The streetscapes throughout West Wareham reflect the community’s suburban and rural sensibilities, combining quiet cul-de-sacs and manicured lawns with the towering trees and meandering rivers of the New England countryside. The housing market is equally mixed, and buyers can choose between undeveloped acreage, 19th-century colonials, secluded cottages in the pinewood forests and newer ranch and Cape Cod homes in quiet subdivisions, typically priced between $400,000 and $600,000. “It’s one of the most affordable communities in the region, especially when compared to other towns in Cape Cod,” says Bill Bachant, owner/operator of Laforce Realty and Swifts Beach Real Estate, one of the oldest real estate agencies in Wareham. “You get more bang for your buck here, so we can sell to all sorts of different home buyers.”
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Sunbathing along the sandy coastline of Buzzards Bay
The West Wareham community comes together at the parks and beaches throughout the area, starting with Decas Field and Playground, a community park that hosts the area’s baseball and softball little leagues. Horseshoe Mill Nature Preserve is located on the Weweantic River, where the freshwater flowing downstream meets the salt water of Buzzards Bay, creating a unique ecosystem for rare species of plants and animals and a hidden retreat for hiking, fishing and kayaking. The beaches in Wareham are crowded during the summer, particularly Swifts Beach, where kids explore the tide pools for hermit crabs, quahoggers wade into the shallow water digging for clams, kayakers paddle the inland creaks, and anglers cast long lines into Buzzard Bay.Education at Wareham Public Schools
Students in West Wareham begin their education at Minot Forest Elementary School, a C-rated school on Niche with a student-teacher ratio of 12-to-1. From there, students move to Wareham Middle School – a C-plus-rated school on Niche – and Wareham Senior High School, which earns a B-grade from Niche and boasts an average ACT score of 30. Wareham Senior High School graduates regularly gain admission into prestigious local universities like Boston College and Brown University.Transportation around West Wareham
West Wareham is immediately next to the junction between Interstates 195 and 495, providing direct driving access to Boston and Providence, both of which are less than 55 miles away. Wareham’s unofficial slogans — “Gateway to Cape Cod” and “It’s Better Before the Bridges” — highlight the community’s location west of the Sagamore and Bourne Bridges, shaving significant time from the commute from areas throughout the Atlantic Coast. The CapeFLYER train route runs from Cape Cod to Boston’s Logan International Airport, stopping in Wareham at the Wareham Village Train Station.
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Shopping at Wareham Crossing
Residents in West Wareham enjoy access to several familiar retailers and locally owned restaurants throughout West Wareham. For groceries, residents drive to Shaw’s – one of the oldest continuously-operated supermarkets in the US, with 150 locations across New England – while all other shopping can be done at Wareham Crossing, an open-air shopping center offering 45 retail stores including Lowe’s, Target, Walmart and Staples. Locals avoid the weekday lunch rush by visiting the Mainly-Dawgs Food Truck at its permanent location on Cranberry Highway, where the flavorful Maine hot dogs were voted “Best Hot Dogs in New England” by the editors at Yankee Magazine. For over 50 years, Vel’s Family Restaurant has been serving New England seafood and Italian staples from its casual dining room, while the taproom at Stone Path Malt hosts live music, cornhole tournaments and private events.
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Written By
Jack Hale
Photography Contributed By
Shawn Miller
Video By
Everett Hall-McNeill
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sue Menard
Sue Menard
eXp Realty
(774) 252-9422
47 Total Sales
1 in West Wareham
$219,900 Price
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Byron R. Ford, Jr.
Byron R. Ford, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties
(401) 681-8108
141 Total Sales
2 in West Wareham
$70K - $530K Price Range
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Saul Sanchez
Saul Sanchez
Citylight Homes LLC
(857) 297-3387
59 Total Sales
1 in West Wareham
$470,000 Price
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Julie Ochs
Julie Ochs
LAER Realty Partners
(508) 593-9061
24 Total Sales
1 in West Wareham
$179,000 Price
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James Abdu
James Abdu
Upper Cape Realty Corp.
(774) 208-9203
25 Total Sales
1 in West Wareham
$110,000 Price
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Joyce Augustson
Joyce Augustson
Conway - Wareham
(508) 978-2855
29 Total Sales
2 in West Wareham
$470K - $590K Price Range
Schools
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- 8th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 7th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Onset Bandshell
Washburn Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Hiking
Shangri-La Memorial Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Marks Cove Conservation Area
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Joseph W. Conway Sr. Memorial Playground
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
6/18/2014
Niche Review
Many people own summer cottages near the beach. Edaville railroad is a nearby attraction.
6/18/2014
Niche Review
Joggers, walkers and bikers frequently go by our house. The surrounding town has a YMCA. There are organized sports for the children.
6/18/2014
Niche Review
Most of these are near by and in neighboring towns.
6/18/2014
Niche Review
Many of the older population have been here all their lives. People tend to move here and commute to the city. During the summer, vacationers come to the beaches and to camp. Many people have pets or small farms. My town consists of mostly single family homes with several small senior communities. It is a comfortable place to live.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Wareham | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Wareham Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Wareham, Wareham sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in West Wareham, Wareham over the last 12 months is $455,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$449,900
Median Sale Price
$455,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$447,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$337
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
576
Median Year Built
1973
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,422
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,881
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
775
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
28,749
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
2,345
Median Age
55
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
35.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$51,479
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,149
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87%
College Graduates
13.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
53''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
18''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
30
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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