Great Neck/South Westport
Spend the day at Horseneck Beach
One of South Westport's best qualities is its numerous parks, trails and beaches. Armando notes one of the most popular destinations is Horseneck Beach, located in Westport Point. "I came here for the first time back in college because a friend of mine lived here, and she visited the place almost every summer," she says. "The best part is that it's open to the public, so you just pay for a day pass and enjoy the rest of your time there." Visitors enjoy splashing around in the water or walking along the coastline. There are also lifeguards, restrooms and showers. Hikers can take advantage of the DNRT (Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust), a series of trails that run along Horseneck Road. For more time in the great outdoors, there's also Demarest Lloyd State Park and Mass Audubon's Allen Pond Wildlife Sanctuary.
A mix of New England architecture
There's a mix of housing styles in South Westport, but the most common are Cape Cods and colonial-inspired homes. "It's mostly just Capes and colonials, your classic New England architecture," says Armando. "There are some historic homes, especially down by Westport Point — those have special covenants, but there's also some newer construction happening too." Most properties have larger lot sizes due to being in a more rural location, while those overlooking the coast have smaller lots. Armando: "Many of these homes, especially ones in The Point, are for people' summering.'" Prices start at $550,000 and go up as high as $ 3 million for properties by the water.
A combined middle and high school
The schools here are part of the Westport Community Schools District. Westport Elementary, with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1, enrolls over 450 students and earns a B-minus overall from Niche. Students in Grades 5-12 attend Westport Senior High, which merges its middle and high school students. Westport High underwent a $96 million renovation in 2021, resulting in amenities such as a media center, maker space and TV studio. It also receives a B-minus overall.
Shopping & dining at Main Road
Day-to-day shopping and dining options are located alongside Main Road, which houses local eateries, boutiques and coffee shops. According to Armando, Lee's Market is the go-to for groceries. "They source a lot of their products from locals in the area, so when you shop there, it feels like you're giving back to the community. They have delicious pre-made foods, too!" She has two "must-try" seafood restaurants: The Bayside Restaurant and The Back Eddy. "Bayside is one of my favorite places to grab dinner, and it's been around for a long time," Armando says. "The Back Eddy is more formal; you'd go there for a special occasion." She adds that The Back Eddy has live music and a dock, so "you can show up in your boat to eat."
Sipping wine at Westport Rivers Vineyard
To the east of Cadman's Neck Road is Westport Rivers Vineyard, a family-owned and operated business since 1986. The vineyard is part of The Coastal Wine Trail, a two- to three-day tour that takes visitors through Southeastern New England. There's also Buzzards Bay Brewing, which hosts events, such as a corn maze and Easter egg hunt.
Traveling with I-195
There are no public transportation options within the vicinity; residents rely on cars to get around. Major eat-west roads are nearby to the north: State Route 6 and I-195. These lead west to Providence, R.I., or east to Fairhaven, Mass. Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport is a 36-mile drive away.Crime
South Westport's CAP Index crime score is 1 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4. That means crime rates are much lower here than in the U.S. on average.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Melissa Rose
Melissa Rose
RE/MAX River's Edge
(508) 622-7584
177 Total Sales
1 in Great Neck/South Westport
$490,000 Price
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The Mathew J Arruda Group
The Mathew J Arruda Group
Compass
(508) 501-5617
341 Total Sales
1 in Great Neck/South Westport
$1,100,000 Price
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Manny Lindo
Manny Lindo
Highland Real Estate Group
(774) 713-9051
101 Total Sales
1 in Great Neck/South Westport
$627,000 Price
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William Ryan
William Ryan
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams South Watuppa
(774) 713-9434
121 Total Sales
1 in Great Neck/South Westport
$685,000 Price
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Byron R. Ford, Jr.
Byron R. Ford, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties
(401) 681-8108
139 Total Sales
3 in Great Neck/South Westport
$210K - $230K Price Range
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Pamela Papa
PP
Pamela Papa
Responds QuicklyResidential Properties Ltd.
(401) 416-4840
15 Total Sales
1 in Great Neck/South Westport
$535,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 2nd
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Westport Town Farm
Demarest Lloyd State Park
Woodcock Rifle Range
Dunham's Brook Conservation Area
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Events
Russells Mills Landing
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Playground
Paskamansett Park
Horseneck Beach State Reservation
- Camping
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
Gooseberry Island
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Great Neck/South Westport | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Great Neck/South Westport Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Great Neck/South Westport, Westport sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Great Neck/South Westport, Westport over the last 12 months is $325,000, up 63% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$330,000
Median Sale Price
$325,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$325,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
63%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$214
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
773
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1973
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,996
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,531
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
34,630
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
1,789
Median Age
58
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
13.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
37.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$89,599
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$126,947
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.9%
College Graduates
55.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
33''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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