The story of this market
The typical home in Wareham, Massachusetts sells for about $500,000, or $325 per square foot.
Prices are down 1.5% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 35 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,400 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+2.5%
MA · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Wareham, Massachusetts
The Wareham housing market remains competitive, supported by its appeal as a coastal community and its strategic location. While median prices have seen a slight year-over-year adjustment, demand remains steady, driven by both local buyers and those seeking proximity to Cape Cod. The town's recent achievement of affordable housing 'safe harbor' status is expected to provide more stability in future development planning.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Wareham yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.
Deterministic aggregate of 4 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved down 7.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 48 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0.19% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 9.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
- Water Wizz of Cape Cod4.43.2 mi
- Funcity Adventure Park4.219.6 mi
- Jellystone Park™ Cranberry Acres4.36.6 mi
- Nova Trampoline Park4.612.1 mi
- Sauchuk's Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch4.715.5 mi
- King Richard’s Faire3.76.4 mi
- Marshfield Fair4.423.3 mi
- Cisco Kitchen & Bar4.514.1 mi
- Flying Bridge Restaurant4.415.9 mi
- Tavern On The Wharf4.114.2 mi
- Plymouth Rock4.314 mi
- Water Wizz of Cape Cod4.43.2 mi
- Plimoth Patuxet Museums4.613.2 mi
- King Richard’s Faire3.76.4 mi
- Heritage Museums & Gardens4.811 mi
- Plymouth Rock4.314 mi
- Plimoth Patuxet Museums4.613.2 mi
- Heritage Museums & Gardens4.811 mi
- Lizzie Borden House (A Bed and Breakfast & Museum)4.822.8 mi
- New Bedford Whaling Museum4.813.5 mi
- Heritage Museums & Gardens4.811 mi
- Sandwich Boardwalk4.612.2 mi
- Myles Standish State Forest4.57.3 mi
- Scusset Beach State Reservation4.710.8 mi
- Shawme-Crowell State Forest4.610.5 mi
- The Cove | Restaurant & Marina4.322.9 mi
- Sandwich Marina4.711.2 mi
- Kingman Yacht Center4.78 mi
- East Wind Lobster and Grille4.35.3 mi
- Pope's Island Marina4.513 mi
- Pinehills Golf Club4.710.8 mi
- Crosswinds Golf Club4.610.3 mi
- Waverly Oaks Golf Club4.510.4 mi
- Southers Marsh Golf Club4.79.3 mi
- Falmouth Country Club4.314.1 mi
- Fishermen's View Seafood Market & Restaurant4.411.2 mi
- Mashpee Commons4.515.5 mi
- Lobster Trap Restaurant & Fish Market4.65.9 mi
- Wareham Crossing4.41.6 mi
- Kingston Collection3.814.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A scenic local golf course that provides recreational space and contributes to the town's leisure-oriented appeal.
A historic industrial site currently undergoing redevelopment to serve as a mixed-use cultural and commercial hub.
Provides significant natural beauty and opportunities for boating and fishing, enhancing property values in adjacent neighborhoods.
The primary commercial corridor in Wareham, hosting a variety of retail, dining, and service businesses that support the local economy.
Wareham is well-suited for family buyers seeking coastal living, commuters looking for a balance between affordability and access to regional employment hubs, and investors interested in the town's growing rental and redevelopment potential.
The Wareham Public Schools district serves the community with a range of elementary, middle, and high school options. The district is currently focused on improving student performance metrics and expanding vocational-technical opportunities.
The town is served by major highway corridors including I-195 and Route 6, facilitating regional travel. Public transit options are limited, making personal vehicle ownership the primary mode of transportation for most residents.
Wareham offers extensive recreational opportunities, including access to the Wankinco River and various coastal beaches. The town features several parks, golf courses like Little Harbor, and proximity to major regional shopping districts.
The rental market in Wareham is characterized by steady demand, particularly for seasonal and year-round housing near the coast. Vacancy rates remain low, and the town has seen a rise in interest from investors looking for both long-term and short-term rental opportunities.
Wareham's economy is anchored by retail, tourism, and service industries, with significant activity along the Cranberry Highway corridor. The town is actively working to attract new businesses and leverage its position as a gateway to the Cape.
Wareham is experiencing moderate economic momentum driven by its strategic location as the gateway to Cape Cod. Recent development efforts, including the revitalization of the Tremont Nail Factory district, are aimed at diversifying the local tax base and attracting new commercial investment.
The town has recently achieved a 'safe harbor' status under state affordable housing laws, which provides local officials with greater oversight and control over future residential development projects.
Parcels in Wareham are subject to standard municipal property taxes and may fall within specific utility or fire districts depending on their location.
Wareham experiences crime rates generally consistent with regional averages for coastal Massachusetts towns of its size. Local law enforcement focuses on property crime prevention, and residents are encouraged to utilize community policing resources.
As a coastal town, Wareham faces risks related to storm surges, flooding, and wind damage, particularly in low-lying areas near the coast and rivers. Property owners are generally required to maintain flood insurance if located within designated FEMA flood zones.
Property insurance in Wareham is influenced by the town's coastal geography, with premiums reflecting the risk of flood and wind damage. Market health remains stable, though owners are encouraged to review coverage regularly.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Massachusetts) — Massachusetts Local Property Tax: Ad valorem tax calculated as (Municipal Budget / Total Assessed Value of all taxable property) = Tax Rate per $1,000 of assessed value. Assessments must be at 100% of full and fair cash (market) value.
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this city's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates and local municipal reports.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.