The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 02558 sells for about $435,000, or $435 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,400 a month.
ZIP 02558 — Wareham
The market in 02558 remains stable with consistent demand for coastal properties, though inventory remains tight. Prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, driven by the area's appeal as a seasonal destination and proximity to regional employment hubs. Figures for active inventory and days on market reflect a balanced but competitive environment for buyers.
This ZIP is ideal for seasonal vacationers, retirees, and those seeking a coastal lifestyle, though it also serves year-round residents who commute to nearby regional employment centers.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 3.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.8% · poverty 9.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 02558, Plymouth County MA
Crime rates in Onset are generally consistent with regional averages for coastal Plymouth County, with property-related incidents being the most common reports.
Schools serving the area are part of the Wareham Public Schools district, which maintains a standard curriculum with varying performance metrics across its elementary and secondary levels.
The area is a coastal community with significant exposure to flood risks and storm surges, necessitating mandatory flood insurance for many properties in low-lying zones.
Economic momentum is driven by seasonal tourism and local service industries, with limited large-scale industrial development occurring within the immediate ZIP boundaries.
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.
Commuters primarily rely on I-195 and Route 28 for access to employment hubs in New Bedford, Fall River, and the greater Boston area.
The area features extensive access to Onset Bay and Cape Cod Canal, offering numerous beaches, marinas, and public parks for boating and fishing.
The rental market is heavily influenced by seasonal demand, with high vacancy pressure during winter months and significant short-term rental activity during the summer.
The local economy is anchored by tourism, hospitality, and small-scale retail, with many residents commuting to larger employment centers in Plymouth County.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, with limited public transit options connecting to the regional rail network.
Development is constrained by coastal zoning regulations and environmental protections, focusing on small-scale residential improvements.
The Town of Wareham Assessor's office manages property valuations, conducting periodic revaluations to ensure tax equity.
Parcels are subject to municipal taxes and may fall within specific fire or water district jurisdictions.
Property insurance premiums are elevated due to coastal hazard exposure, with many properties requiring specialized flood coverage.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 02558 profiles.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
- Water Wizz of Cape Cod4.41 mi
- Jellystone Park™ Cranberry Acres4.38.6 mi
- Nova Trampoline Park4.612.8 mi
- Fins Up! Water Park4.118.6 mi
- Sauchuk's Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch4.718.1 mi
- King Richard’s Faire3.79.2 mi
- Cisco Kitchen & Bar4.515.7 mi
- Flying Bridge Restaurant4.413.8 mi
- Tavern On The Wharf4.115.1 mi
- Fireside Grille4.219 mi
- Water Wizz of Cape Cod4.41 mi
- King Richard’s Faire3.79.2 mi
- Heritage Museums & Gardens4.87.8 mi
- Sandwich Boardwalk4.69.1 mi
- Nova Trampoline Park4.612.8 mi
- Plymouth Rock4.314.8 mi
- Plimoth Patuxet Museums4.613.6 mi
- Heritage Museums & Gardens4.87.8 mi
- New Bedford Whaling Museum4.815.5 mi
- Mayflower II4.515 mi
- Heritage Museums & Gardens4.87.8 mi
- Sandwich Boardwalk4.69.1 mi
- Myles Standish State Forest4.58.1 mi
- Scusset Beach State Reservation4.78 mi
- Shawme-Crowell State Forest4.67.4 mi
- Sandwich Marina4.78.2 mi
- Kingman Yacht Center4.75.1 mi
- East Wind Lobster and Grille4.32 mi
- Pope's Island Marina4.514.9 mi
- Fairhaven Shipyard Companies, Inc.4.414.8 mi
- Pinehills Golf Club4.710.4 mi
- Crosswinds Golf Club4.610.4 mi
- Waverly Oaks Golf Club4.510.3 mi
- Southers Marsh Golf Club4.710.8 mi
- Falmouth Country Club4.311.3 mi
- Fishermen's View Seafood Market & Restaurant4.48.3 mi
- Mashpee Commons4.512.3 mi
- Lobster Trap Restaurant & Fish Market4.62.6 mi
- Wareham Crossing4.44.9 mi
- Shaw's43.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A popular public beach on Onset Bay.
Provides extensive walking and biking trails along the waterway.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).