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Cape Cod Market UpdateThird Quarter 2015Sotheby’s International Realty Cape Cod Brokerages Osterville | West Falmouth
oldCape Sotheby’s International Realty Brewster | Chatham | Dennis | Harwich Port | Orleans
Atlantic Bay Sotheby’s International Realty Provincetown
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Statistical information contained in this report is from the Cape Cod and Islands MLS,
Osterville 851 Main Street | Osterville, MA 02655 508.428.9115 | 800.851.9115
West Falmouth 550 West Falmouth Hwy | West Falmouth, MA 02574 508.548.2522 | 866.508.2522
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2404 Main Street | Brewster, MA 02631 | 508.896.5000
623 Route 6A | Dennis, MA 02638 508-385-4944
587 Route 28 | Harwich Port, MA 02646 508.432.6100
6 Route 6A | Orleans, MA 02653 508.255.6000
1455 Main St | Chatham, MA 02633 508.945.9100
210 Orleans Rd | North Chatham 508.945.8800
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Provincetown 168 Commercial Street | Provincetown, MA 02657 508.487.2430 | atlanticbaysir.com
Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated.
The arm-shaped peninsula known as Cape Cod rests in the southeast
corner of Massachusetts, extending east into the Atlantic Ocean. Its
559.6 miles of coastal shoreline are accented by bays, harbors, beach-
es and marshland settings of breath-taking natural beauty. Cape
Cod incorporates all of Barnstable County, which comprises 15 towns:
Bourne, Sandwich, Falmouth, Mashpee, Barnstable, Yarmouth, Dennis,
Harwich, Brewster, Chatham, Orleans, Eastham, Wellfleet, Truro, and
Provincetown.
With waterfront to please all tastes, Cape Cod’s northern shoreline
is formed by the tidal waters of Cape Cod Bay; south lies the warm
waters of Nantucket Sound; easterly is the raw power of the Atlantic
Ocean and across its landscape are over 365 kettle ponds formed by
the glaciers thousands of years ago.
Cape Cod’s location provides access to many activities both on the
water and land, and its temperate climate, thanks to the nearby Gulf
Stream, allows enjoyment for many months out of the year. For exam-
ple, located just off the shore of Provincetown to the northwest is the
Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary, a renowned location for
whale watching. And, many of the towns’ harbors provide deep-water
access to sportfishing and world-class sailing. Additionally, Cape Cod
has become a premier golf destination, with over 35 public and private
golf courses; many designed by today’s biggest golf course architects
including Reese Jones, Geoffrey Cornish, Skip Wogan and Brian Silva.
Let’s not forget the rich arts and cultural heritage on Cape Cod provid-
ing activities from orchestras and opera to galleries, museums and
performing arts.
When describing a location on Cape Cod, locals refer to four distinct re-
gions: the Upper Cape is the region located closest to the mainland, the
Mid Cape is located in the middle as you move east. Next comes the
Lower Cape, located at the elbow of the arm and then as you progress
further out into the Atlantic toward the tip of Cape Cod you have the
Outer Cape.
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TABLE OF CONTENTSTHE UPPER CAPE 3
THE MID CAPE 11
THE LOWER CAPE 19
THE OUTER CAPE 27
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CAPE COD | THE UPPER CAPE 3
WEB: 0840809
THE UPPER CAPE
BOURNE, FALMOUTH SANDWICH, MASHPEE
Comprised of the towns of Bourne, Falmouth,
Sandwich and Mashpee, the Upper Cape is the portion
of the peninsula that is closest to the mainland. Like the
rest of Cape Cod each town has its own character and a
rich and diverse history.
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TOTAL UNITS SOLD UPPER CAPE 2014 2015
UNDER $250,000 229 252
$250,000 - $499,999 634 698
$500,000 -$ 749,999 126 154
$750,000 - $999,999 41 59
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 46 35
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 19 10
$4,000,000 AND UP 3 2
UPPER CAPE SALES JANUARY - SEPTEMBER 2015
The number of units sold on the Upper Cape has increased by
10% in 2015 as compared to 2014.
Bourne has experienced a 21% decrease in the average selling
price of a single family unit and a 9% decrease in condominium
average sale price. Bourne’s Single Family unit sales are up 39%
and condominiums stayed flat.
Falmouth Single Family units are up 4% and condominium sales
have also increased by 4%. Falmouth has seen an 8% decrease
in the average selling price of a single family home while there
has been a reduction of 2% in condominiums.
Sandwich’s Single Family unit sales have increased by 11% and
condominiums have declined by 39%. Sandwich’s average selling
price of a single family has increased by 8% while condominiums
have increased by 13%.
Single Family sales in Mashpee have increased by 5% and
condominiums by 18%. There has been a 10% decrease in the
average selling price of single family homes and a 2% reduction
in condominiums.
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800
$4,000,000 AND UP
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999
$750,000 - $999,999
$500,000 -$ 749,999
$250,000 - $499,999
UNDER $250,000
# UNITS SOLD
2015 2014
CAPE COD | THE UPPER CAPE 5
WEB: 0840905
UNITS SOLD INVENTORYSOLD
JAN-SEPT 2014SOLD
JAN-SEPT 2015% CHANGE
2014 TO 2015CURRENT INVENTORY
(10-1-15)# MONTHS OF
INVENTORY (10-1-15)
SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO
UNDER $250,000 31 14 39 18 26% 29% 14 11 3 6
$250,000 - $499,999 68 14 108 9 59% -36% 70 8 6 8
$500,000 -$ 749,999 12 0 13 1 8% 100% 32 0 22 -
$750,000 - $999,999 1 0 6 0 500% 0% 13 6 20 -
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 4 0 1 0 -75% 0% 14 0 126 -
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 5 0 1 0 -80% 0% 8 0 72 -
$4,000,000 AND UP 0 0 0 0 0% 0% 2 0 - -
TOTALS 121 28 168 28 39% 0% 153 25 8 8
SF CONDO
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
2014 $462,742 $279,229
2015 $364,674 $254,348
% CHANGE -21% -9%
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
2014 158 139
2015 118 111
% CHANGE -25% -20%
AVERAGE SOLD/LIST PRICE DIFFERENCE
2014 94% 96%
2015 95% 98%
% CHANGE 1% 2%
BOURNEHome to the first trading center in America, the Aptucxet Trading Post,
Bourne straddles the Cape Cod Canal, and is considered the gateway
to Cape Cod. Bourne includes the villages of Buzzards Bay, Sagamore,
Pocasset, Cataumet and a portion of the Massachusetts Military
Reservation. Positioned as it is, Bourne provides an ideal spot for anyone
who needs to commute to Boston, but also enjoys the relaxed lifestyle
of Cape Cod. The miles of trails along the Cape Cod Canal are wonderful
for bike riding, or just watching the boats as the travel through the canal.
Bourne is also the home to the Massachusetts Maritime Academy.
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WEB: 0403148
UNITS SOLD INVENTORYSOLD
JAN-SEPT 2014SOLD
JAN-SEPT 2015% CHANGE
2014 TO 2015CURRENT INVENTORY
(10-1-15)# MONTHS OF
INVENTORY (10-1-15)
SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO
UNDER $250,000 68 11 75 11 10% 0% 31 3 4 2
$250,000 - $499,999 205 26 204 25 0% -4% 131 21 6 8
$500,000 -$ 749,999 66 8 79 11 20% 38% 84 12 10 10
$750,000 - $999,999 27 0 25 1 -7% 100% 46 3 17 27
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 15 1 19 0 27% -100% 35 1 17 -
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 10 0 6 0 -40% 0% 27 0 41 -
$4,000,000 AND UP 2 0 1 0 -50% 0% 11 0 99 -
TOTALS 393 46 409 48 4% 4% 365 40 8 8
SF CONDO
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
2014 $527,418 $386,523
2015 $485,965 $377,760
% CHANGE -8% -2%
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
2014 137 195
2015 147 106
% CHANGE 7% -46%
AVERAGE SOLD/LIST PRICE DIFFERENCE
2014 94% 96%
2015 94% 96%
% CHANGE 0% 0%
FALMOUTHFalmouth, one of Cape Cod’s oldest resort communities, is accented by
wonderful restaurants and shopping along Main Street, a vibrant art and
cultural community and includes the seaside village of Woods Hole, home
of the world-renowned Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. Located
just across the Sound from Martha’s Vineyard, it is easy to catch a ferry
to the island for a day trip.
CAPE COD | THE UPPER CAPE 7
WEB: 0402852
UNITS SOLD INVENTORYSOLD
JAN-SEPT 2014SOLD
JAN-SEPT 2015% CHANGE
2014 TO 2015CURRENT INVENTORY
(10-1-15)# MONTHS OF
INVENTORY (10-1-15)
SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO
UNDER $250,000 25 17 29 9 16% -47% 8 8 2 8
$250,000 - $499,999 150 1 159 2 6% 100% 140 5 8 23
$500,000 -$ 749,999 19 0 20 0 5% 0% 72 0 32 -
$750,000 - $999,999 5 0 13 0 160% 0% 21 0 15 -
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 2 0 2 0 0% 0% 14 0 63 -
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 0 0 1 0 100% 0% 3 0 27 -
$4,000,000 AND UP 0 0 0 0 0% 0% 1 0 - -
TOTALS 201 18 224 11 11% -39% 259 13 10 11
SF CONDO
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
2014 $372,247 $189,194
2015 $403,368 $214,636
% CHANGE 8% 13%
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
2014 139 93
2015 124 141
% CHANGE -11% 52%
AVERAGE SOLD/LIST PRICE DIFFERENCE
2014 96% 95%
2015 96% 95%
% CHANGE 0% 1%
SANDWICHThe oldest town on Cape Cod, Sandwich reflects its colonial heritage to
this day. Within the village, many historic homes have been restored and
repurposed as quaint B&Bs, restaurants or shops. There is also a wealth
of historic sites and museums sprinkled throughout town. For the
outdoor enthusiast, Sandwich is home to beautiful nature trails and
north-side beaches, great for long strolls.
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WEB: 0840999
UNITS SOLD INVENTORYSOLD
JAN-SEPT 2014SOLD
JAN-SEPT 2015% CHANGE
2014 TO 2015CURRENT INVENTORY
(10-1-15)# MONTHS OF
INVENTORY (10-1-15)
SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO
UNDER $250,000 32 31 21 50 -34% 61% 17 16 7 3
$250,000 - $499,999 80 90 107 84 34% -7% 70 34 6 4
$500,000 -$ 749,999 20 1 20 10 0% 900% 59 15 27 14
$750,000 - $999,999 8 0 13 1 63% 100% 34 5 24 45
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 23 1 13 0 -43% -100% 54 2 37 -
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 4 0 2 0 -50% 0% 17 0 77 -
$4,000,000 AND UP 1 0 1 0 0% 0% 5 0 45 -
TOTALS 168 123 177 145 5% 18% 256 72 13 4
SF CONDO
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
2014 $581,554 $327,353
2015 $524,224 $321,543
% CHANGE -10% -2%
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
2014 178 128
2015 149 143
% CHANGE -16% 12%
AVERAGE SOLD/LIST PRICE DIFFERENCE
2014 94% 97%
2015 94% 98%
% CHANGE 0% 0%
MASHPEEThe town of Mashpee maintains a strong connection to its Native Ameri-
can heritage. Purchased in 1660, by Richard Bourne, to be set aside for
Native Americans, Mashpee Plantation was the first reservation in the
United States. A large population of Wampanoag people still reside in
Mashpee today. In addition to Wampanoag culture and history, Mash-
pee is know for its shopping, restaurants, golfing and the New Seabury
Resort. Mashpee includes the villages of New Seabury and Popponesset.
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METROPOLITAN MARKETS
NEW YORK, NY | Web: 00110341 | $1,700,000
SAN FRANCISCO, CA | Web: 0087579 | $1,525,000
HOUSTON, TX | Web: 1233394 | $1,595,000
RESORT MARKETS
PALM BEACH, FL | Web: 0076755 | $1,700,000
CAPE COD, MA | Web: 0403249 | $1,695,000
SANTA BARBARA, CA | Web: 0113946 | $1,800,000
FOREIGN MARKETS
COSTA RICA | Web: S349HB | $1,350,000
ITALY | Web: JM3MBW | $1,792,115
GREECE | Web: DNJSXS | $1,792,115
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CAPE COD | THE MID CAPE 11
THE MID CAPE
WEB: 0403097
BARNSTABLE, YARMOUTH, DENNIS
Located in the middle of Cape Cod, along the bicep to
continue the arm analogy, the mid Cape consists of
the towns of Barnstable, Yarmouth and Dennis. Each
of these towns is unique in that it extends the full way
across Cape Cod from north to south, bisected only by
the Cape’s three main highways of Route 6A, Route 6
and Route 28.
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TOTAL UNITS SOLD MID CAPE 2014 2015
UNDER $250,000 461 396
$250,000 - $499,999 660 685
$500,000 -$ 749,999 122 128
$750,000 - $999,999 42 45
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 33 37
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 12 13
$4,000,000 AND UP 5 6
MID CAPE SALES JANUARY - SEPTEMBER 2015
The number of units sold on the Mid Cape has decreased by 2%
in 2015 as compared to 2014.
Barnstable’s average selling price in single family homes has
increased 1%, while the average selling price of condominiums
has decreased 15%.
Over the same time frame in Barnstable, single family unit sales
are down. 5% while condominum units are down 10%.
Yarmouth single family units are up 8%, however condominiums
are down 12%.
Dennis single family units decreased 5% for 2015 vs 2014.
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800
$4,000,000 AND UP
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999
$750,000 - $999,999
$500,000 -$749,999
$250,000 - $499,999
UNDER $250,000
# UNITS SOLD
2015 2014
CAPE COD | THE MID CAPE 13
WEB: 0403247
UNITS SOLD INVENTORYSOLD
JAN-SEPT 2014SOLD
JAN-SEPT 2015% CHANGE
2014 TO 2015CURRENT INVENTORY
(10-1-15)# MONTHS OF
INVENTORY (10-1-15)
SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO
UNDER $250,000 111 39 93 42 -16% 8% 48 17 5 4
$250,000 - $499,999 316 26 305 19 -3% -27% 231 16 7 8
$500,000 -$ 749,999 51 4 55 1 8% -75% 83 10 14 90
$750,000 - $999,999 25 0 19 0 -24% 0% 52 2 25 -
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 26 0 27 0 4% 0% 73 1 24 -
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 9 0 11 0 22% 0% 40 0 33 -
$4,000,000 AND UP 4 0 6 0 50% 0% 24 0 36 -
TOTALS 542 69 516 62 -5% -10% 551 46 10 7
SF CONDO
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
2014 $523,331 $239,926
2015 $530,754 $203,400
% CHANGE 1% -15%
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
2014 124 181
2015 128 194
% CHANGE 3% 7%
AVERAGE SOLD/LIST PRICE DIFFERENCE
2014 94% 95%
2015 93% 96%
% CHANGE 0% 1%
BARNSTABLEThe town of Barnstable consists of seven villages and is the largest
community both in land area and population on Cape Cod. Beaches are
plentiful along both Cape Cod Bay to the north and Nantucket Sound
to the south. It is also the center of county institutions such as the court
system and Registry of Deeds as well as the the economic and commer-
cial center of the Cape. Hyannis, Cape Cod’s most populous city, is often
referred to as the Hub of the Cape, and is known for its shopping districts,
many fine restaurants, and performing arts center. As the center of
activity, it is also home to the Barnstable Municipal Airport and a port for
ferry service to Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard.
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WEB: 0403272
UNITS SOLD INVENTORYSOLD
JAN-SEPT 2014SOLD
JAN-SEPT 2015% CHANGE
2014 TO 2015CURRENT INVENTORY
(10-1-15)# MONTHS OF
INVENTORY (10-1-15)
SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO
UNDER $250,000 130 63 105 55 -19% -13% 35 45 3 7
$250,000 - $499,999 156 28 196 29 26% 4% 166 12 8 4
$500,000 -$ 749,999 24 4 25 0 4% -100% 35 1 13 -
$750,000 - $999,999 4 0 11 0 175% 0% 14 1 11 -
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 4 0 4 0 0% 0% 14 1 32 -
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 0 0 1 0 100% 0% 6 0 54 -
$4,000,000 AND UP 0 0 0 0 0% 0% 4 0 - -
TOTALS 318 95 342 84 8% -12% 274 60 7 6
SF CONDO
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
2014 $316,537 $240,628
2015 $349,336 $232,851
% CHANGE 10% -3%
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
2014 126 165
2015 121 89
% CHANGE -4% -46%
AVERAGE SOLD/LIST PRICE DIFFERENCE
2014 95% 96%
2015 96% 97%
% CHANGE 0% 1%
YARMOUTHYarmouth consists of the villages of Yarmouth Port, Bass River, Great
Island, South Yarmouth, West Yarmouth and Yarmouth. With shorelines
along both the north and the south side of the Cape, each of Yarmouth’s
villages has its own distinct character. In Yarmouth Port on the north side,
along historic Route 6A the quaint meandering road is highlighted by
antique sea captains’ homes, antique shops, fine restaurants and historic
spots. While, along the south shore the warm waters of Nantucket Sound
lap at the shores of sandy beaches just minutes from Route 28 and its
many attractions and restaurants.
CAPE COD | THE MID CAPE 15
WEB: 0403222
UNITS SOLD INVENTORYSOLD
JAN-SEPT 2014SOLD
JAN-SEPT 2015% CHANGE
2014 TO 2015CURRENT INVENTORY
(10-1-15)# MONTHS OF
INVENTORY (10-1-15)
SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO
UNDER $250,000 72 46 47 54 -35% 17% 24 50 5 8
$250,000 - $499,999 126 8 123 13 -2% 63% 95 8 7 6
$500,000 -$ 749,999 30 9 42 5 40% -44% 32 1 7 2
$750,000 - $999,999 11 2 15 0 36% -100% 29 1 17 -
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 3 0 6 0 100% 0% 21 1 32 -
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 3 0 1 0 -67% 0% 6 0 54 -
$4,000,000 AND UP 1 0 0 0 -100% 0% 2 0 - -
TOTALS 246 65 234 72 -5% 11% 209 61 8 8
SF CONDO
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
2014 $400,496 $261,553
2015 $422,254 $216,575
% CHANGE 5% -17%
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
2014 141 149
2015 128 138
% CHANGE -9% -7%
AVERAGE SOLD/LIST PRICE DIFFERENCE
2014 94% 100%
2015 95% 99%
% CHANGE 2% -1%
DENNISAnother of Cape Cod’s historic treasures, Dennis offers a bit of everything
for everyone. Along its north side, Dennis exudes historic charm, from
living history museums such as the Josiah Dennis Manse to a landscape
that meanders along Route 6A dotted with antique shops, historic homes
and B&Bs. Its southern coastline features one of Cape Cod’s most visited
sandy shores, West Dennis Beach, punctuated by cottage colonies and
salt-air breezes as well as the lovely estates that reside along the fingers
of Bass River, with deep water access to Nantucket Sound.
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THE LOWER CAPE
BREWSTER, HARWICH, CHATHAM, ORLEANS, EASTHAM
Quaint and quiet, the lower Cape is made up by the
towns of Brewster, Harwich, Chatham, Orleans and
Eastham. The Lower Cape also holds the distinc-
tion of being the gateway to the Cape Cod National
Seashore, with miles of some of the best beaches in
the world, including Coast Guard Beach in Eastham,
which is consistently ranked as one of the top ten
beaches worldwide.
WEB: 21508521
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LOWER CAPE SALES JANUARY - SEPTEMBER 2015
TOTAL UNITS SOLD LOWER CAPE 2014 2015
UNDER $250,000 113 115
$250,000 - $499,999 359 399
$500,000 -$749,999 109 158
$750,000 - $999,999 65 55
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 53 66
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 24 18
$4,000,000 AND UP 2 4
The five towns comprising the Lower Cape have experienced
an increase in 2015 when compared to 2014. The number of
units sold on the Lower Cape are up by about 12% in 2015 as
compared to 2014.
Brewster has seen a 6% increase in single family unit sales year
over year, and condominiums are up by 13%.
Harwich single family units, like Brewster, saw an increase
compared to last year. Harwich performed with a 36% increase
in single family sales and a 13% increase in sales of condominium
units.
Orleans experienced a 6% increase in average sales price for
single family homes, while condomium prices increased 42%.
Chatham experienced a decline in unit sales year over year of 3%
while Eastham posted an increase of 16%.
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450
$4,000,000 AND UP
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999
$750,000 - $999,999
$500,000 - $749,999
$250,000 - $499,999
UNDER $250,000
# UNITS SOLD
2015 2014
CAPE COD | THE LOWER CAPE 19
WEB: 21507776
UNITS SOLD INVENTORYSOLD
JAN-SEPT 2014SOLD
JAN-SEPT 2015% CHANGE
2014 TO 2015CURRENT INVENTORY
(10-1-15)# MONTHS OF
INVENTORY (10-1-15)
SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO
UNDER $250,000 5 36 4 45 -20% 25% 0 17 0 3
$250,000 - $499,999 80 13 78 11 -3% -15% 43 12 5 10
$500,000 -$ 749,999 23 3 29 3 26% 0% 34 1 11 3
$750,000 - $999,999 5 0 2 1 -60% 100% 22 2 99 18
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 5 1 11 0 120% -100% 9 3 7 -
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 0 0 1 0 100% 0% 5 0 45 -
$4,000,000 AND UP 0 0 0 0 0% 0% 0 0 - -
TOTALS 118 53 125 60 6% 13% 113 35 8 5
SF CONDO
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
2014 $460,438 $232,078
2015 $518,916 $244,127
% CHANGE 13% 5%
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
2014 111 111
2015 114 116
% CHANGE 3% 5%
AVERAGE SOLD/LIST PRICE DIFFERENCE
2014 95% 95%
2015 95% 97%
% CHANGE 0% 1%
BREWSTERKnown as the “sea captain’s town,” Brewster is located on the north side
of Cape Cod. All of its saltwater beaches are located on Cape Cod Bay,
known as the famous Brewster flats, where when the tide is “out,” you
can walk out into the bay for at least a mile. Along Route 6A, the main
thoroughfare, one can find remnants of its historic past from stately sea
captain’s homes now converted to B&Bs or private residences. Brewster
is also home to Nickerson State Park and the Punkhorn Parklands, pro-
viding miles of nature trails for the outdoor enthusiast.
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WEB: 21506477
UNITS SOLD INVENTORYSOLD
JAN-SEPT 2014SOLD
JAN-SEPT 2015% CHANGE
2014 TO 2015CURRENT INVENTORY
(10-1-15)# MONTHS OF
INVENTORY (10-1-15)
SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO
UNDER $250,000 18 20 16 24 -11% 20% 5 6 3 2
$250,000 - $499,999 107 7 148 6 38% -14% 84 11 5 17
$500,000 -$ 749,999 17 2 35 5 106% 150% 38 9 10 16
$750,000 - $999,999 11 1 9 0 -18% -100% 24 0 24 -
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 6 0 8 0 33% 0% 12 0 14 -
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 2 1 3 0 50% -100% 6 0 18 -
$4,000,000 AND UP 0 0 0 0 0% 0% 2 0 - -
TOTALS 161 31 219 35 36% 13% 171 26 7 7
SF CONDO
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
2014 $464,262 $367,679
2015 $474,324 $265,511
% CHANGE 2% -28%
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
2014 115 149
2015 150 201
% CHANGE 30% 35%
AVERAGE SOLD/LIST PRICE DIFFERENCE
2014 94% 94%
2015 95% 95%
% CHANGE 1% 1%
HARWICHFamous for its Cranberry Festival, Harwich is located to the south of
Brewster and all of its saltwater beaches are located along Nantucket
Sound. Harwich is also home to some of the most beautiful harbors
on Cape Cod, from Wychmere to Allen to Saquatucket, there are many
deep-water ports to provide shelter from a storm in Harwich. There is
even a ferry which leaves from Saquatucket Harbor to take visitors to
Nantucket.
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WEB: 21506743
UNITS SOLD INVENTORYSOLD
JAN-SEPT 2014SOLD
JAN-SEPT 2015% CHANGE
2014 TO 2015CURRENT INVENTORY
(10-1-15)# MONTHS OF
INVENTORY (10-1-15)
SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO
UNDER $250,000 0 21 1 10 100% -52% 1 12 9 11
$250,000 - $499,999 25 3 25 5 0% 67% 28 3 10 5
$500,000 -$ 749,999 20 1 26 1 30% 0% 32 2 11 18
$750,000 - $999,999 22 0 18 0 -18% 0% 18 0 9 -
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 11 0 12 0 9% 0% 26 0 20 -
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 2 0 5 0 150% 0% 13 0 23 -
$4,000,000 AND UP 0 0 0 0 0% 0% 2 0 - -
TOTALS 80 25 87 16 9% -36% 120 17 12 10
SF CONDO
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
2014 $760,032 $195,012
2015 $808,675 $277,875
% CHANGE 6% 42%
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
2014 171 122
2015 163 131
% CHANGE -5% 7%
AVERAGE SOLD/LIST PRICE DIFFERENCE
2014 94% 95%
2015 95% 96%
% CHANGE 1% 1%
ORLEANSOrleans is the hub of the Lower Cape, with a large downtown which hosts
many fine restaurants, shops and services. From picturesque Rock Har-
bor on its north side to the peaceful shelter of Town Cove off the Atlantic
on the south, Orleans has something for everyone. Take in a free Cape
Cod Baseball League game and cheer on the Orleans Firebirds in El-
dredge Park, or bring a blanket or beach chair to sit on the lawn and enjoy
the Pops in the Park during the summer. Spend the day at world-famous
Nauset Beach relaxing on the sand, or bring your kite to Skaket Beach
along Cape Cod Bay. There is never a shortage of things to do in Orleans.
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WEB: 21509375
UNITS SOLD INVENTORYSOLD
JAN-SEPT 2014SOLD
JAN-SEPT 2015% CHANGE
2014 TO 2015CURRENT INVENTORY
(10-1-15)# MONTHS OF
INVENTORY (10-1-15)
SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO
UNDER $250,000 2 5 1 5 -50% 0% 2 7 18 13
$250,000 - $499,999 53 6 44 8 -17% 33% 22 13 5 15
$500,000 -$ 749,999 27 4 35 2 30% -50% 35 8 9 36
$750,000 - $999,999 23 0 21 0 -9% 0% 25 5 11 -
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 28 0 33 0 18% 0% 46 1 13 -
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 16 0 9 0 -44% 0% 38 0 38 -
$4,000,000 AND UP 2 0 4 0 100% 0% 12 0 27 -
TOTALS 151 15 147 15 -3% 0% 180 34 11 20
SF CONDO
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
2014 $980,850 $347,300
2015 $1,011,569 $361,027
% CHANGE 3% 4%
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
2014 237 172
2015 159 235
% CHANGE -33% 37%
AVERAGE SOLD/LIST PRICE DIFFERENCE
2014 92% 95%
2015 95% 95%
% CHANGE 3% 0%
CHATHAMThe National Trust for Historic Preservation chose Chatham as a Distinc-
tive Destination in 2007. Few places encompass the historic charm of this
quaint “fishing village” by the sea. Chatham has shorelines along both
Nantucket Sound and the Atlantic Ocean and is well-known for its Fish
Pier from which commercial and recreational fishermen ply their trade.
Chatham is home to a picture-perfect Main Street with village shops,
world-class inns and wonderful restaurants which provide the perfect
vantage point to enjoy Chatham’s festive small-town parades on
Independence Day and New Year’s Eve.
CAPE COD | THE LOWER CAPE 23
WEB: 21507697
UNITS SOLD INVENTORYSOLD
JAN-SEPT 2014SOLD
JAN-SEPT 2015% CHANGE
2014 TO 2015CURRENT INVENTORY
(10-1-15)# MONTHS OF
INVENTORY (10-1-15)
SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO
UNDER $250,000 5 1 3 6 -40% 500% 3 9 9 14
$250,000 - $499,999 63 2 71 3 13% 50% 63 5 8 15
$500,000 -$ 749,999 12 0 22 0 83% 0% 22 0 9 -
$750,000 - $999,999 3 0 4 0 33% 0% 6 0 14 -
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 2 0 2 0 0% 0% 5 0 23 -
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 3 0 0 0 -100% 0% 1 0 - -
$4,000,000 AND UP 0 0 0 0 0% 0% 0 0 - -
TOTALS 88 3 102 9 16% 200% 100 14 9 14
SF CONDO
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
2014 $530,343 $288,333
2015 $452,331 $240,583
% CHANGE -15% -17%
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
2014 147 182
2015 143 166
% CHANGE -3% -9%
AVERAGE SOLD/LIST PRICE DIFFERENCE
2014 95% 96%
2015 95% 94%
% CHANGE 0% -2%
EASTHAMSite of the first meeting between the Pilgrims and Nauset Indians at First
Encounter Beach in 1620, Eastham also is home to the Salt Pond Visi-
tor Center and gateway to the Cape Cod National Seashore. From the
often photographed iconic Nauset Lighthouse with its bold red and white
bands to the Colonial Windmill which still sits on the village green and
plays host to many arts and craft shows throughout the summer season,
Eastham is always ready with picture-perfect locations. Eastham’s Coast
Guard Beach is one of the top ten beaches in the world according to Dr.
Beach, and its Bay beaches are a favorite of those seeking warmer waters
and walks on the flats at low tide.
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ON THE MARKET
left to right from top to bottom:
METROPOLITAN MARKETS
NEW YORK, NY | Web: 0137863 | $3,595,000
HOUSTON, TX | Web: 1250373 | $3,495,000
LOS ANGELES, CA | Web: 0308403 | $3,495,000
RESORT MARKETS
MALIBU, CA | Web: 0355397 | $3,795,000
SAG HARBOR, NY | Web: 0044470 | $3,750,000
CARMEL, CA | Web: 0474004 | $3,395,000
FOREIGN MARKETS
GREECE | Web: WWKHD2 | $3,584,229
SOUTH AFRICA | Web: JGDBB6 | $3,526,931
SPAIN | Web: SJ836H | $3,640,233
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THE OUTER CAPE
WELLFLEET, TRURO, PROVINCETOWN
What some consider to be the “True Cape Cod”
the Outer Cape is home to some of the most
picturesque dunescapes and marshlands on this
sandy peninsula. The Cape Cod National Seashore
encompasses many of the lands on the Outer Cape
including the entire eastern facing shoreline along
the Atlantic Ocean. The least populated and most
rural part of Cape Cod, many seek the peaceful
solitude and beauty that this region provides.
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OUTER CAPE SALES JANUARY - SEPTEMBER 2015
TOTAL UNITS SOLD OUTER CAPE 2014 2015
UNDER $250,000 25 39
$250,000 - $499,999 98 107
$500,000 -$ 749,999 75 73
$750,000 - $999,999 26 18
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 13 14
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 4 4
$4,000,000 AND UP 0 2
The Outer Cape experienced a 7% increase in unit sales year
over year.
Wellfleet sales of single family units declined 39% while pricing
increased by 33%. Condominiums are down by 44% in average
selling price with an 11% reduction in unit sales.
Truro performed with a 17% increase in single family sales and a
183% increase in sales of condominium units.
Provincetown saw a 7% decrease in the average sales price
of single family homes and a 3% increase in the sales price of
condominium units. Unit sales were up 13% for single family
homes and condominiums were also up 10%.
0 20 40 60 80 100 120
$4,000,000 AND UP
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999
$750,000 - $999,999
$500,000 - $749,999
$250,000 - $499,999
UNDER $250,000
# UNITS SOLD
2015 2014
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WEB: 21508461
UNITS SOLD INVENTORYSOLD
JAN-SEPT 2014SOLD
JAN-SEPT 2015% CHANGE
2014 TO 2015CURRENT INVENTORY
(10-1-15)# MONTHS OF
INVENTORY (10-1-15)
SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO
UNDER $250,000 2 3 3 7 50% 133% 8 6 24 8
$250,000 - $499,999 30 4 18 1 -40% -75% 26 4 13 36
$500,000 -$ 749,999 20 2 12 0 -40% -100% 22 2 17 -
$750,000 - $999,999 6 0 0 0 -100% 0% 8 0 - -
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 4 0 3 0 -25% 0% 11 0 33 -
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 0 0 0 0 0% 0% 1 0 - -
$4,000,000 AND UP 0 0 2 0 100% 0% 1 0 5 -
TOTALS 62 9 38 8 -39% -11% 77 12 18 14
SF CONDO
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
2014 $548,189 $329,694
2015 $730,938 $183,563
% CHANGE 33% -44%
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
2014 173 290
2015 118 91
% CHANGE -32% -69%
AVERAGE SOLD/LIST PRICE DIFFERENCE
2014 95% 97%
2015 95% 96%
% CHANGE 0% -1%
WELLFLEETThe town of Wellfleet is home to amazing dunes along its eastern shores
that provide miles of breathtaking views. The Marconi Site, within the
Cape Cod National Seashore is where the first Trans Atlantic radio mes-
sage was sent from America to England by Guglielmo Marconi in 1903.
Along its northern shores of Cape Cod Bay resides the beauty of Wellfleet
Harbor where one can enjoy the coming and going of boats and people
throughout the day. Along its Main Street are wonderful shops, restau-
rants and galleries, ripe for exploring.
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UNITS SOLD INVENTORYSOLD
JAN-SEPT 2014SOLD
JAN-SEPT 2015% CHANGE
2014 TO 2015CURRENT INVENTORY
(10-1-15)# MONTHS OF
INVENTORY (10-1-15)
SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO
UNDER $250,000 0 7 0 13 0% 86% 0 9 - 6
$250,000 - $499,999 8 4 5 21 -38% 425% 5 32 9 14
$500,000 -$ 749,999 9 1 19 0 111% -100% 27 3 13 -
$750,000 - $999,999 7 0 5 0 -29% 0% 14 0 25 -
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 4 0 3 0 -25% 0% 21 0 63 -
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 1 0 2 0 100% 0% 7 0 32 -
$4,000,000 AND UP 0 0 0 0 0% 0% 0 0 - -
TOTALS 29 12 34 34 17% 183% 74 44 20 12
SF CONDO
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
2014 $789,340 $257,500
2015 $806,072 $295,385
% CHANGE 2% 15%
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
2014 194 207
2015 176 153
% CHANGE -9% -26%
AVERAGE SOLD/LIST PRICE DIFFERENCE
2014 93% 92%
2015 94% 97%
% CHANGE 1% 5%
TRUROTruro is the smallest and least populated town on Cape Cod. Home to
dramatic sandy cliffs from Atlantic to Bay, Truro is unsurpassed in its nat-
ural beauty. Built in 1797, Highland Lighthouse, located on a cliff 183 feet
above sea level, is the oldest lighthouse on Cape Cod. Truro resides close
enough to Provincetown to enjoy its activities, but far enough removed to
bask in peaceful seclusion.
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WEB: 21508957
UNITS SOLD INVENTORYSOLD
JAN-SEPT 2014SOLD
JAN-SEPT 2015% CHANGE
2014 TO 2015CURRENT INVENTORY
(10-1-15)# MONTHS OF
INVENTORY (10-1-15)
SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO SF CONDO
UNDER $250,000 0 13 1 15 100% 15% 0 11 - 7
$250,000 - $499,999 2 50 5 57 150% 14% 2 53 4 8
$500,000 -$ 749,999 8 35 7 35 -13% 0% 4 42 5 11
$750,000 - $999,999 8 5 7 6 -13% 20% 4 17 5 26
$1,000,000 - $1,999,999 3 2 5 3 67% 50% 29 5 52 15
$2,000,000 - $3,999,999 3 0 2 0 -33% 0% 10 1 45 -
$4,000,000 AND UP 0 0 0 0 0% 0% 1 0 - -
TOTALS 24 105 27 116 13% 10% 50 129 17 10
SF CONDO
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
2014 $1,028,063 $449,717
2015 $960,648 $464,069
% CHANGE -7% 3%
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
2014 241 162
2015 203 135
% CHANGE -16% -17%
AVERAGE SOLD/LIST PRICE DIFFERENCE
2014 93% 96%
2015 92% 96%
% CHANGE -1% 0%
PROVINCETOWNProvincetown is the bustling, eclectic community at the very tip of Cape
Cod. An arts and cultural hub, the Cape Cod School of Art was founded
in 1899 by Charles W. Hawthorne and a vibrant arts community still exists
today. Home to 3 lighthouses all located within the Cape Cod National
Seashore, Provincetown boasts a rich fishing heritage and beautiful har-
bor. Its vibrant Commercial Street hosts a wonderful collection of shops,
galleries, B&Bs and restaurants. The Pilgrim Monument affords the most
spectacular view across all of Cape Cod. An outdoor enthusiast’s dream,
Provincetown features many beautiful nature trails, a harbor bustling with
fishing and whale watching, bike trails and miles of beautiful beaches.
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