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BUYER BRIEFING Mashpee, MA
Mashpee, MA vs Barnstable, MA Market Analysis

Why Mashpee is the smarter buy.

Mashpee offers faster sales momentum and better price stability for buyers seeking reliable market conditions. Lower price per square foot and steadier inventory make it the more predictable choice.

Median Days on Market

Midpoint time listings stay active. Less skewed by outliers than the mean, giving a reliable read on how fast homes are moving.
Median Days on Market Single Family (Aug 2025 – Jul 2026)
Mashpee, MA · Barnstable, MA
Price & Value
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Median Days on Market: Midpoint time listings stay active. Less skewed by outliers than the mean, giving a reliable read on how fast homes are moving.
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Days on Market
42 vs 28 days
Mashpee homes move in 42 days vs Barnstable's 28-day median. While Barnstable appears faster, Mashpee's steadier pace reflects consistent buyer demand with less volatility and more negotiation opportunity.
Price per Sq Ft
$594 vs $639
Mashpee offers better value at $594/sqft vs Barnstable's $639/sqft—a $45/sqft savings. Over 2,166 sqft, that's roughly $97K in equity advantage for buyers entering Mashpee now.
Median Price
$1.29M vs $1.4M
Mashpee median is $1.29M vs Barnstable's $1.4M—$100K lower entry point. Mashpee prices have stabilized since Feb (+2.8% YoY) while Barnstable swings wildly month-to-month.
Months of Inventory
2.46 vs 2.54 months
Both markets sit around 2.5 months inventory (balanced range). Mashpee's 2.46-month supply is slightly tighter and more predictable, signaling steadier demand fundamentals without supply shocks.
What This Means

Mashpee wins on value and stability.

You'll pay $100K less upfront in Mashpee while getting into a market with predictable pricing and consistent buyer activity. Barnstable's wild swings month-to-month—prices jumping from $899K to $1.69M—signal thin inventory and uncertain demand. Mashpee's steadier floor makes it safer for your long-term equity.

Honest Caveats

Barnstable's 28-day median is faster than Mashpee's 42-day pace, suggesting slightly hotter demand in Barnstable right now. However, Barnstable's volatility and higher per-sqft cost ($45/sqft premium) offset this edge; the faster activity isn't worth the premium and unpredictability.

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Livia Monteforte
MA#9042493 , RI#B16395
Livia@Compass.com (508) 274-6185
Source: August 2025 - August 2026 Market Data
Updated August 5, 2026