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A calm setting along the Waquoit Bay
Waquoit, the most easterly village in Falmouth, is a popular summer destination for those who enjoy boating. A location midway between downtown Falmouth and Mashpee Commons puts residents within a short distance of retail. The village itself remains more secluded and calm. Oak-lined residential streets curve past ponds and the Moonakis River, making their way down the peninsulas to the wide Waquoit Bay. The cape’s main thoroughfare, state Route 28, also passes through the neighborhood, and along it lie a few restaurants and small businesses, as well as the Waquoit Congregational Church, which has served the community since the 1800s.
Waquoit Bay offers a safe sheltered place for residents to moor their boat
Private docks are a luxury of many waterfront homes.
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Exploring Washburn Island and kayaking along Moonakis River
People in Waquoit spend much of their free time on the water, either traveling through Waquoit Bay or relaxing on the nearby beaches. Washburn Island lies due south and is only reachable by water. “I grew up spending time over there,” says John Barrett, Realtor with Keller Williams Realty Cape Cod & Colonial Partners and longtime Cape Cod resident. “We would take our Whaler over and spend the night. It used to be a military training camp, but the war ended, and they left everything — huts, machine guns and jeeps.” The military remnants have since been removed, and the island is now managed by the state of Massachusetts. People still take their boats over to explore the island’s trails and rest on a hammock in the shade. Hikers also follow the marked trails around the Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, which lies on the north shore of the bay in Waquoit Village. The Margaret Doutt Preserve, also in Waquoit, is a 9-acre conservation area on the banks of Moonakis River. Kayakers can portage their boats past an old cranberry bog to the shore, then paddle north toward Mashpee or south into the bay. Beachgoers head to the eastern shore of the bay to relax in the sand at Callie’s Beach or Cousin’s Beach. South Cape Beach State Park, less than 6 miles south, offers miles of Vineyard Sound-front sandy beach. In nearby Mashpee, there are indoor recreation options, such as bowling and an escape room.
Waquoit kite surfers get read to hit the water at Callies Beach.
Waquoit beach goers watch kite surfers from Callies Beach.
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Housing along the Waquoit Bay
In Waquoit Village, buyers might find a cedar-shingled Cape Cod in need of renovation priced between $400,000 and $500,000, but most listings start in the upper $600,000s and top out just over $3 million. Between $686,000 and $900,000, options might include late 1900s to early 2000s traditional-style houses with around 2,000 square feet of living space. Residences priced above $1 million may have larger square footage, lots over 1 acre or docks along the Moonakis or Seapit rivers. Lenders may require the purchase of flood insurance for homes that lie within flood zones.
Colonial homes are popular in the Waquoit neighborhood.
Waterfront homes line the shores of Waquoit Bay.
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Waquoit Bay summer science programs
Residents in search of seasonal events, parades and entertainment can drive west to Falmouth Village or east to Mashpee Commons. Both areas have a full calendar of family-friendly gatherings during the summer months, as well as a few holiday festivals throughout the rest of the year. In Waquoit, people can attend history lectures and nature walks at the Waquoit Bay Estuarine Research Reserve. The reserve also offers week-long summer science programs for children, where they can learn about environmental issues and use seine nets to collect samples of bay life to observe. The Waquoit Congregational Church, which was built in the 1800s, holds an annual bazaar each summer as well.
A monarch butterfly rest in Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve.
Waquoit Bay Research Reserve insure the bay is healthy for future generations.
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Specialty pizzas and karaoke at Moto Pizza
Waquoit’s dining options include Moonakis Café and Moto Pizza, both of which are on state Route 28. “There’s always a line at Moonakis Café,” Barrett says. “They make home-cooked food — it’s not like restaurant food. I usually get eggs and corned beef hash.” Moonakis has served the area since 1989, but Moto Pizza is a newer addition that has expanded into a small regional chain. Diners can top their hand-tossed crust with mozzarella cheese and pepperoni or opt for specialty pizzas, including a chicken and waffle-topped one and another with Baja-style street corn, Tapatio and cotija cheese. Waquoit Feed & Garden stocks bird seed, pet food and potting soil, but many residents do the majority of their shopping in either Mashpee Commons or Teaticket, which are 3 and 5 miles away, respectively. Another nearby attraction is Bad Martha Brewery, about 1 mile west of Waquoit, which serves craft beers and pizza. Both Moto Pizza and Bad Martha host regular evening events, such as performances by local bands and karaoke.
Grab a slice of pie from Moto Pizza in Waquoit.
For the best pizza round Waquoit residents head to Moto Pizza Falmouth.
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A focus on environmental education in Falmouth Public Schools
Full-time residents can send their children to Falmouth Public Schools, a district that rates an A-minus on Niche. In 2024, FPS was honored as a Green Ribbon district by the U.S. Department of Education for its focus on environmental education. Second and sixth-grade students take field trips to Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, where they learn about erosion and pollution. In kindergarten through fourth grade, kids can attend East Falmouth Elementary School, which receives a B rating. After that, many transition to A-minus-rated Morse Pond School for fifth and sixth grades, and to the B-rated Lawrence School for seventh and eighth. Falmouth High School earns an A-minus. At FHS, students take a three-day course at the Marine Biological Laboratory in Woods Hole, where they participate in hands-on lab research. Some children opt to attend private school at Falmouth Academy, which offers seventh through 12th grades and earns an A-plus on Niche.
Students hit the books once they walk through the doors at East Falmouth Elementary School.
Falmouth students hit the books at the Lawrence School.
Falmouth High School was given an A for academics by Niche.
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Commuting from Waquoit
State Route 28 passes through Waquoit, linking drivers to towns around the cape. Many residents live in Waquoit seasonally or part-time. Some commute back and forth to their jobs in Boston or Providence, both around 70 miles away. With flights to New York and Washington, D.C. from Cape Cod Gateway Airport in Hyannis, some homeowners opt to travel to and from the cape by plane. There is a Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority bus stop just to the west of Waquoit, and CCRTA also offers a ride-hailing service called SmartDart for Falmouth residents.
Solutions for elevated nitrogen levels
Increases in nitrogen due to human activity have impacted many cape waterways. To better control the levels, towns around the cape have begun to switch from private septic to sewer systems. In Waquoit Bay, researchers and environmental groups regularly monitor the water quality and are using oysters as a natural solution to reduce algae growth and lower nitrogen.
Waquoit residents can soak up the sun at South Cape Beach.
Waquoit residents take advantage of easy access to bays and rivers.
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Parks in this Area
Waquoit Bay State Park
South Cape Beach State Park
Transit
Airport
Martha's Vineyard
82 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Waquoit
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Waquoit, Falmouth sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Waquoit, Falmouth over the last 12 months is $904,800, down 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Perfectly situated on a quiet, local-traffic-only street, this 3-bed, 3-bath, 3,700+ sqft ranch offers a peaceful retreat with gorgeous natural marsh views, only 10 minutes from Falmouth and Mashpee's beaches, shopping, and entertainment. Designed for year-round comfort, the heart of the home is a sun-drenched living room with soaring ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace, flowing effortlessly
Waterfront lot on Hamblin Pond with direct access to Waquoit Bay, Washburns Island and Vineyard Sound offering the perfect opportunity to build your luxury Cape Cod dream home on just over an acre. Located within close proximity to Waquoit Bay Causeway Beach, Mashpee Commons and several nearby golf courses; New Seabury, Willowbeand, Popponesett, etc. Call for appointment and details...
Waterfront lot on Hamblin Pond with direct access to Waquoit Bay, Washburns Island and Vineyard Sound offering the perfect opportunity to build your luxury Cape Cod dream home on just over an acre. Located within close proximity to Waquoit Bay Causeway Beach, Mashpee Commons and several nearby golf courses; New Seabury, Willowbeand, Popponesett, etc. Call for appointment and details...
Welcome to this stunning 4BR/3BA Waquoit colonial on the scenic Moonakis River. Set on 1.73 private acres, this home blends timeless charm with modern updates. The light-filled chef's kitchen features quartz counters, stainless appliances, custom cabinetry, built-ins, and river views. Formal and informal living rooms each have a fireplace, perfect for entertaining. A 1st-floor bedroom and bath
Katie MartinCape Coastal Sotheby's International Realty
*Weekly rental* Enjoy the peace and serenity of the Waquoit Bay area of East Falmouth. This 5 bed, 2 bath split-level sleeps 10 comfortably and is perfect for large groups & families alike. Enjoy the bright and well-decorated living space as well as an oversized deck great for summer fun!This home comes equipped with high speed wifi, a grill for BBQ’s, central air, laundry facilities, smart TV’s,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,331
Median Age
55
Population under 18
16%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
32.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$95,454
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$145,053
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.1%
College Graduates
52.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
56.8%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
19/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
15/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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