Bourne Real Estate 2025: Sagamore Surged +16.5% While Cataumet Crashed -34.4%—7-Village Guide for 2026

Bourne Real Estate 2025: Sagamore Surged +16.5% While Cataumet Crashed -34.4%—7-Village Guide for 2026

Analyzing all seven Bourne villages separately, Sagamore led with +16.5% appreciation (though based on limited volume), Buzzards Bay and Monument Beach gained solidly, while Cataumet experienced a dramatic -34.4% decline—creating a 50.9-point performance spread that reveals why village-level analysis matters more than Bourne's overall -3.9% combined decline.

QUICK DATA: Bourne Real Estate 2025

Market Overview:

• Total Sales: 158 (all 7 villages combined)
• Analysis Period: January 1 - December 31, 2025
• Data Source: Barnstable County MLS
• Analyst: Deborah Camuso, Cape Cod Real Estate Broker
• Villages Analyzed: 7 (Sagamore, Buzzards Bay, Monument Beach, Sagamore Beach, Pocasset, Bourne village, Cataumet)

Village Performance:

Key Insight: 50.9-point spread between Sagamore (+16.5%) and Cataumet (-34.4%) reveals seven distinct markets operating within one town

Source: MLS analysis by Deborah Camuso, January 12, 2026

If you bought in Sagamore in 2024, your property gained $95,000. If you bought in Buzzards Bay, you gained $35,500. But if you bought in Cataumet, you lost $387,500. Same town, same year, but your village determined whether you profited or suffered catastrophic losses—and 2026 buyers and sellers need to understand what drove these dramatic divergences.

As of January 12, 2026, Deborah Camuso analyzed every closed sale across all seven Bourne villages—Sagamore, Buzzards Bay, Monument Beach, Sagamore Beach, Pocasset, Bourne village, and Cataumet—comparing January through December performance in both 2024 and 2025. Using the Camuso Village-Level Analysis methodology, which examines sales within village boundaries rather than relying on town-wide averages, this analysis reveals the complete story behind Bourne's 2025 market and where opportunities exist heading into 2026.

Overall, Bourne saw 158 sales in 2025 combining all seven villages, down 14.6% from 185 in 2024—a significant volume decline that signals buyers became notably more selective. The combined median dropped from $635,000 to $610,000 (-3.9%), but this town-wide number masks extraordinary village-level variation: three villages appreciated (Sagamore +16.5%, Buzzards Bay +6.9%, Monument Beach +5.6%), while four declined (Sagamore Beach -5.5%, Pocasset -5.9%, Bourne village -10.2%, Cataumet -34.4%). Understanding which village you're buying or selling in determines your entire 2026 strategy.

 Bourne Village Appreciation Bar Chart 

THE APPRECIATION LEADERS

1. Sagamore: The Surprise Winner (+16.5%)

Sagamore led all Bourne villages with +16.5% appreciation, as properties that sold for $575,000 in 2024 commanded $670,000 in 2025—a $95,000 gain that represents exceptional Upper Cape performance. However, this performance requires important context: Sagamore recorded only 3 sales in 2024 and 4 sales in 2025, meaning individual high-value transactions significantly influence the median. The small sample size means this +16.5% figure has wider error margins than villages with 25-50 sales annually.

That said, the directional trend—rising values in Sagamore—remains clear and meaningful. Buyers discovered value in this quiet village positioned between Sagamore Beach's waterfront and the Cape Cod Canal's recreation access. At $670,000, Sagamore properties delivered Canal District proximity without requiring the $725,000+ premiums commanded by Sagamore Beach waterfront homes.

What makes Sagamore attractive? The village offers Cape Cod Canal access for biking and walking, proximity to the Sagamore rotary for bridge access, and residential character without beach crowds. For buyers prioritizing peaceful Upper Cape living with quick off-Cape access, Sagamore delivered in 2025.

Looking ahead to 2026: as of early January, Sagamore shows zero active listings and zero pending contracts—complete market silence that could mean either no inventory or no recorded activity in the first 12 days. The limited transaction history makes 2026 predictions challenging, but if properties come to market priced near the $670,000 median, buyer response will reveal whether 2025's appreciation continues or moderates.

2. Buzzards Bay: The Solid Performer (+6.9%)

Buzzards Bay delivered reliable +6.9% appreciation with substantial transaction volume backing the numbers. Properties that sold for $512,000 in 2024 were trading at $547,500 in 2025—a $35,500 gain supported by 32 sales in 2024 and 30 in 2025. This consistent volume gives the median strong statistical reliability.

Buzzards Bay attracts buyers seeking Upper Cape affordability without sacrificing Cape Cod lifestyle. At $547,500, you're getting access to Buzzards Bay beaches, proximity to the Cape Cod Canal, and Bourne's recreational amenities at prices well below premium waterfront villages. The village offers both year-round residential character and summer rental potential, making it attractive to owner-occupants and investors alike.

The +6.9% appreciation reflects balanced supply and demand. Transaction volume stayed essentially flat (32→30), showing steady market activity without dramatic swings. Sellers who priced competitively got deals done; buyers who wanted Buzzards Bay found opportunities. This is what healthy, sustainable appreciation looks like—not euphoric, just reliable.

Looking ahead to 2026: current market conditions show 6 active listings with 5 pending contracts—nearly equal ratios suggesting balanced conditions. Buzzards Bay's 2025 performance positions it well for continued modest appreciation if inventory stays constrained and buyer demand holds. This village offers Upper Cape's best value-to-lifestyle ratio.

3. Monument Beach: The Steady Gainer (+5.6%)

Monument Beach rounded out Bourne's appreciation leaders with +5.6% gains, though like Sagamore, this performance comes with limited sample size context. Nine sales in 2024 and 10 in 2025 provide reasonable data, but individual transactions matter more than in high-volume villages. Properties that sold for $580,000 in 2024 commanded $612,450 in 2025—a $32,450 gain.

Monument Beach appeals to buyers wanting quiet residential character with Buzzards Bay water access. The village delivers beach lifestyle without Sagamore Beach or Pocasset price premiums, making it accessible to buyers in the $550K-$650K range. At $612,450, Monument Beach properties offer Upper Cape living with strong rental potential and water recreation access.

The village saw sales volume tick up modestly (9→10), suggesting stable demand meeting limited supply. Buyers who discovered Monument Beach in 2025 found value that will likely hold as Upper Cape markets continue attracting buyers priced out of Mid and Lower Cape premium villages.

Looking ahead to 2026: as of early January, Monument Beach shows zero active listings but 1 pending contract—suggesting at least one transaction is underway. The limited inventory signals supply constraints that could support continued appreciation if buyer demand emerges when spring listings arrive.

THE UNDERPERFORMERS

Sagamore Beach: The Modest Decline (-5.5%)

Sagamore Beach, despite its premium waterfront positioning, declined -5.5% in 2025 as properties that sold for $725,000 in 2024 traded at $685,000 in 2025—a $40,000 loss. Sales volume stayed essentially flat (25→26), so this wasn't a lack-of-activity problem but rather a pricing correction.

What happened? Sagamore Beach represents Bourne's premium waterfront village with Sagamore Harbor and beach access, but 2024 pricing pushed above levels buyers would sustain in 2025. The -5.5% decline brought valuations back to more sustainable levels relative to amenities delivered. At $685,000, Sagamore Beach still commands premiums over inland Bourne villages, but the gap narrowed from 2024's peak.

Buyers still value Sagamore Beach's waterfront character and harbor access. The village offers proximity to Cape Cod Canal recreation combined with beachfront living. They're just negotiating more aggressively than 2024's sellers expected, creating price corrections that define market transitions.

Looking ahead to 2026: current conditions show 3 active listings with zero pending contracts—suggesting soft early-year demand. Sagamore Beach sellers who price at or slightly below the $685,000 median will likely find buyers; those holding out for 2024 pricing will sit. The village's waterfront fundamentals remain strong—pricing just needs to reflect current buyer budgets.

Pocasset: The Correction (-5.9%)

Pocasset experienced similar correction dynamics, declining -5.9% as properties that sold for $744,000 in 2024 commanded $700,000 in 2025—a $44,000 loss. However, transaction volume dropped significantly from 50 sales in 2024 to 35 in 2025 (down 30%), suggesting buyers became notably more selective about Pocasset properties.

Pocasset offers Red Brook Harbor access, quiet residential character, and proximity to both Buzzards Bay water and Monument Beach areas. At premium price points approaching $750,000, buyers expect waterfront access or exceptional property quality. When properties didn't deliver that value, buyers walked away or negotiated hard, driving both volume declines and price corrections.

The 30% volume drop combined with -5.9% median decline tells a clear story: Pocasset's 2024 pricing overshot buyer willingness to pay. Sellers who adjusted quickly to market realities got deals done (35 sales); those who didn't saw their properties sit. This is a market finding equilibrium after 2024's inflated pricing.

Looking ahead to 2026: current market shows 4 active listings with 5 pending contracts—actually healthy demand ratios suggesting buyers recognize value after correction. Pocasset could stabilize or rebound modestly in 2026 if sellers price realistically at or below $700,000 and buyers respond to improved value.

Bourne Village: The Double-Digit Decline (-10.2%)

Bourne village—the town's namesake village—experienced the most significant decline among high-volume villages, dropping -10.2% from $590,000 to $530,000. This $60,000 loss occurred alongside a 19.3% volume decline (57→46 sales), showing both pricing pressure and reduced buyer interest.

Bourne village represents the town's commercial and residential center with proximity to Route 28, Cape Cod Canal access, and central Upper Cape positioning. At more affordable price points than waterfront villages, Bourne village historically attracted first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors. But 2025's -10.2% decline suggests this buyer segment became particularly price-sensitive.

What drove the decline? Likely a combination of factors: buyers with $500K-$600K budgets faced higher mortgage rates, alternative Upper Cape options competed for the same buyers, and 2024's $590,000 pricing exceeded what Bourne village amenities justified relative to waterfront alternatives. The market corrected hard and fast.

Looking ahead to 2026: current conditions show 10 active listings (most of any Bourne village) with only 4 pending contracts—soft demand that suggests the correction may not be complete. Bourne village sellers must price at or below $530,000 to attract buyers, and even then, competition from 10 active listings means properties need to stand out through condition, updates, or strategic pricing below market.

Cataumet: The Crash (-34.4%)

Cataumet experienced Bourne's most dramatic decline—a catastrophic -34.4% drop from $1,127,500 to $740,000. This $387,500 loss represents the kind of value destruction that defines market corrections when pricing disconnects from fundamentals. Sales volume declined modestly (9→7), but the median collapse tells the real story.

Here's what likely happened: Cataumet's small sample size (9 sales in 2024, 7 in 2025) means individual high-value transactions dramatically influence medians. If 2024 included several waterfront or exceptional properties selling above $1M while 2025's 7 sales skewed toward more modest homes, the median would crater even if no single property lost 34% of its value. This is statistical composition effect, not uniform market collapse.

That said, the directional signal matters: Cataumet's 2024 pricing was unsustainable, and 2025 brought harsh correction. At $740,000, Cataumet properties now price closer to Pocasset and Sagamore Beach levels, reflecting competition among Bourne's waterfront-adjacent villages for the same buyer pool.

Looking ahead to 2026: current market shows 4 active listings with 3 pending contracts—actually healthy ratios suggesting buyers recognize value after the correction. The question is whether Cataumet stabilizes around $740,000 or continues correcting toward $650K-$700K levels where other Bourne villages trade. Spring activity will determine which scenario unfolds.

 Complete Bourne Village Performance Table 2024 vs 2025 

WHAT DROVE 2025'S VILLAGE PATTERNS?

Looking across all seven villages, several clear patterns emerge explaining Bourne's dramatic 50.9-point performance spread:

Affordable villages outperformed premium villages. Sagamore (+16.5%), Buzzards Bay (+6.9%), and Monument Beach (+5.6%) all appreciated, with combined medians under $670,000. Meanwhile, premium villages commanding $685K-$1.1M (Sagamore Beach, Pocasset, Cataumet) all declined. Buyers prioritized value over prestige in 2025's Upper Cape market.

Small sample sizes create volatility. Sagamore's +16.5% surge and Cataumet's -34.4% crash both occurred in villages with fewer than 10 annual sales. In low-volume villages, individual transactions dramatically influence medians, creating performance extremes that high-volume villages (like Bourne village's 46 sales or Pocasset's 35) don't experience. Statistical composition matters as much as actual appreciation.

Waterfront premiums compressed. Sagamore Beach, Pocasset, and Cataumet all declined while offering water access or harbor proximity. This suggests buyers in 2025 weren't willing to pay 2024's waterfront premiums when non-waterfront villages like Buzzards Bay delivered comparable lifestyle at lower cost. The value equation shifted toward affordability.

Volume declines signaled selectivity. Bourne's overall 14.6% volume drop (185→158 sales) reflected buyers becoming notably more selective. Only Monument Beach saw volume increase (9→10); every other village either stayed flat or declined. This wasn't market collapse—it was buyers waiting for pricing to meet their budgets.

How Does Bourne Compare to Other Upper Cape Towns?

Using the Camuso Village-Level Analysis methodology, here's how Bourne's dramatic 2025 village performance compares to other Upper Cape communities:

Source: Deborah Camuso market analysis, January 2026

What this reveals: Bourne's 50.9-point village spread (+16.5% to -34.4%) represents extraordinary Upper Cape market volatility driven by small sample sizes and waterfront premium compression. While Mashpee saw property type divergence (single-family vs condos), Bourne experienced village-specific divergence with affordable inland villages appreciating while premium waterfront villages corrected.

For buyers, this means Bourne requires extremely hyperlocal analysis—"buying in Bourne" means nothing without specifying which village. For sellers, your 2025 village performance (+16.5% or -34.4%) determines your entire pricing strategy, not Bourne's misleading -3.9% combined decline.

WHAT THIS MEANS IF YOU'RE BUYING IN 2026

Planning to buy in Bourne this year? Here's what 2025's village performance means for your strategy:

If you're buying in Sagamore: That +16.5% appreciation looks attractive, but remember it's based on only 3-4 annual sales. Zero active and zero pending as of early January means you'll need to wait for inventory or pursue off-market opportunities. If properties list near $670,000, evaluate carefully whether small sample volatility inflated that median above true market value. Sagamore offers quiet Canal access at accessible prices—just verify individual properties justify the median.

If you're buying in Buzzards Bay: Solid +6.9% appreciation backed by consistent volume (30 sales) makes this Bourne's most reliable village investment. Current market shows 6 active, 5 pending—balanced conditions where well-priced properties move. At $547,500, you're getting excellent Upper Cape value. Expect 2-3 competing buyers for well-presented homes, but inventory exists for selective buyers. This is Bourne's sweet spot for value and reliability.

If you're buying in Monument Beach: +5.6% appreciation with limited volume (10 sales) means individual properties matter more than the median. One pending contract on zero active shows some early 2026 activity. At $612,450, Monument Beach delivers water access at prices between Buzzards Bay affordability and Sagamore Beach premiums. Good value if you find the right property, but verify beach access and rental potential justify pricing.

If you're buying in Sagamore Beach, Pocasset, or Cataumet: All three waterfront-adjacent villages declined in 2025 (-5.5% to -34.4%), creating potential value opportunities after correction. Current pending-to-active ratios suggest buyers are recognizing the value, but soft demand means you have negotiating power. Don't overpay for waterfront proximity—verify actual water access, views, or harbor usage rights justify premiums over Buzzards Bay alternatives.

If you're buying in Bourne village: The -10.2% decline combined with 10 active, 4 pending signals soft demand and buyer selectivity. This creates opportunity for aggressive buyers willing to negotiate below the $530,000 median. Focus on properties with updates, good condition, and strong rental potential. Bourne village delivers central location and Cape Cod Canal access at Bourne's most affordable pricing—the value exists if you find the right property.

Budget-specific guidance:

• Under $550K: Buzzards Bay or Bourne village offer best entry points with different value propositions
• $550K-$650K: Monument Beach, Sagamore, or Bourne village depending on priorities
• $650K-$750K: Sagamore Beach, Pocasset, or premium Buzzards Bay properties
• Above $750K: Cataumet or exceptional waterfront properties (verify value carefully)

WHAT THIS MEANS IF YOU'RE SELLING IN 2026

Thinking about selling? Here's how to position yourself based on what happened in 2025 and current market conditions:

If you're selling in Sagamore: That +16.5% appreciation sounds great, but zero active and zero pending as of early January means no comparable activity to guide pricing. If you list, you'll be establishing the market. Price conservatively around $670,000 recognizing that small sample volatility may have inflated that median. Highlight Canal access, quiet character, and Upper Cape value. Be prepared for extended marketing time given limited transaction history.

If you're selling in Buzzards Bay: You've got +6.9% appreciation and balanced demand (5 pending on 6 active) in your favor. Price at or slightly below $547,500 to capture active buyers. At this price point, buyers expect solid condition and good value—invest in staging, professional photography, and pre-listing inspections. List in late February or March before spring inventory floods the market. Highlight beach access, rental income potential, and Upper Cape affordability.

If you're selling in Monument Beach: +5.6% appreciation with 1 pending on 0 active shows at least some buyer activity. Price around $612,450 but be ready to negotiate—limited comparable sales mean buyers will scrutinize value carefully. Emphasize water access, quiet residential character, and positioning between affordable Buzzards Bay and premium waterfront villages. List early to capture spring buyers before competing inventory arrives.

If you're selling in Sagamore Beach, Pocasset, or Cataumet: All three declined in 2025, so pricing strategy is critical. Don't use 2024 comparables—they're irrelevant after corrections. Price at or below 2025 medians ($685K Sagamore Beach, $700K Pocasset, $740K Cataumet) and expect negotiations. Current market ratios show buyers are active but selective. Highlight actual waterfront access, harbor rights, or exceptional property features that justify premiums. Properties priced 10-15% above recent comps will sit while realistically priced homes move.

If you're selling in Bourne village: The -10.2% decline plus 10 active competing listings means aggressive pricing is essential. Price below $530,000 if you want quick sale; at $530,000 if you can wait for the right buyer. With 4 pending on 10 active, demand exists but buyers have choices. Focus on condition, updates, and rental income potential. Consider pre-inspection and warranty to stand out from competition. This is a buyer's market—price accordingly.

Pricing strategy by village:

• Sagamore (+16.5%): Cautious pricing around median, verify with recent comps
• Buzzards Bay (+6.9%): Price at market ($547,500) for quick sale
• Monument Beach (+5.6%): Price at market, expect some negotiation
• Sagamore Beach (-5.5%): Price at or below $685,000, highlight waterfront access
• Pocasset (-5.9%): Price at or below $700,000, emphasize value proposition
• Bourne village (-10.2%): Price below $530,000 for competitive positioning
• Cataumet (-34.4%): Price at or below $740,000, verify value against comps

2026 MARKET CONDITIONS: WHERE DEMAND IS HEADING

Current market data (as of January 1-12, 2026) reveals where Bourne buyer activity is concentrating:

Buzzards Bay appreciated +6.9% and shows the healthiest demand signals with 6 active listings facing 5 pending contracts. This nearly 1:1 ratio suggests balanced conditions where inventory meets demand. Buyers want Buzzards Bay's value proposition—affordable Upper Cape living with beach access and rental potential. Properties priced competitively at or near $547,500 are moving; overpriced listings are sitting.

Pocasset declined -5.9% but current conditions (4 active, 5 pending) show demand actually exceeds inventory. Buyers recognize the value opportunity after correction, creating multiple pending contracts competing for limited supply. This village could rebound in 2026 if sellers maintain realistic pricing around $700,000 and spring inventory stays constrained.

Cataumet crashed -34.4% but shows resilient demand with 4 active facing 3 pending contracts. Buyers are acting on the value created by dramatic correction, suggesting $740,000 pricing has found market clearing levels. Whether this stabilizes or continues correcting depends on spring inventory and whether buyers view Cataumet's waterfront proximity as worth premiums over other Bourne villages.

Bourne village declined -10.2% and shows the softest demand with 10 active listings facing only 4 pending contracts. This 2.5:1 ratio signals buyer selectivity and potential for continued pricing pressure. Sellers competing for those 4 active buyers need aggressive pricing and strong property presentation to stand out from 9 other options.

Sagamore, Monument Beach, and Sagamore Beach all show minimal or zero early January activity, but with combined fewer than 5 active and pending listings total, these low-volume villages may simply have inventory constraints rather than demand problems. Spring activity will clarify whether buyers pursue these villages actively in 2026.

The takeaway: Bourne shows mixed demand signals heading into 2026. Buzzards Bay and Pocasset demonstrate healthy buyer interest; Bourne village and waterfront villages face selectivity. Success in 2026 requires understanding your specific village's supply-demand dynamics, not relying on Bourne's overall -3.9% combined performance.

LOOKING AHEAD TO 2026

Here's what the data suggests as Bourne moves into the new year:

Bourne's 2025 patterns show seven distinct village markets operating within one town. Affordable inland villages (Sagamore, Buzzards Bay, Monument Beach) appreciated or held value as buyers prioritized accessible pricing over waterfront premiums. Premium waterfront-adjacent villages (Sagamore Beach, Pocasset, Cataumet) experienced corrections as 2024 pricing exceeded buyer willingness to pay for water proximity without actual beachfront access.

The dramatic 50.9-point spread from Sagamore's +16.5% to Cataumet's -34.4% reflects both real market divergence and small sample volatility. Villages with fewer than 10 annual sales experienced extreme performance swings that high-volume villages avoided. This creates interpretation challenges—understanding whether exceptional performance reflects sustainable trends or statistical composition effects requires analyzing individual properties, not just medians.

The overall picture shows 158 sales in 2025 versus 185 in 2024—a 14.6% volume decline suggesting buyers became notably more selective across all Bourne villages. Only Monument Beach saw volume growth; every other village experienced flat or declining transaction counts. This wasn't market collapse but rather buyers waiting for pricing to align with perceived value.

As we move into 2026, expect continued divergence across Bourne's seven villages. Buzzards Bay will likely maintain modest appreciation (+3% to +7%) given strong fundamentals and balanced supply-demand. Sagamore's trajectory remains uncertain given limited volume and zero early-year activity. Premium waterfront villages may stabilize around current medians if sellers price realistically, or continue correcting if spring inventory overwhelms buyer demand. Bourne village faces headwinds from soft demand and competing inventory.

The data shows where values grew and declined in 2025 across Bourne's seven villages. Now it's about positioning yourself—whether buying or selling—to capitalize on your specific village's market dynamics, not Bourne's misleading -3.9% combined number.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bourne Real Estate

Q: Why did Sagamore appreciate +16.5% while Cataumet declined -34.4%?

A: Both extremes reflect small sample volatility (Sagamore: 3-4 sales annually, Cataumet: 7-9 sales) where individual high-value transactions dramatically influence medians. Sagamore's +16.5% likely reflects buyers discovering value in quiet Canal-adjacent living at accessible prices. Cataumet's -34.4% crash probably resulted from 2024 including several exceptional waterfront sales above $1M while 2025's 7 sales skewed toward more modest properties—creating statistical composition effect rather than uniform 34% value loss. The directional signals matter: Sagamore appreciated, Cataumet corrected hard.

Q: Are Sagamore's +16.5% gains sustainable with only 3-4 annual sales?

A: The limited volume creates uncertainty. In villages with 25-50 annual sales, medians are statistically reliable. With 3-4 sales, one exceptional property or one distressed sale dramatically skews results. Sagamore's +16.5% could reflect sustainable appreciation as buyers discover the village, or it could reflect one particular high-value sale in 2025 inflating the median above true market levels. Verify any Sagamore purchase against multiple comparable sales and don't assume +16.5% represents market-wide trends.

Q: Should I avoid Cataumet after the -34.4% crash?

A: Not necessarily. The -34.4% decline likely reflects composition effect (what sold in 2025 vs 2024) more than uniform value destruction. Current demand (4 active, 3 pending) shows buyers recognize potential value at $740,000 pricing. However, verify whether individual Cataumet properties justify premiums over comparable Pocasset or Sagamore Beach alternatives. The crash created opportunities for value buyers but also signals risk if spring inventory reveals the correction isn't complete.

Q: How reliable is Bourne's -3.9% combined performance given the 50.9-point village spread?

A: The -3.9% combined number is statistically accurate but practically misleading. When villages range from +16.5% to -34.4%, the combined median tells you nothing useful about any specific village's performance. This is precisely why the Camuso Village-Level Analysis methodology exists—to reveal patterns that town-wide averages mask completely. Always analyze by village in towns like Bourne with dramatic intra-town variation.

Q: How current is this Bourne analysis?

A: This analysis was completed January 12, 2026, using complete calendar year 2025 MLS data (158 total sales across 7 villages). Active and pending inventory reflects January 1-12, 2026 conditions—early year snapshot that will evolve significantly as spring inventory arrives. The village performance patterns observed in 2025 (affordable villages appreciating, premium villages correcting) may shift in 2026 depending on inventory levels, buyer demand, and whether waterfront premiums rebound or compress further.

READY TO NAVIGATE BOURNE'S VILLAGE MARKETS?

The numbers tell one story—but your specific situation tells another. Whether you're drawn to Sagamore's surprising appreciation, Buzzards Bay's reliable value, or considering opportunities in villages that corrected, the right strategy depends on more than just appreciation rates.

If you're buying: The data shows where Bourne villages gained or lost value in 2025, but your ideal village depends on priorities appreciation rates can't measure—Canal access versus beach proximity, quiet residential character versus rental income potential, affordable entry points versus waterfront lifestyle. Let's talk about what matters to you. I'll show you what's actually available right now across all seven villages, explain which markets favor buyers versus sellers based on current inventory ratios, help you understand where you'll get the most value for your budget given each village's distinct characteristics, and position you to negotiate effectively when the right property appears.

If you're selling: Your home's potential depends on which village you're in (+16.5% Sagamore or -34.4% Cataumet makes all the difference), what condition it's in, when you list, and how you price it relative to 2025's actual performance—not outdated 2024 comparables or Bourne's misleading -3.9% combined number. I'll walk through your property, explain what buyers in your specific village are looking for right now based on current pending activity and competing inventory, suggest updates that actually add value for your village's buyer demographic (what works in Buzzards Bay differs from Cataumet), help you price it to sell at the number you need while positioning competitively against active listings, and create a marketing strategy that highlights what makes your property special in a market with choices.

Let's turn these village-specific insights and market condition signals into a strategy that works for your unique situation—whether you're buying your first Bourne home or selling a property you've owned for years.

Call me at 508-335-3875, email me at [email protected], or reach out through my website anytime. I'm here to help you make sense of Bourne's seven village markets and position yourself for success in 2026.

ABOUT DEBORAH CAMUSO

I own my own boutique brokerage on Cape Cod, and after 25+ years analyzing this market, I've learned something most agents miss: the village you choose matters more than the town. While other brokers sell you on town-wide statistics, I've built my reputation on diving deeper—analyzing performance block by block, neighborhood by neighborhood, village by village. That's how I spotted Bourne's 50.9-point spread before anyone else was talking about it.

I've personally walked through thousands of Cape properties from Sandwich to Provincetown, studied over 10,000 transactions, and watched villages rise and fall through multiple market cycles. I know which streets flood, which neighborhoods hold value in downturns, which villages attract premium buyers, and which "hot markets" are actually cooling. This isn't generic real estate advice—it's intelligence you can't find on Zillow.

When you work with me, you're getting someone who will tell you the truth about a property even if it means walking away from a commission. You're getting hyperlocal market analysis that most brokers can't deliver because they're too busy chasing volume. And you're getting 25 years of Cape Cod expertise focused on one goal: making sure you don't overpay as a buyer or leave money on the table as a seller.

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Analysis based on MLS closed sales data for Bourne properties across all seven villages (Sagamore, Buzzards Bay, Monument Beach, Sagamore Beach, Pocasset, Bourne village, Cataumet), January 1 - December 31, comparing 2024 and 2025 performance. Median prices, sales volume, and market condition figures derived from actual transaction records. Market insights reflect patterns observed across 158 closed sales in 2025 compared to 185 in 2024, analyzed using the Camuso Village-Level Analysis methodology. Villages with limited transaction volume (Sagamore: 3-4 sales annually, Monument Beach: 9-10 sales, Cataumet: 7-9 sales) noted where small sample sizes create median volatility. Active and pending inventory data reflects market conditions as of January 1-12, 2026.