Bowen Real Estate of Cape Cod

Welcome to Your New Neighborhood of Bourne, Massachusetts

Bowen Real Estate services the Bourne area.

The nearly twenty thousand people who call the Upper Cape town of Bourne home live in the gateway to Cape Cod, laying sleepily across the Cape Cod Canal. Occupying the upper part of Cape Cod, the town of Bourne, in Barnstable County, includes the villages of Monument Beach, Cataumet, Pocasset, Buzzards Bay, and Sagamore.

Of the 19,754 who reside in Bourne, just over 1,200 live there year-round, according to the 2010 U.S. Census.

The Massachusetts Maritime Academy and Joint Base Cape Cod (formerly known as Otis Air Force Base) in Bourne, which is one of two Cape Cod communities, with Sandwich, that extends to the mainland.

Living in Bourne

Bourne’s location offers significant advantages to those who wish to reside on the Cape but must commute away from it for work. It is the closest Cape Cod community to the Bourne Bridge, the artery between the Cape and mainland Massachusetts, making it more convenient to reach Southeastern Massachusetts as well as Boston and other parts of New England. It also borders Falmouth and the ferries to Martha’s Vineyard.

The median income in Bourne is just under $70,000, while the average home value is a modest $350,000, making Bourne a reasonably affordable community.

History of Bourne, Massachusetts

In 1627, the pilgrims of Plymouth established a trading post in present-day Bourne to facilitate commerce with the Wampanoag Tribe, as well as the Dutch in what is now New York. The Aptucxet Trading Post Museum, just by the Cape Cod Canal, incorporates the earliest known elements of a pilgrim structure, sitting on the foundations of that 1627 trading post. The museum includes a grist mill, salt works, as well as a railroad station built specifically for the summer visits of President Grover Cleveland.

Elsewhere, a plaque commemorates Indian Burial Hill, a cemetery used by the Wampanoag Tribe until the nineteenth century. A meeting house for Christian Wampanoags, from the same era as the cemetery, is commemorated here as well. In 1765, Cataumet Methodist Church was built to serve a congregation of Christian Wampanoags.

Bourne has a very active Historical Society, and it operates a number of popular and important attractions. In Old Bourne Village you will find The Briggs-McDermott House and the Alonzo Booth Blacksmith Shop. The Briggs-McDermott House is the restored home of one of Bourne’s founding fathers and is an important feature of both Old Bourne Village and the Cape Cod Museum Trail. The Alonzo Booth Blacksmith Shop is a preserved and restored working forge and one of only a few of Cape Cod’s historical preservation sites that represents its industrial past.

Housing Information Bourne, Massachusetts

The median home value in Bourne is just over $350,000. Over the past year, home values in Bourne have risen more than five percent, and that pace is not expected to fall off by much in the coming years.

Dining, Events, and Attractions in Bourne

Bourne inaugurated and for forty years hosted the Cape Cod Scallop Festival, a high point of the festival season on the Cape. The event has since moved to nearby Falmouth.

The Bourne Braves of the Cape Cod Baseball League enjoy broad support from the home crowds and baseball continues to be a favorite pastime in Bourne.

A number of picturesque hiking trails, including Cataumet Greenway and Monks Park, are highlights of The Bourne Conservation Trust. Recently paved service roads along The Cape Cod Canal provide salt-air vistas and path for walking, jogging, and bicycling.

Bourne is home to one of New England’s largest and most popular butterfly habitats, at Butterflies of Cape Cod. The enclosed habitat is home to a wide variety of native butterflies, large and small, and almost all intricately patterned.

The Buzzards Bay village features Ryan Family Amusements. Bowling, a carousel, and a full arcade are among the draws at this great family destination.

The Somerset Creamery has been family-owned and operated in Bourne since 1937, and still serves handmade, old-fashioned ice cream made from the original recipes and with the freshest ingredients. The ice cream at Somerset Creamery is made fresh daily.

With hundreds of slips and moorings, Kingman Yacht Center is the biggest Marina in Cape Cod. The Bourne and Sagamore bridges loom on the horizon and offer breathtaking views of the Cape Cod Canal. Man-made over a century ago, the canal allowed mariners and shipping merchants to move fluidly from Cape Cod to Boston and back. Camping, fishing, and other outdoor activities are plentiful along the Canal.

Bourne is one of Cape Cod’s seafood meccas. For dining, the most popular destinations are The Seafood Shanty, Mezza Luna Restaurant (Italian Cuisine), Eastwind Seafoods, and Sandy’s Famous Seafood Restaurant.

Conclusion

Bourne is different from its bustling, busy Cape Cod cousins. It doesn’t depend as much on attracting tourists and is more of a bedroom community than are nearby Falmouth and Mashpee. But living in Bourne still provides all the advantages and luxuries of living on Cape Cod, plus an easier commute.

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Based on 22 reviews

Cyrus Plettner

04:11 15 Nov 20

I had the pleasure of working with John on a real estate deal over the last few months. It was a difficult purchase that had a few hurdles but John was on top of it and keep me informed during the whole process. In the end I was very happy with the outcome. He did a wonderful job on getting the deal done.

Summer Farrell

13:54 29 Oct 20

John was an excellent real estate agent for us. We made the deal within a week because I was moving last minute for a job and he was very responsive and attentive to our requirements and concerns as well as those of the landlord. Would definitely use him and recommend for future rentals!

Rebecca Wittkamper

18:10 10 Sep 20

My boyfriend, can’t have enough nice things to say about the service he received from John Bowen. Professional, and committed to excellence from start to finish. Will use again.

Tina Cormier

17:09 14 Jul 20

We have worked with John for about 5 years now. Initially, he helped us find the BEST long-term renters for our house in East Falmouth. Then, just last month, he helped us sell the same house. Throughout both experiences, John proved to be an amazing real estate professional. He works tirelessly (I mean that - day and night). His communication is A+, but don’t take that to mean he’s going to sugar-coat anything for you. He tells it like it is, which is SO important when making big decisions - like what to do with your most valuable investment! He is very straightforward and honest, which I really appreciate - I don’t want someone who is afraid to tell me something difficult or sensitive. I don’t want to have to read between the lines when making important decisions. He knows the Cape Cod real estate market like none other, and he very astutely observes when his clients are unsure about something and quickly provides valuable guidance based on his years of experience. He also knows EVERYONE. If you need any work done on your home to get it ready for renting/selling, guaranteed, he knows someone to do it. His knowledge of what’s happening in the market at any given time is priceless - he has his finger on the pulse of both the rental and sales markets. He will guide you through all of the important decisions as they arise. I would 100% without reservation recommend John to anyone looking to sell or rent their home on Cape Cod. We are truly grateful to him for making all of these tough and complex processes so effortless and successful for us.

Tabitha Pottle

20:28 26 Jun 20

John was very knowledgeable and helpful during the process of finding a new rental. He was honest and upfront of expectations. If you are looking for a new home or rental property he's the guy to consider on the Cape.

Iain Crawford

20:03 31 Mar 20

A local realtor with extensive knowledge of the Cape we made a great choice working with John Bowen to find our dream home. Hands on and dedicated to achieve the requirements that we stipulated John worked tirelessly through the whole moving experience to get us over the finish line. I would highly recommend John Bowen for a one on one , personal and professional experience whilst searching for your new property.

Fran Liptrot

21:31 06 Mar 20

Working with John made the entire real estate transaction easy, fast and efficient. I highly recommend Bowen Real Estate !

Kristen Rehs

18:12 27 Feb 20

I had the pleasure of processing a loan for the purchase of one of John's listings. He was involved from start to finish and was always pleasant and professional.

Shanna Marie

03:47 11 Feb 20

Great experience! John was honest which is often rare with anyone in sales. He also goes above and beyond to ensure satisfaction. Works with you if you have specific needs. Highly recommended!

bruce cranshaw

00:01 05 Feb 20

John is very professional and knowledgeable.

Susan Dow

13:05 08 Oct 19

John has been very helpful with both our rental and now sale of our property. He is attentive, thorough and very knowledgeable of the Falmouth area.

D Jonsey

22:27 14 Jul 19

As a military family moving from Hawaii to Massachusetts, we were thankful to have John Bowen as our our boots on the ground to help us find the perfect home to purchase! John’s knowledge of the cape area was evident in his performance!

Monica Caparas

22:52 25 May 19

John was very helpful in finding a rental. He worked through our unique situation with us. I highly recommend him.

Ellen Gordon

11:23 14 Mar 19

John is the realtor you need to sell your property. He is professional, effective and his attention to detail is impeccable. John brought me two offers within hours of each other, one being over asking price. Thanks John for your expertise!

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