North Westport, MA

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Population
5,289
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
137 ft
Median Home Value
$411,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,662/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$87,582
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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About North Westport

North Westport sits in the northern corner of Westport, Massachusetts, offering a relaxed pace of life along the East Branch of the Westport River. As the oldest of Westport's traditional villages, it blends a quiet, small-town atmosphere with practical convenience. Route 6 and Interstate 195 run right through the area, giving residents a straightforward drive to Fall River, New Bedford, and Providence.

The neighborhood has roots as a nineteenth-century mill community, and an old streetcar line once connected locals to neighboring cities and the historic Lincoln Park amusement grounds. Today, North Westport is primarily residential, with local shops, family-run eateries, and daily services centered along Route 6. It appeals to homebuyers looking for a peaceful home base with scenic water views, spacious lots, and quick access to coastal beaches to the south.

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