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Featured · Market Intelligence May 2026 9 min read

Why SE Massachusetts & RI Waterfront Properties Are Commanding Record Premiums in 2026

The spread between waterfront and comparable inland properties has expanded to 34% — the widest gap since 2021. We break down the forces driving this premium, which communities are seeing the sharpest appreciation, and what it means if you're buying or selling on the water this year.

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Scott Steele
Scott Steele
CEO & Senior Luxury Agent · The Ponte Group
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Waterfront Premium · Q2 2026 · SE MA & RI
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Portsmouth RI: The Breakout Luxury Market of 2026 — What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

With median prices up 11.2% year-over-year and only 1.6 months of supply, Portsmouth has become the most competitive luxury market in our coverage area. Here's why — and what to do about it.

Selling Strategy
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The 7 Pre-Sale Improvements That Consistently Deliver ROI in the Luxury Market

Not all renovations are equal when it comes to resale. Our listing team breaks down the improvements that move the needle — and the ones that don't.

Buying Strategy
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How Cash Buyers Win in a Competitive Luxury Market — Even When You Have a Mortgage

34% of $1M+ closings in our market are all-cash. If you're financing, here's how to structure your offer to compete — and win — against cash buyers.

Neighborhood Guide
April 202610 min
Westport, MA: The Complete 2026 Luxury Buyer's Guide

Price per square foot, top streets, waterfront vs. inland dynamics, school options, and lifestyle considerations — everything a serious buyer needs before stepping foot in Westport.

Luxury Living
March 20265 min
Coastal vs. Historic: Choosing the Right Luxury Property Style for Your Lifestyle

SE Massachusetts and RI offer two distinct luxury property profiles — dramatic coastal estates and deeply historic Colonials. Here's how to decide which one is right for you.

Investment
March 20269 min
1031 Exchanges in the SE Massachusetts Luxury Market: What Every Investor Should Know

Navigating a 1031 exchange into a luxury property requires precise timing and the right team. Our guide covers identification windows, replacement strategies, and what inventory looks like right now.

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Westport

Coastal estates, agricultural privacy, and waterfront access along the South Coast. One of SE Massachusetts's most coveted communities.

$800K – $5M+
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Massachusetts
Dartmouth

Golf, marina, new construction luxury, and South Coast lifestyle. Strong appreciation and diverse property profiles.

$600K – $3.5M
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Rhode Island
Bristol

Historic waterfront, sailing culture, and East Bay estate living. One of RI's most distinguished and storied communities.

$700K – $4M
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Rhode Island
Portsmouth

Aquidneck Island living with Narragansett Bay views, equestrian estates, and the fastest-appreciating luxury market in our region.

$900K – $5M+
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Cliff Ponte

Nearly two decades building the premier real estate team in SE Massachusetts. Cliff writes on local market history, relationships, and the long view of luxury real estate.

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Scott Steele
CEO · Senior Luxury Agent
Scott Steele

Data-driven market analysis, buyer and seller strategy, and transaction intelligence. Scott's articles give readers the inside view on how luxury deals actually get done.

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Team Leader · Lead Luxury Agent
Alexis Anselmo

Neighborhood guides, lifestyle perspectives, and the buyer and seller experience. Alexis brings warmth, precision, and deep local knowledge to every piece she writes.

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