Barnstable, MA
Commercial Real Estate Market Trends & Data

$404 Avg asking sale price
$26 Avg asking lease rate
4,160 SF Avg unit lease size
9,481 SF Avg building size for sale
5.90% Average cap rate

Barnstable's Demographic Profile

Barnstable has 19,189 households and a median income of $87,046, providing context for rent absorption and tenant demand across retail and multifamily assets. A 0% five-year population trend is a key signal for evaluating long-term demand in this market.

Key Demographic Metric Value
Population 45,808
# Households 19,189
Median age 50
Median household income $87,046
Avg household size 2.0
Renter-occupied housing units 4,892
5-year population change 0%

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Nearby Office Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Barnstable $315 14,270 SF 5.90%
Centerville $494 18,743 SF 5.90%
Hyannis $470 18,426 SF 5.90%
Nearby Retail Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size
Barnstable $480 2,689 SF
Marstons Mills $256 1,075 SF
Hyannis $555 3,226 SF
East Sandwich $411 4,625 SF
West Yarmouth $404 4,203 SF
Nearby Multifamily Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Hyannis $481 8,320 SF 6.49%
Yarmouth $678 8,320 SF 6.49%
Wareham $150 7,529 SF 7.50%

Commercial Properties For Sale in Barnstable

The listings below reflect how current market pricing and building scale translate into active opportunities available today.
For Sale

1049 Main St

West Barnstable, MA 02668

  • 6,684 SF Office Building
  • $1,450,000
For Sale

25 Mid-Tech Dr

West Yarmouth, MA 02673

  • 10,900 SF Office Building
  • $1,600,000
For Sale

Development Project in An Opportunity Zone

Hyannis, MA 02601

  • 25,002 SF Office Building
  • $2,000,000
For Sale

Craigville Pizza

Centerville, MA 02632

  • 2,240 SF Retail Building
  • $1,300,000
For Sale

Hyannis Oaks Courtyard

Hyannis, MA 02601

  • 7,547 SF Retail Building
  • $255,000
For Sale

700 Attucks Ln

Hyannis, MA 02601

  • 28,878 SF Office Building
  • 5.90% Cap Rate
  • $1,200,000

Average Price For Sale

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Nearby Commercial Markets

Comparing nearby markets helps investors see whether Barnstable pricing and building scale sit above, below, or in line with surrounding areas.

Commercial Markets Avg Cost/SF Average Size
Barnstable $404 9,481 SF
Centerville $409 14,617 SF
Marstons Mills $360 1,075 SF
West Barnstable $278 6,684 SF
Hyannis $435 11,561 SF

Regional Demographic Comparison

This comparison places Barnstable alongside nearby cities to show how population size, household counts, and income levels differ across the region. Viewing these markets side by side helps investors understand whether local demand and income characteristics are concentrated in Barnstable or distributed across surrounding areas.

City Population # Households Age Median Household Income Avg Household Size Renter Occupied Housing Units Five Yr Pop Growth %
Centerville 10,898 4,571 52 $100,825 2 768 1%
Marstons Mills 6,187 2,483 52 $108,768 2 233 -3%

Disclaimer: The figures on this page reflect LoopNet's active commercial listings in Barnstable, MA and update as inventory changes. Averages can shift between periods or vary across property types depending on the mix of listings available at a given time, so individual metrics may not reflect broader market trends. These figures are best used as directional benchmarks for early market evaluation. For comprehensive commercial real estate data and analytics, subscribe to CoStar.

FAQs About Commercial Investing in Barnstable

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Is Barnstable a good market for a first-time commercial real estate investor?

Barnstable offers commercial properties across a wide range of sizes and price points. By reviewing the market data and benchmarks on this page, first-time investors can better understand what a typical commercial property looks like before committing capital and narrowing in on specific listings.

How can this market data help me decide whether to buy commercial property for my business in Barnstable?

The pricing and size metrics on this page help business owners compare the cost of ownership against leasing in Barnstable. Typical building sizes and asking prices provide a starting point for evaluating space needs, budget fit, and long term occupancy costs before engaging lenders or brokers.

What should conservative investors focus on when evaluating commercial properties in Barnstable?

Conservative investors often prioritize manageable deal sizes, stable pricing ranges, and cap rate benchmarks shown for Barnstable. These metrics help assess whether current market conditions support steady income potential without relying on aggressive assumptions.

How does Barnstable compare to nearby commercial real estate markets?

Nearby market comparisons highlight differences in pricing, building scale, and cap rate ranges relative to Barnstable. Reviewing these side by side helps experienced investors identify relative value, pricing premiums, or alternative markets that may better align with return targets.

How can this page support early-stage deal screening for Barnstable acquisitions?

This page provides high-level benchmarks for pricing, deal size, and observed cap rates in Barnstable, which are useful for initial market filtering. Institutional and data-driven investors often use these signals to prioritize listings that meet size, pricing, and return thresholds before deeper underwriting.

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