Real Estate and Homes for Sale in Edgartown, MA
Edgartown now boasts a number of well-preserved historic estates.
Properties for sale in Edgartown
Edgartown: A Coastal Village with History and Charm
At the eastern edge of Martha’s Vineyard, Edgartown blends history, elegance, and seaside living in a way that feels timeless. Once a busy whaling port, this town is now one of the Vineyard’s most sought-after destinations, offering a mix of historic homes, boutique shopping, fine dining, and waterfront scenery that makes every visit feel like something special.
What Makes Edgartown Unique?
Edgartown is rooted in its history, but it’s not stuck in the past. Walk along the tree-lined streets and you’ll find impeccably preserved whaling captains’ homes from the 18th and 19th centuries. Many have been converted into boutique hotels or lovingly maintained private residences. The Edgartown Harbor Lighthouse is another landmark that draws visitors, perched at the entrance of the harbor and offering panoramic views of the water and Chappaquiddick beyond.
This is a town that balances old-world character with modern energy, perfect for both strolling and exploring.
What Can You Do in Edgartown?
For dining, Edgartown has some of the Vineyard’s best options. Restaurants like Alchemy and The Covington serve creative, locally sourced cuisine, while Seafood Shanty offers sushi and harbor views that are hard to beat. If you’re looking for a classic island experience, The Atlantic Fish & Chophouse pairs fresh seafood and steak with lively waterfront energy.
Shopping is just as appealing. Edgartown’s Main Street and its side streets are lined with boutique stores, from high-end fashion at Nell MV to island-inspired home goods and gifts at Backwater Trading Company.
If you’re craving nature, head south to South Beach (also called Katama Beach), one of the island’s most popular stretches of sand. This wide, three-mile beach offers rolling surf and a perfect place to spend a summer day. For something quieter, the Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary has walking trails, salt marshes, and plenty of birdlife.
What Is Edgartown Like at Night?
Edgartown has a sophisticated but relaxed evening vibe. Many restaurants transition right from dinner to late-night cocktails, and a handful of bars keep things lively without losing the Vineyard’s laid-back feel. Summer evenings often bring music, art events, and a sense of energy that makes the town feel alive long after sunset.
What’s it like to live in Edgartown?
Edgartown is the ideal home base if you want to experience Martha’s Vineyard at its most refined. It’s central enough to reach every part of the island but offers more restaurants, shops, and activities than most towns. Homes here are mostly well-appointed coastal properties with space, views, and real privacy. Many include decks, lawns, and direct access to the water or beach paths, from historic homes near Main Street to modern waterfront estates overlooking Katama Bay, which is why they work as primary residences, second homes, and multi-generational family compounds.
Ready to Experience Edgartown?
Edgartown offers the best of Martha’s Vineyard: rich history, elegant dining, boutique shopping, and access to some of the island’s most stunning beaches and trails. Whether you’re here for a romantic retreat, a family vacation, or a quiet escape, this is a town that delivers unforgettable moments at every turn.
Browse the current Edgartown listings above and reach out for a private showing. Portfolio Properties has been the resident expert on this neighborhood for years.
Four reasons families spend a lifetime here.
A historic coastal village with preserved captains’ homes, one of the busiest sailing harbors on the East Coast, a landmark lighthouse at the harbor mouth, and a true Main Street with a ninety-second ferry to a wilder island across the channel.
A walkable archive of preserved New England.
Walk along the tree-lined streets and you’ll find impeccably preserved whaling captains’ homes from the 18th and 19th centuries. Many have been converted into boutique hotels or lovingly maintained private residences. North Water Street is the headline, but the whole district is the point. Buying in this district means buying a piece of an inventory that cannot be added to.
- What’s nearby
- North Water Street
- Old Whaling Church
- Vincent House Museum
- Dr. Daniel Fisher House
One of the busiest sailing harbors on the East Coast.
In summer the harbor holds hundreds of boats, from small day-sailors to serious cruising yachts. The Edgartown Yacht Club hosts the Edgartown Race Weekend and the famous ’Round-the-Island Race every July. From a porch on Cooke Street you can watch the start of every regatta. The harbor is the engine of the town, and it has been since the whaling era.
- What’s nearby
- Edgartown Yacht Club
- Memorial Wharf
- Reading Room
- Edgartown Harbor
A landmark at the harbor entrance, a short walk from town.
The Edgartown Harbor Lighthouse is the squat white tower perched at the entrance of the harbor, offering panoramic views of the water and Chappaquiddick beyond. The walk from Main Street takes about ten minutes and ends at Lighthouse Beach, sheltered by Chappy across the channel and shallow enough for small kids. This is the everyday beach. South Beach is the big-ocean version. Most residents use both, on different days.
- What’s nearby
- Edgartown Lighthouse
- Lighthouse Beach
- Fuller Street Beach
- North Water Street walk
A real downtown, and a 90-second ride to a wilder island.
Edgartown’s Main Street and its side streets are lined with boutique stores, restaurants, and galleries that run at a true year-round caliber. Edgartown Books, the Old Whaling Church, the Newes pub, fashion at Nell MV, gifts at Backwater Trading Company. At the foot of Main, the Chappy On-Time Ferry runs every few minutes, ninety seconds across the harbor to Chappaquiddick. Chappy is technically part of Edgartown, and it gets you to Mytoi Garden, Cape Poge Wildlife Refuge, and Wasque without leaving the town line.
- What’s nearby
- Edgartown Main Street
- Chappy On-Time Ferry
- Mytoi Garden
- Cape Poge Wildlife Refuge
Edgartown at a glance.
Median Edgartown sale price, up roughly 16% year-over-year. Edgartown is the highest-priced town on Martha’s Vineyard and the highest-volume: 101 residential sales in 2025, totaling more than $359 million. Current Edgartown listings range from about $945,000 to $19.9 million depending on location, lot size, and water access.
What the market’s doing
What the area looks like
Questions buyers and visitors ask about Edgartown.
Answers our team gives most often when people are exploring this corner of Martha’s Vineyard.
Where is Edgartown on Martha’s Vineyard?
Edgartown sits on the southeast shore of Martha’s Vineyard in Dukes County, Massachusetts. From the Steamship Authority terminal in Vineyard Haven it is about seven miles by car or bike along the dedicated path. The town’s harbor opens onto Nantucket Sound and faces Chappaquiddick Island across a narrow channel.
What town is Edgartown in?
Edgartown is its own town, one of six on Martha’s Vineyard, and it serves as the county seat of Dukes County. It is not a neighborhood within another town. Chappaquiddick Island is part of the town of Edgartown, as is the Katama area at the south end.
Is Edgartown the same as Chappaquiddick?
No, but Chappaquiddick (often called Chappy) is part of the town of Edgartown. The two are separated by a narrow channel at the mouth of Edgartown Harbor and connected by the Chappy On-Time Ferry, which runs every few minutes and takes about ninety seconds to cross. Chappy is much less developed than the rest of Edgartown, with significant conservation land.
How do you get to Edgartown from the ferry?
From the year-round Steamship Authority terminal in Vineyard Haven, Edgartown is about a seven-mile drive or bike ride. The dedicated bike path between Vineyard Haven, Oak Bluffs, and Edgartown runs the full route. From the seasonal Oak Bluffs ferry terminal, Edgartown is about nine miles. The Falmouth-to-Edgartown seasonal ferry also drops you directly in town.
Are Edgartown’s beaches private?
Edgartown has a mix of public and private beaches. South Beach in Katama, Lighthouse Beach at the harbor entrance, and Fuller Street Beach are all public. Some stretches of Chappaquiddick are managed by The Trustees of Reservations and require a vehicle permit. Many direct-waterfront homes also have their own private beach frontage.
What is the Edgartown Lighthouse?
The Edgartown Lighthouse is a squat cast-iron tower that marks the entrance to Edgartown Harbor. The original lighthouse on the site dates to 1828. The current tower was moved here from Crane Beach in Ipswich in 1939 and sits on a man-made sand spit reachable by a short walk from Main Street. It is open for limited seasonal tours and is the most photographed structure in town.
What is the difference between Edgartown and Oak Bluffs?
Edgartown is the historic, year-round, county-seat town with the most architectural preservation, the busiest sailing harbor, and the highest home prices. Oak Bluffs is more seasonal, with the famous gingerbread cottages, Circuit Avenue, and a more festival-driven summer scene. Edgartown skews quieter and more residential. Oak Bluffs skews more social. Many island residents recommend visiting both before deciding.
What is the median home price in Edgartown?
Edgartown’s median sale price is roughly $2.8 million as of early 2026, up about 16% year-over-year (Redfin). The average 2025 sale price was around $3.56 million across 101 residential sales (MV Real Estate Market Report 2025). Current active Edgartown listings range from about $945,000 for an in-town small home up to $19.9 million for a Katama oceanfront compound.
Is Edgartown the most expensive town on Martha’s Vineyard?
Yes, in aggregate. Edgartown consistently posts the highest median sale price and the highest total dollar volume of any town on Martha’s Vineyard, driven by the historic district, the waterfront stock along the harbor and Katama Bay, and the South Beach oceanfront in Katama. Chilmark and Aquinnah have the largest individual estates, but Edgartown is the deepest high-end market.
Is Edgartown a good investment for a second home?
Edgartown has shown strong long-term appreciation, anchored by limited inventory inside the historic district and steady demand for the harbor and Katama oceanfront. For a second-home purchase the usual waterfront due diligence applies: flood zones, FEMA maps, septic systems, and coastal access rights all need a close look. Our Waterfront Due Diligence guide (linked below) walks through the specifics.
Reading for the Edgartown curious.
What’s Happening in Edgartown’s Real Estate Market Right Now
A read on current Edgartown market conditions, what is moving, and what buyers should expect through this cycle. Updated for the latest season.
Read articleKey Questions to Ask During an Open House in Edgartown, MA
What experienced Edgartown buyers ask before they tour, during the walkthrough, and after they leave. A field guide for the historic-district market.
Read articleWaterfront Due Diligence on Martha’s Vineyard
If you are seriously considering Edgartown harbor, Katama Bay, or South Beach, read this first. A practical checklist covering FEMA, flood zones, septic, and coastal access rights.
Read articleThinking about Edgartown?
Portfolio Properties has been working the Edgartown market for more than 25 years, from in-town Captain’s houses to Katama oceanfront and Chappy compounds. We can walk you through what is on the market, what just sold, and what is coming up off-market. We will meet you at the lighthouse for a tour any time.