Thursday, June 7, 2012

Historic Houses in Westport - By the Numbers

Ever wonder just how many antique homes there are in Westport, Massachusetts?

Here's a look by the numbers:

Single Family Homes
1900 - 1930: 589
1850-1899: 223
1800 - 1849: 59
1750 - 1799: 29
1700 - 1749: 8
Before 1700: 2

There are two homes in Westport that tie for the oldest single family home according to public record.  They were both built in 1680. One is located at 722 Pine Hill Road and the other is 47 Howland Road.  Three homes also tie for second place, all three having been built in 1700. They include 133 Division Road, 486 Horseneck Road and 5 Drift Road. In third place is 202 Hixbridge Road built in 1714.

Multi-Family Homes
1900 - 1930: 65
1850-1899: 60
1800 - 1849: 14
1750 - 1799: 2
1700 - 1749: 1
Before 1700: 0

Please note: This information is taken from public record. Public record dates are often at variance with year built dates on record with local or state historical commissions.

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