Orleans real estate is made up of a variety of homes, from quintessential coastal cottages to grand waterfront estates with private docks and vistas of the Atlantic ocean. The community of Orleans is located in lower Cape Cod, and offers a vast array of homes that are not only unique in size and style, but many Orleans homes date back more than 100 to 200 years, adding a sense of richness to the town as well as an individual sense of history to each home that has matured with the landscape.

Originally named the South Parish of Eastham and settled in 1644, Orleans real estate is built on a foundation of more than just prime coastal property. The city has been built with great American history in the walls of homes that have weathered the wear of time, with new housing such as condos and townhouses to reflect the charm and attention to detail that makes historic Orleans homes so enchanting and appealing to home buyers. Many people in the area own Orleans homes as vacation homes for holiday or during the summer months, when the verdant landscape is in its prime and the summer sun warms the sandy beaches. It was in 1797 when the town finally became incorporated, after seeking its independence for eighty years. Since that time, the town has grown from the farmlands of the Nauset Indians to the salt works located on the bay and

Town cove shores. In the 1850s, the salt-making industry became obsolete and the community moved on to support itself through fishing and whaling. To this day the town maintains its financial support from industries created by the many opportunities of the sea.

Modern day Orleans still looks very much like the town did at the turn of the century. One of the few notable differences is that the region that was once barren due to the decimation of the trees for fuel and housing, is now a lush landscape of trees and plants all contributing to the beauty and desirability of Orleans real estate. If you're looking for a second home or a vacation home to enjoy, you'll fit right in with the rest of the town, made up almost entirely of retirees and seasonal families. Orleans homes are ideal for those wanting to purchase a second home in the Cape Cod region, and during the summer months, the town comes alive with the National Seashore Park and annual events. During the winter months, Orleans real estate offers a quiet place to rest and relax by the beauty of the shoreline.

Orleans real estate starts at around $200,000 for condos and townhouses and goes up into the millions with properties that feature generous lots along the waterfront. One common characteristic found through out all Orleans homes is an atmosphere of coastal charm and simplicity. With the refreshing breeze that rolls in off the ocean every morning and the verdant environment reminiscent of a simpler time it's no wonder so many people choose to buy Orleans real estate. The town offers a fabulous sense of local flavor that can be enjoyed year round with a number of delectable restaurants that range from five-star establishments to eclectic bistros and cafes. Orleans also has an extensive array of art galleries and museums, theatres and world class shopping, and when you're ready to come in from the warm sandy beaches you'll find plenty to do in this friendly community.

Whether you're looking for that perfect second home to vacation to in the winter months or simply want to know more about all that Orleans real estate has to offer, contact local expert Realtor Wendy Ustach at 617-835-7374, or by email at wendy@wendyustach.com, to schedule an appointment today.

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