Brant Point

Brant Point is one of the most sought-after neighborhoods on Nantucket, and for good reason. Situated on the north shore of the island between Nantucket Harbor and Nantucket Sound, it offers something rare: a true waterfront setting within walking distance of Town. Buyers I work with are often drawn to Brant Point first because of that combination, the privacy and calm of a residential neighborhood, with restaurants, galleries, and the ferry landing just a few minutes on foot. After more than 20 years of representing buyers and sellers across Nantucket, I consider Brant Point one of the island's most consistently desirable addresses.

Homes in Brant Point typically range from the mid-single-digit millions to well above $20 million for premium harbor-facing or waterfront properties. The neighborhood is defined by its mix of beautifully maintained historic homes, thoughtful renovations, and newer construction on generous lots. Many properties offer direct harbor views, private docks, or water access. Amenities that are exceedingly rare even by Nantucket standards. Easton Street, one of the most recognized addresses on the island, runs through Brant Point and is home to some of its most significant estates.

The lifestyle here centers on the water. Jetties Beach, one of Nantucket's best family beaches, sits at the western edge of the neighborhood and offers calm swimming, kayak rentals, and a seasonal restaurant. Children's Beach is a short walk in the other direction, toward Town. The Brant Point Lighthouse, the second-oldest lighthouse site in the country, marks the entrance to Nantucket Harbor and has become one of the most photographed landmarks on the island. During the summer months, Brant Point is also at the center of Nantucket Race Week, when the harbor fills with competitive sailors and the neighborhood takes on a particular energy.

For buyers considering Brant Point, the key considerations are timing and inventory. Waterfront properties here do not stay on the market long, and many of the most significant sales happen off-market through established broker relationships. Understanding what drives value in this neighborhood; whether it's harbor frontage, lot size, proximity to Jetties Beach, or the condition of the home, requires direct, recent transaction experience. If you're exploring what's available or evaluating a property in Brant Point, I'd encourage you to review my approach to luxury home buying on Nantucket or browse my past sales across the island to see the range of properties I've represented.

Brant Point is a neighborhood I know well, from the nuances of what different streets and positions offer, to the practical realities of owning a waterfront home on Nantucket. If you're considering buying or selling here, I'd welcome the conversation.