$547,567Average Value$351Average Price per Sq Ft3Homes For Sale
Aerial View Of Homes In Bliss Corner
Coastal neighborhood on the edge of New Bedford
The south coast is more than just a gateway to the cape; Bliss Corner is no exception. This Dartmouth neighborhood hugs Clark Cove and boasts its own pristine sandy beaches. Many homes enjoy water views, and those living farther inland can reach the shore in minutes by bike or on foot. “We don’t have the tourism that Cape Cod has, but it is very much like being on the cape in many ways. We like to say without the traffic,” says Erin Hovan with a chuckle. The Realtor and broker associate with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties has worked in the area since 2016. “Bliss Corner is nestled between Padanaram and New Bedford, which has a historic downtown, restaurants and theaters, so it’s very close to services,” Hovan adds.
Anthony’s Beach, A Private Club Located On Clarks Cove
Sandy beaches and forested hikes
Clark Cove enjoys direct exposure to Buzzard’s Bay, and local boaters can dock their vessels nearby at South Wharf Yacht Yard & Marina. Residents can feel the sand between their toes at Jones Park, a town-owned beach with a playground. The semi-sheltered cove makes for calmer water, and beachgoers share the fresh sea air with the gulls, ospreys and terns that soar overhead. For a more secluded seaside experience, residents can join the private club at Anthony’s Beach. Membership includes a bathhouse, shaded beachside porch, boardwalk and pier. Inland, the Dodge Reserve offers a short hike through oak forest and cattail marsh habitats. For indoor recreation, residents can find the pickleball craze alive and well at Pickleball & More. Planet Fitness is next door.
New Construction With Waterfront Views
Classic New England homes with views of the shore
Single-family homes here vary significantly in size, style and price. Shorefront properties range from sprawling, upscale homes to more modest ranch-style dwellings. Throughout the neighborhood, buyers will find cozy clapboard cottages, ranch-style houses and shingle homes typical of New England. Homeowners take pride in their lawns. Most are thoughtfully landscaped with flowers and decorative shrubbery. In the summertime, hydrangea bushes ornament the streets with pink, blue and white blooms. While sale prices are on the rise, Bliss Corner is still considered more affordable than the metro Boston area. Prices typically range from $325,000 to $900,000, but some properties near the shore list for more than $1 million. Buyers should note some communities have monthly fees between $125 to $1,000.
Find all your shopping needs met at Dartmouth Mall in Bliss Corner.
A quick trip to Dartmouth Mall
Several supermarkets along the main thoroughfare of Dartmouth Street, including Stop & Shop and Seabra Foods, can keep pantries stocked. For clothing, home goods and the like, the commercial corridor along Route 6, anchored by Dartmouth Mall, is about 4 miles away. Great eats can be found in the neighborhood. Lolly’s Cafe is the go-to spot for breakfast, while Fay’s and Ma Raffa’s are two popular places for Italian cuisine. Thirsty Whale Tavern is the local watering hole, offering classic pub fare and specialty cocktails.
Joseph DeMello Elementary School Sign
Highly rated Dartmouth Public Schools
Children can attend neighborhood schools, Joseph DeMello Elementary or Andrew B. Cushman Elementary, earning B-plus ratings from Niche. DeMello serves many bilingual students and offers support for English language learners, and Cushman sits beside the Dartmouth Community Park playground and the Southworth Library. Students can move on to Dartmouth Middle School, with a B-plus rating, and finish their degrees at A-minus-rated Dartmouth High School. St. Teresa of Calcutta School and Friends Academy are two nearby private options. For students seeking higher education, the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth is a little over 5 miles away.
Idlewood is just a short drive to major connecting arteries such as I-95 and I-195.
A short drive to Interstate 195
With some sidewalks, residents living closer to shore can walk to destinations on busy thoroughfares like Dartmouth Street and Cove Road. Cyclists can also ride around, though there is minimal infrastructure for bike travel. Most residents drive around. Downtown New Bedford is a 2-mile drive, Providence is a 33-mile drive via Interstate 195, and Boston is about a 60-mile drive using State Routes 140 and 24. New Bedford Regional Airport is about 5 miles away. Residents without cars can catch a Southeastern Regional Transit Authority (SRTA) bus at stops lining Dartmouth Street.
Early Spring Flowers Blooming In Bliss Corner
Historic dumping in Bliss Corner
Buyers here should note the ongoing efforts to address the historic dumping of hazardous materials in the neighborhood dating to the 1930s (prior to residential development, which began in the 1940s). The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has been investigating this since 2018. During an inspection, it found waste material in soil on some residential properties and lots in development. According to a report by WBUR, the EPA began removing soil with “high concentrations of lead and polychlorinated biphenyls, or PCBs,” from the most contaminated homes in June of 2022. The same report notes that no illnesses have been directly tied to this issue.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Bliss Corner Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bliss Corner, Dartmouth sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Bliss Corner, Dartmouth over the last 12 months is $514,500, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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