Flint Townhome for Sale

Flint, a neighborhood in Fall River, is characterized by its historical ties to cotton mills, reflected in the prevalent tenement housing typical of New England. Most homes were built between the 1900s and 1960s, with newer constructions up to 2023. The area features single-family and multifamily homes, with properties closely situated but benefiting from good sidewalk and crosswalk coverage. Flint boasts several green spaces, including Britland Park with its outdoor fitness area, and Travassos Park, which was renovated in 2016 to include a splash pad, playground, and dek hockey rink. The Quequechan River Trail, running through Flint and Niagara neighborhoods, showcases public artwork, while Lafayette Park offers an outdoor pool, tennis courts, and a skate park. Smaller parks like Dumont Field Park and Desmarais Playground Park add to the neighborhood's green spaces. Flint's culinary scene is diverse, with Portuguese, Mexican, Haitian, and Chinese cuisines, and notable Lebanese bakeries such as Sam’s Bakery and Mario’s Bakery. Bedford Street features various small shops and eateries, and residents have convenient access to groceries at Price Rite Marketplace and Walmart. Flint Village Plaza includes a Walgreens for additional shopping needs. The neighborhood is bordered by Interstate 195 and Massachusetts Route 24, with Eastern Avenue running through it, making it accessible via public transportation. The South Coast Rail project, expected to be completed by spring 2025, will connect Fall River to Boston. Flint is 26 miles from Rhode Island Tf Green International Airport, 18 miles from downtown Providence, and 52 miles from Boston. The crime rate in Flint is comparable to the national average.