Why Live in Western Fall River
Western Fall River is a neighborhood in transition, bordered by the Taunton River to the west. Historically known for its textile mills, many of these structures are now being repurposed into senior living centers and luxury apartments, attracting business-friendly millennials. The area features a mix of housing, including apartment buildings, condominiums, and pockets of single-family homes such as Victorians, federal-style, ranches, and split-levels, particularly closer to the Highlands area. Streets are laid out in a grid with wide sidewalks and mature shade trees. The neighborhood is served by Fall River Public Schools, with schools having average ratings. North Park, designed by Frederick Olmsted, offers baseball fields, tennis courts, a skateboard park, and a playground, along with winter activities like ice-skating and sledding. Bicentennial Park on the waterfront features a World War II memorial, a playground, tennis courts, a boat ramp, and a walking trail leading to Battleship Cove. For shopping, SouthCoast Marketplace is a 6-mile drive and includes a theater, casino, and various stores. Dining options include the Tipsy Toboggan, offering rustic pub fare and river views, and The Cove, known for its memorable food and waterfront views. The neighborhood has a low crime risk compared to the national average, making it a practical choice for potential home buyers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Western Fall River a good place to live?
Western Fall River is a good place to live. Western Fall River is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Western Fall River is a suburban neighborhood. Western Fall River has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.6 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $69,863 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 19.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Western Fall River are renters, with 64.3% of residents renting and 35.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Western Fall River can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Western Fall River neighborhood guide.
Is Western Fall River, MA a safe neighborhood?
Western Fall River, MA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Western Fall River?
The median home price in Western Fall River is $359,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $72,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,870 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $80K a year to afford the median home price in Western Fall River. The average household income in Western Fall River is $70K.
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Home Trends in Western Fall River, MA
On average, homes in Western Fall River, Fall River sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Western Fall River, Fall River over the last 12 months is $359,900, up 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$359,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$268,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$359,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$400,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,100,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$277
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
39
Median List Price
$359,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
26%