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Acushnet retains its 19th-century rural charm
Throughout the 1800s, mill workers and farmers flocked to Acushnet to settle along its 9-mile namesake river. Today, the southeastern Massachusetts town is known less for its bustling industrial environment and more for its residential atmosphere. But with dwellings on large lots and acres of heavily forested green space, the community retains its pastoral character. “Acushnet is far enough from Boston that it’s not considered a suburb, so traffic is rarely an issue,” says Glenn McDonald, a senior broker associate with Success! Real Estate who has sold homes in Massachusetts for over 30 years. “It’s closer to Buzzard Bay beaches than the city. But it’s not a beach town, so house prices are lower.”
A gambrel-roofed home in the Acushnet neighborhood is a gallant reminder of the past.
Ducks are visitors to the Acushnet River View Park.
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Acushnet has large lots filled with vintage dwellings
A home in Acushnet typically costs between $350,000 and $450,000, a range lower than the average $600,000 selling price in the neighboring waterside town of Mattapoisett. Acushnet’s winding roads and dead-end streets are lined with three-to-four-bedroom homes from various decades. Turn-of-the-century National-style dwellings are next to 1930s gambrel farmhouses on half-acre lots. 1920s bungalows and their quarter-acre yards are tucked behind chain-link fences. While older homes typically only have private driveways, midcentury ranch styles feature one-to-car garages. “Anything over a quarter-acre is considered a good chunk of land in Massachusetts, and that’s something you can get here,” says McDonald.
Along Slocum Street the close spacing of homes suggests the industrial past to Acushnet.
A quiet street in the Acushnet neighborhood has trees separating homes in some places.
A colorful array of bird houses by the garage of this Acushnet neighborhood home are inviting.
This elegant duplex in the Acushnet neighborhood has shingles and clapboard siding.
A sturdy brick faced raised ranch is stalwart on its verdant lawn in the Acushnet neighborhood.
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Students are educated within the Acushnet Public Schools District
Acushnet Public Schools serve the area. Children can attend Acushnet Elementary, which has a B-plus grade from Niche. Then, they may go to Albert F. Ford Middle School. In addition to its B grade from Niche, the school has a music program with band and choir concerts held once every quarter. While the district doesn’t provide a high school, students may attend New Bedford High School. Lending to its B-minus grade, the school offers a Magnet Academy of Civic Leadership and World Studies. Students in this program must take 4 years of a world language, finish 120 service hours and complete a capstone project on the global issue of their choice.
Acushnet Elementary School in Acushnet has diversified programs for students of all levels.
The Albert F. Ford Middle School in Acushnet serves the children of the town with distinction.
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The Acushnet River offers hiking options and access to Buzzard Bay beaches
The Acushnet River bisects 74 acres of conservation land less than 1 mile from the area. The plot is divided into three sections, all offering different outdoor adventures. The Sawmill was once a lumber yard before transitioning into a park with a half-mile boardwalk trail in 2014. Hikers will pass red maple swampland and meadows filled with black-eyed Susans. Then, at the Mill Pond Conservation Area, anglers can catch largemouth bass or scup from the waterway's rocky shore. A community orchard surrounds the pond. Visitors can pluck their apples, peaches and pears or pick fruit from the seasonal produce stand. Lastly, at LaPalme Farm, residents will find a 1-mile trail. The nature path cuts through a forest filled with pine, beech and oak trees. Bird watchers will spot a variety of songbirds and the occasional great horned owl.
The Acushnet River ends at Buzzard’s Bay, making oceanside fun just a quick drive away. For instance, New Bedford’s East Beach is only 7 miles south via JFK Memorial Highway. The public sandy shore is a summertime destination for swimming and kayaking through calm waters. There’s also a fishing pier and an access point for the Saulnier Memorial Bike Trail, an almost 4-mile multipurpose paved path surrounding the bay.
The new library building in Acushnet is on Middle Road, replacing the antique structure on Main.
The Acushnet Library is a reader's delight for young and old alike open to all in Acushnet.
The Acushnet Riverview Park Walkway has a graceful arc to its path through Acushnet.
White fronted geese are a migratory visitor to the Acushnet neighborhood and they are graceful.
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Main Street has Portuguese bites, breakfast basics and a Market Basket
Residents will find a few locally owned eateries along Main Street. For instance, Captain’s Place is known for its authentic Portuguese seafood, like the lightly battered fried cod served over a bed of rice made with red and green bell peppers. The Mill serves breakfast basics like French toast and cheesy omelets inside a quaint bungalow building. A 3-mile drive south on Main Street leads to the Market Basket grocery store along Sawyer Street. Residents can drive 6 miles south to Dartmouth Towne Center for nationally known shopping options like Macy’s or The Home Depot.
The Mill Restaurant is a popular breakfast and lunch spot in the Acushnet neighborhood.
Captains Place Restaurante stands as a bastion of fine dining in the Acushnet neighborhood.
Captain's Codfish is a Portuguese dish steaming at Captains Place Restaurante in Acushnet.
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A car-dependent enclave near Massachusetts Route 140
Though some streets have sidewalks, the town is car-dependent. Acushnet is less than 6 miles from Massachusetts Route 140, and a 55-mile drive north on the thoroughfare leads to Boston’s core. The town is 4 miles from Interstate 195, meaning residents are just a 30-mile drive west of Providence. There are also numerous Southeastern Regional Transit Authority bus stops less than 1 mile away on Acushnet Avenue.
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Coury Heights presents its residents with the opportunity to live in New England cottages on peaceful streets while remaining less than 5 miles away from the bustling port city of New Bedford. “It’s a quiet neighborhood, but not at all out of the way,” says Lori Medeiros, a Realtor with Home and Key Real Estate who has served the area for 5 years. “People are close to shopping in Dartmouth and near the restaurants, hospitals and events in New Bedford. And nature is all around. People love to participate in water activities, like fishing, boating and swimming,” Medeiros says.
Situated north of New Bedford, the neighborhood’s homes sit on narrow streets arranged in a linear pattern. Some homes do not include driveways, so street parking is common. The roads do not have sidewalks, but many homes feature shaded, green front yards decorated with flowering shrubbery and backyards encircled by low picket fences. A range of architectural styles is represented in Coury Heights, including New England cottages, Colonial Revivals, ranches and two-family American Foursquares. Primarily built in the 1960s and 70s, homes start at $280,000 for a ranch and go up to $450,000 for a Colonial Revival or Foursquare.
Restoration abounds at The Sawmill, a former industrial lumber yard restored to a natural state by the Buzzards Bay Coalition. The park offers tranquil river views and shaded nature trails along the Acushnet River. Locals can jog on the trails or take a kayak or canoe on Mill Pond while watching wildlife like ospreys, ducks and frogs, all of which now thrive in this conservation area. Nature enthusiasts can visit the Hawes Family Learning Center to learn more about the river and conservation efforts. Nature conservation efforts don’t stop at The Sawmill; Fort Phoenix State Reservation and Nasketucket Bay State Reservation are both under 10 miles away and offer coastal views and nature trails.
Children can begin school at Acushnet Elementary, rated a B-plus by Niche, then move on to B-rated Albert F Ford Middle. Students are not zoned for a particular high school, but many choose B-rated Fairhaven High, which encourages student involvement through activities like Poetry & Creative Writing Club, Media Productions Club and World Language Club. High schoolers may also apply to attend B-rated Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High for technical training courses or B-rated Bristol County Agricultural High to participate in technical agricultural programs. Private religious schools and charter schools are also available.
Locals can stop by Trucchi’s Supermarket for groceries and other necessities. There are also plenty of options to support local farmers and small businesses at the year-round New Bedford Farmers Market or the Coastal Foodshed. Further small businesses, including antique shops and boutiques, are found in downtown New Bedford. Plus, “If people want to shop at a traditional mall, they’ll usually travel to Dartmouth Mall for a broader selection of stores,” says Medeiros.
To go out to eat, residents can stick close to the neighborhood or drive to New Bedford for more options. Casual eateries nearby include Dee’s Hot Dogs for Coney Island dogs or Holiday Bakery for sweet bread and Portuguese pastries. In New Bedford, The Black Whale offers harbor views and innovative, upscale seafood.
The Acushnet Public Library hosts seasonal events, like movie nights and story times for kids. Library card holders can check out free museum passes to museums like the New Bedford Whaling Museum to learn more about America’s No. 1 commercial fishing port. Downtown New Bedford hosts more events, like AHA! Night, which is a free arts and culture festival that happens every second Thursday of the month. Residents can enjoy local art every summer by walking around New Bedford’s waterfront for the Seaport Art Walk.
The neighborhood is car-dependent, and most residents use their own vehicles to run errands and go to neighboring cities. The Southern Regional Transit Authority has bus routes that operate throughout the Acushnet and New Bedford area, though the nearest bus stops are about half a mile from the neighborhood. The New Bedford Regional Airport offers convenient service to Massachusetts cities through Cape Air. New Bedford will also become part of MBTA’s commuter rail network when a T station opens in 2024.
Property Mix - Square Feet
Acushnet Has More Owners
Rental Home Trends
Number of Homes for Rent
1
Median Rent
$2,700
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,375
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,700
Demographics
Total Population
10,403
Median Age
46
Population under 18
20.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$84,039
Above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$106,662
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.6%
College Graduates
24.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
33''
Area Factors
Somewhat bikeable
Bikeability®
20/ 100
Somewhat walkable
Walkability®
20/ 100
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