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Father Kelly's industrious past
An industrial section of Fall River, Father Kelly is a more established neighborhood dating back to the town’s textile past. “That whole part of the Southend and the whole of Fall River was very diverse in the 1830s and 1850s, with a lot of people coming in to find jobs. There was a huge boom of cotton textile mills, and they needed people to work them,” says Caroline H. Aubin, the registrar and assistant site manager of the Fall River Historical Society. While Father Kelly still holds a lot of history, it is changing as new residents move in. “Traditionally, Father Kelly is a Polish neighborhood, so there’s a lot of families who have been there for a while, but there’s a new influx of young families coming in,” says Patti Rego, executive director of Viva Fall River, a tourism website and visitors center for locals and travelers alike.
Textile mills were once a proud employer in the Father Kelley neighborhood.
The Father Kelley neighborhood is densely populated and has gridded and angular streets.
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Old mills taking on new lives
Father Kelly’s housing landscape is slowly starting to change. “Old mills have been taken down, and luxury houses have been put up,” Rego says. There is some new construction from 2022 and 2023, but there are still traces of Fall River’s textile past in homes dating back to the early 1900s. “The house I grew up in was a single-family home surrounded by tenements because it was the mill supervisor's house,” Aubin says. Single-family homes sell for between $245,000 and $538,000. Multifamily homes range from $385,000 to $830,000, often depending on the condition and number of bedrooms. There are a few condos in the neighborhood hovering around $215,000 to $359,000. Properties sit neatly packed in tight grids, with some yards bigger than others.
King Philip Lofts is a dramatic rehabilitation of an old mill building in Father Kelley.
Businesses and housing throughout the Father Kelley neighborhood are harmoniously blended.
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Fishing and boating at Cook Pond
Father Kelly Park, sometimes called Kelly Park, is a 5-acre green space with a softball field. Thomas Chew Field is just below the park and includes a basketball court. At 158 acres, Cook Pond takes up a large portion of the neighborhood. Residents can fish at the pier or launch their boats into the water. "It’s been cleaned up, and it’s still a big focus for environmental groups,” Rego says. "Cook Pond is likely going to become a recreational destination at some point, while it was seen as a dumping ground.”
Cook Pond has an elegant fishing and boating area in teh Father Kelley neighborhood.
The Father Kelley neighborhood sits athwart Cook Pond in southern Fall River.
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Patti’s Pierogis on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
The town has a diverse culinary scene, and some of Rego’s favorites are in Father Kelly. “People know Fall River for Portuguese restaurants, but that’s changing,” she says. Patti’s Pierogis is a casual Polish restaurant that Guy Fieri once visited on his show Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. With a recipe straight from England, Hartley's Original Pork Pies was established in 1900 and is the oldest fast food in Fall River. Amaral's Central Market is a neighborhood grocery spot with imports from Portugal. Fall River Shopping Center has chain restaurants and a Burlington Coat factory. One block over, there’s a Stop & Shop grocer.
Patti's Pierogis is a Father Kelley neighborhood institution known across the world.
Patti's Pierogis is a great place to enjoy delightful pierogis and drinks in Father Kelley.
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Durfee High's culinary program
The western half of the neighborhood is zoned for Carlton Viveiros Elementary and Matthew J. Kuss Middle, both of which earn a C-plus on Niche. The eastern half and a portion of the southern side are zoned for C-rated Henry Lord Community School, which serves Kindergarten through Grade 8. The whole of the neighborhood attends B. M. C. Durfee High, receiving a B grade. Durfee High's new 2021 building is more similar to a college campus, with gathering spaces and courtyards. Culinary arts and cosmetology students work in restaurant and salon storefront-style spaces.
BMC Durfee High School is where teens may attend high school in Fall River.
B. M. C. Durfee High School is a Fall River mainstay with a new building.
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Unique finds at Globe Flea Market
The Father Kelly Neighborhood Association meets once a month. Father Kelly Park is one of the rotating outdoor spaces hosting the Summer Evenings in the Park event. Fall River residents celebrate the summer season with live music and food. Globe Flea Market started over 30 years ago and is open every weekend from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It offers electronics, clothing, antiques and more.
The South Coast Rail project will connect Fall River to Boston
Father Kelly is a walkable neighborhood bordering Main Street. "It’s near the Globe Four Corners, where five places intersect to one; it's the beginning of the true Southend,” Rego says. The South Coast Rail project, expected to be completed by Spring 2025, will connect Fall River and southeastern Massachusetts to Boston through a commuter rail. The Southeastern Regional Transit Authority runs buses throughout the neighborhood. Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport is around 25 miles from Father Kelly. Commuters can reach Downtown Providence in about 19 miles, but commuting to Boston will take around 52 miles. Father Kelly has a crime score of 5 out of 10, slightly higher than the national average of 4.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Father Kelly Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Father Kelly, Fall River sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Father Kelly, Fall River over the last 12 months is $380,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Cash flowing 6-family in the South End of Fall River. All tenants, besides one, are tenants at will at below market rents. Property has coin-op laundry and back yard. All six units have lead certificates. Newer hip roof with transferrable warranty. Units are all in good condition with more recent water heaters and a new heating system in unit 1N. To be sold with MLS #73467252 1846 South Main
Joellen SasvilleNortheastern Property Management and Realty
This beautiful new construction is located in King Philip Estates and features gorgeous hardwood flooring throughout. A complete stainless steel kitchen appliance package, quartz counter tops & the large center island are just gorgeous! This home also offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, AC, landscaping and off street parking to add to your enjoyment.
This 2 bedroom Cottage offers a large corner lot with a 2 car garage and additional off street parking for 3 cars. South End location minutes to shopping, highways, and Tiverton, RI. 2 additional rooms in the attic and a recently added office in the lower level! Seller has added fencing, fresh paint, lighting, and more! Incredible value!
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Discover this spacious 2-level, 3-bedroom apartment available for rent, offering a modern layout with a freshly painted interior and vinyl flooring for easy upkeep. The apartment includes a full bathroom, a refrigerator, and hookups for a washer and dryer, with a dishwasher to be installed. Perfectly situated near shopping centers and major highways for effortless commuting.The owner pays
Property Id: 2368116Fall River, MA This 2BR, 3rd floor apartment features hardwood floors, fresh paint, ceiling fans & closet spaceElectric baseboard heatLocated in the south end near Father Kelly ParkNo pets / No smoking $1,430/mo First, Last Month's Rent & Security Deposit due at move-in ($4,290) Available for immediate occupancy; subject to an approved
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This nice 1 Bedroom 1 Bath place in the Fall River area is available for Now. Included Features are: Common, and Laundry in Common Area.Boston Pads is not responsible for any errors, omissions and change in price, prior sale, rent and withdrawal without notice. All information from sources reliable but not guaranteed. Photographs, videos, description and information about the properties
WELCOME NEW TO THE MARKET! NICE FIRST FLOOR GREAT LOCATION! SOUTH END AT GLOBE STREET ACROSS FROM FATHER KELLY PARK floor unit # 1 IMMACULATE EFFICIENT Clean bright quiet GLEAMING hardwoods NO PETS NO SMOKING PRIVATE intercom system- plenty of outside lighting ASSIGNED off street park for one convenient IN SUITE laundry area ENOURMOUS bathroom available now first, and security $1700.00 no pets NO
Property Id: 2354572This bright and freshly updated 3rd floor 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and modern style. Enjoy brand new appliances, new flooring, fresh paint, and updated lighting that create a clean, inviting atmosphere throughout the home. The unit also features a generous amount of storage space, making everyday living easy and
Welcome to townhouse living! Unit B offers a newly renovated 2-bedroom, 1.5 bath layout. The unit features a full kitchen with an island, stainless steel appliances, and quartz countertops. LVP flooring runs throughout, with beautifully titled bathrooms. Washer/Dryer hookup available in unit. Two off- street parking spaces are included with the unit.
Now available in the South End: a bright and well-maintained 2nd and 3rd floor, 2-bedroom townhouse style with 1.5 baths and a comfortable eat-in kitchen. This home offers a convenient location and immediate availability.Please note: no pets and no basement storage.Section 8 is welcome. First and last month's rent required for move-in.
This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers an inviting open floor plan that seamlessly connects the living room with the kitchen, creating a bright and spacious atmosphere perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Flooring flows throughout the entire space, adding a clean, modern touch. Conveniently located near shopping centers, you'll find everything you need just minutes away. Easy access to
Beautifully maintained apartment available for rent on March 1st. Three large bedrooms with refinished hardwood flooring and like new woodwork throughout this impeccably maintained 3- family south end home. Just steps from the new Viveiros elementary school and the Taunton River. Tenant responsible for electric and gas. Coin operated washer and dryer in the basement. Excellent credit and
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