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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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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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4
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 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Father Kelly, Fall River over the last 12 months is $380,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Welcome to an incredible opportunity! Perfect for investors or owner-occupants, this well-kept multi-family home offers space, updates, and strong income potential. The newly renovated second-floor unit features fresh flooring, recessed lighting, three king-sized bedrooms, a full kitchen, and excellent closet space. A brand-new heating system adds peace of mind. The first floor includes two
WOW 6 family property completely renovated in 2013 (including plumbing, heating, electrical roof, etc). 2-3 bedrooms in 3 of the units and 1-2 in the remaining 3 units. All units have separate heating systems. (3 are 5 years old, 1 is 13 years old). Each units electrical is separately metered with 100 AMP breakers in each apartment. Property equipped with a full sprinkler system (sprinklers in
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Fully occupied 6-unit investment opportunity at 444 Center St in Fall River generating $88,200 in annual gross income. The property features a well-balanced unit mix of three 2-bedroom/1-bath units and three 1-bedroom/1-bath units, offering broad rental appeal and consistent occupancy. Current financials support an ~8+ cap on in-place income, with clear value-add potential through strategic
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26 Clement Street is a strong value add 6-unit investment opportunity in a rapidly growing market. The asset offers solid in-place income with clear upside through rent growth, positioning investors to push pro forma rents well above $10,000/month. The property features ample off-street parking. With rents currently below market, there is immediate upside through lease-up and repositioning.
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King Philip Lofts is now leasing! Offering stylish 1, 2- and 3-bedroom apartments situated on Cook Pond in Fall River, MA. Every apartment showcases gleaming granite countertops, sleek stainless-steel appliances, oversized windows, hardwood floors, in-unit washer and dryer, most with water views of Mount Hope Bay and Cook Pond!Our community offers a fully-equipped fitness center,
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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
This Charming 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom is Now Available and is Placed on the Third Floor of a Privately, Well-Managed Multifamily in Fall River. Natural Hardwood Floors are Graced Throughout the Space Including Inside Two Twin Size Bedrooms Each Equipped with Individual Closets, and Inside a Sunny Living Room with Exposed Faux Brick, Plus Large Closet. A Thoughtfully-Placed Vanity Room with Grand
Newly renovated 2 bedroom second floor apartment available for rent now. It has a brand new bathroom, baseboard heating throughout the unit, and a spacious kitchen with a pantry. New flooring throughout the apartment as-well as fans in each bedroom. There is parking in the rear of building for one car and 2 coin op washers and dryers in the basement. This is a quiet and well maintained three
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SHOWINGS AVAILABLE!DESCRIPTION: Spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath apartment at 139 Oliver St Apt 1 in Fall River offers comfortable living with bright interiors and practical layout, perfect for families or roommates. Enjoy added value with water and sewer utilities included, helping you save on monthly costs. Conveniently located near local shops, dining, and public transit, with easy access to
Spacious and well maintained second floor 3-bedroom apartment filled with natural sunlight, offering a bright and inviting living space. Features a modern, updated kitchen and bathroom with newer appliances. Hardwood flooring throughout enhances the home's character complemented by generous closet space for ample storage. Enjoy year round comfort with central heating and air conditioning.
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