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Flint

Flint

Neighborhood in Fall River, Massachusetts

Bristol County 02721, 02723

$448,990 Average Value
$274 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Looking towards Flint's future

Flint was once considered a second downtown for Fall River, and it’s starting to rebuild its reputation as a town destination. “It's got its own community but hasn’t been given as much attention from the city,” says Patti Rego, executive director of Viva Fall River, a tourism website and visitors center for locals and travelers alike. "It’s a very walkable place with a lot of vacant, eye-level storefronts. It just needs a little love.” Art is used to uplift the neighborhood with colorful murals and crosswalks, and old buildings are being turned into housing. Flint’s strong sense of community dates back to when Fall River was an important town for the textile industry, and people came from all over the world in search of jobs, creating a diverse cultural tapestry. “You could have doctors and grocers working and living together,” says Caroline H. Aubin, the registrar and assistant site manager of the Fall River Historical Society. “They were neighbors who shared recipes.”

Historic textile mill buildings are part of the fabric of the Flint neighborhood.
Historic textile mill buildings are part of the fabric of the Flint neighborhood.
The Fall River Children's Museum is close to the Flint neighborhood and offers fun for all.
The Fall River Children's Museum is close to the Flint neighborhood and offers fun for all.
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Homes built in the early 1900s

Fall River’s ties to cotton mills also impact the area’s housing, tenement housing that is distinctly New England. “You see them in the northeast and don’t really pay attention to them. But you see them outside of the northeast,” Aubin says. Most properties were built between the 1900s and 1960s, with some newer options constructed as recently as 2023. Single-family homes range from $135,000 to $560,000. Multifamily homes sell for between $375,000 and $982,500, depending on the number of bedrooms. Like most cityscapes, houses sit close together, but there is good sidewalk and crosswalk coverage.

Narrow streets with triple-deckers make the Flint neighborhood a closely knit area.
Narrow streets with triple-deckers make the Flint neighborhood a closely knit area.
Renovated homes are a desirable find in the Flint neighborhood of Fall River.
Renovated homes are a desirable find in the Flint neighborhood of Fall River.
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Caldeiras Restaurant and Fall River's diverse cuisine scene

From Portuguese and Mexican to Haitian and Chinese, the neighborhood offers cuisines from around the world. "Food is definitely central to the culture in Fall River,” Rego says. Caldeiras Restaurant serves an authentic taste of Portugal. Flint also has multiple Lebanese bakeries to choose from, like Sam’s Bakery and Mario’s Bakery. The neighborhood’s northern border, Bedford Street, is lined with even more small shops, businesses and eateries. For groceries, Price Rite Marketplace of Fall River is within walking distance of some homes. Walmart is less than a mile away on the other side of Interstate 195. Flint Village Plaza is a small shopping center with a Walgreens.

Caldeiras Restaurant brings a refined Portuguese flair to the Flint neighborhood.
Caldeiras Restaurant brings a refined Portuguese flair to the Flint neighborhood.
The dining at Caldeiras Restaurant in the Flint neighborhood is second to none.
The dining at Caldeiras Restaurant in the Flint neighborhood is second to none.
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B.M.C Durfee High's bell tower

In the northern section of the neighborhood, students are zoned for Mary Fonseca Elementary, while those in the southern section go to Samuel Watson Elementary. Both schools receive C grades on Niche. Talbot Middle earns a C-minus, while B.M.C Durfee High has a B rating. Around 2,500 students started the 2021 school year in a new building reminiscent of Durfee’s original 1887 building. There is an official carillon in its bell tower, the nation’s only public school to have one. The other tower contains an observatory. Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School, which offers hands-on learning experience in programs like electricity and dental assisting, is another option for high schoolers.

B. M. C. Durfee High School is a Fall River mainstay with a new building.
B. M. C. Durfee High School is a Fall River mainstay with a new building.
Welcome to Mary Fonseca Elementary School in Downtown Fall River, Massachusetts.
Welcome to Mary Fonseca Elementary School in Downtown Fall River, Massachusetts.
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Exploring the Quequechan River Trail

The neighborhood has several green spaces, including Britland Park. “There’s an outdoor fitness park to create health equity so everyone can get fit,” Rego says. "It was decorated by a Fall River artist.” Travassos Park was renovated in 2016 with a new splash pad, playground and dek hockey rink. The Quequechan River Trail runs through Flint and Niagara neighborhoods and showcases public artwork. Eleven-acre Lafayette Park has an outdoor pool, tennis courts and a skate park. ”There’s at least one big event there a year, but definitely not as crowded as other parks in Fall River,” Rego says. Lastly, there are two more small green spaces: Dumont Field Park and Desmarais Playground Park.

The Quequechan River Rail Trail is a delightful park on teh southern border of Flint.
The Quequechan River Rail Trail is a delightful park on teh southern border of Flint.
The Watuppa Reservation's water pump house is a well-known sight from Route 24 in Flint.
The Watuppa Reservation's water pump house is a well-known sight from Route 24 in Flint.
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Transportation

Interstate 195 and Massachusetts Route 24 border Flint, while Eastern Avenue runs through it. There are bus stops along the major roads, “It’s very accessible via public transportation,” Rego says. Fall River is part of the South Coast Rail project, which seeks to connect southeastern Massachusetts to Boston through a commuter rail. The project is expected to be completed by spring 2025. The drive to Rhode Island Tf Green International Airport will take around 26 miles. Downtown Providence is about an 18-mile drive, while a trip to Boston will take around 52 miles. Flint’s crime score is 6 out of 10, slightly higher than the national average of 4.

Biking around the Flint neighborhood is often quicker than driving.
Biking around the Flint neighborhood is often quicker than driving.
Many busses course through the Flint neighborhood on their way to exotic destinations.
Many busses course through the Flint neighborhood on their way to exotic destinations.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Rhode Island Tf Green International

38 min drive

Bus

Pleasant St And Quequechan St

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Pleasant St And Sixteenth St

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County St And Eaton St

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Pleasant St And Eighteenth St

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Eastern Ave And Downing St

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Pleasant St And Fifteenth St

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Pleasant St And Roper St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Flint US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$390,000
Median Single Family Price
$390,000
Median Townhouse Price
$510,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$207,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$274
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
37
Months of Supply
1.60
Median List Price
$380,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,254
Median Year Built
1930
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,499
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,931
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
835
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662

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    153 Choate St, Fall River, MA 02723

    $629,900

    • 9 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 4,860 Sq Ft
    • 153 Choate St

    ALL SHOWINGS POSTPONED UNTIL 5/1/2025 First floor to be vacant at closing.Flint area, Flint pride!!! Maintenance free 3 Family on a corner lot with a large fenced in yard. Fruit trees and a garden space too. This home is great for making memories and building equity. All separate utilities. Clean units. 2nd floor has a 2nd bath with stand shower. The apartments have been updated with newer

    Danielle Soares Affordable Real Estate, Inc.

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
13,208
Median Age
38
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$34,818
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,344

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
74.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.6%
% Population in Labor Force
61.8%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
8''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

90 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

35 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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