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Acushnet-Pine Hill

Acushnet-Pine Hill

$452,607 Average Value
$380 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Quiet residential neighborhood near downtown New Bedford

Acushnet-Pine Hill is a quiet residential neighborhood that offers quick access to downtown New Bedford and the quiet South Coast of Massachusetts. “It’s a good area, and there’s lots to do,” Denise Plaskon, librarian at Lawler Library and longtime resident, says. “There’s a feeling of family and friendship. I know my neighbors by name, and I would never hesitate to ask them for help. Once, I was out shoveling snow and my neighbors came over to help me with it.”

Well-kept Cape Cods and Colonial Revivals

Most residential streets here are laid out on a grid, with homes on small lots behind narrow sidewalks. Houses feature simplistic details and traditional styles like Cape Cod and Colonial Revival. “They’re modest homes, by and large, but they’re well maintained,” Plaskon says. Three-bedroom houses most commonly range from the low- to mid- $400,000s.

A split level house with a wonderful view makes the Acushnet / Pine Hill neighborhood home.
A split level house with a wonderful view makes the Acushnet / Pine Hill neighborhood home.
A modest bungalow in the Acushnet / Pine Hill neighborhood has a garage and a cobblestone fence.
A modest bungalow in the Acushnet / Pine Hill neighborhood has a garage and a cobblestone fence.
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Dining at Cinderella's Kitchen and 6T5 Bar and Grille

Cinderella’s Kitchen is a go-to spot for breakfast food in the area, and 6T5 Bar and Grille serves American food and specialty drinks. This popular eatery regularly hosts live bands and events. For seafood, Plaskon recommends The Black Whale and Merril’s on the Waterfront: “New Bedford is one of the biggest fishing centers in the country. There’s so much fresh seafood here. You can’t beat it.” Residents also don’t have to go far for shopping. Locals can pick up groceries at Trucchi’s Supermarkets or Stop and Shop. In downtown New Bedford, just 4 miles away, there are a variety of local boutiques and shops for residents to explore.

Cinderella's Kitchen in the Acushnet / Pine Hill neighborhood has wonderful breakfast and lunch.
Cinderella's Kitchen in the Acushnet / Pine Hill neighborhood has wonderful breakfast and lunch.
The staff at Cinderella's Kitchen make any meal a delight in Acushnet / Pine Hill.
The staff at Cinderella's Kitchen make any meal a delight in Acushnet / Pine Hill.
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Brooklawn Park and Buttonwood Park Zoo offer family fun

Once the country estate of New Bedford Quaker Daniel Ricketson, Brooklawn Park now offers a variety of outdoor amenities, including a splash pad, playground, and softball and baseball fields. Four miles down the road is Buttonwood Park, where visitors enjoy the park’s walking trails and basketball courts. Families especially love exploring Buttonwood Park Zoo, which is accredited and recognized as “one of the finest small zoos” by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Locals looking for more secluded outdoor areas can hike and fish at the Acushnet Cedar Swamp State Reservation, just west of Route 140. Residents can also enjoy the fresh sea air at one of New Bedford’s public beaches, including East Beach and Fort Taber Beach, 7 miles south of the neighborhood.

The Buttonwood Park Zoo is a great draw and quite near the Acushnet / Pine Hill neighborhood.
The Buttonwood Park Zoo is a great draw and quite near the Acushnet / Pine Hill neighborhood.
Brooklawn Park is almost adjacent to the Acushnet / Pine Hill neighborhood and has many fields.
Brooklawn Park is almost adjacent to the Acushnet / Pine Hill neighborhood and has many fields.
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Close to major events like New Bedford Seaport Chowder Festival

Residents are never far from events and festivals, including live performances at the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center and celebrations like the New Bedford Seaport Chowder Festival. Locals can purchase fresh produce at the New Bedford Farmers Market in Buttonwood Park. The market hosts vendors of fresh, locally grown produce year-round: outdoors on Thursdays from June to October and indoors on Saturdays from November to May. The Buttonwood Park Zoo also hosts family-friendly events year-round, including summer camps, art classes and an annual bowling fundraiser.

Popular spot for commuters to New Bedford and Boston

Acushnet-Pine Hill is just east of Route 140. It’s 4 miles north of downtown New Bedford and about 54 miles south of Boston, making it a popular spot for commuters. The town of New Bedford is currently constructing a rail line connecting Church Street to Boston, and commuting from New Bedford to Boston via the new train will take about 90 minutes. Church Street station is expected to open to the public in 2024.

High schoolers have traditional and vocational options

Students in the area may attend Elwyn G. Campbell Elementary School and Normandin Middle School, which earned C-plus and C grades on Niche, respectively. Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School emphasizes both academics and job-preparedness for its students. Its Co-Op education program allows students to work jobs in their field of interest during school hours. The school earns an overall B grade from Niche. Other high schoolers in the neighborhood may attend New Bedford High School, which earns an overall B-minus grade from Niche.

The Elwyn G. Campbell Elementary School in New Bedford has a sprawling campus.
The Elwyn G. Campbell Elementary School in New Bedford has a sprawling campus.
Normandin Middle School is on the northern side of New Bedford and serves the community.
Normandin Middle School is on the northern side of New Bedford and serves the community.
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The New Bedford Hurricane Protection Barrier

Finished in 1966, the New Bedford Hurricane Protection Barrier protects the city from flooding when sea levels rise. It is the longest hurricane barrier on the East Coast. Although the last major hurricane it weathered was Hurricane Bob in 1991, the barrier occasionally closes during high tides and more common coastal storms.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Rhode Island Tf Green International

56 min drive

Bus

Ashley Blvd And York St

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Ashley Blvd And Oregon St

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Acushnet Ave And Marion St

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Lund's Corner

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Ashley Blvd And Dewey St

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Trucchis

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Ashley Blvd And Victoria St

Acushnet-Pine Hill Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$1,025,000
Median Sale Price
$885,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,800,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$120,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$433,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
14%
Last 12 months Home Sales
53
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
130%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$380

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,485
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1965
Months of Supply
0.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,419
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,255
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
861
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
440
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
7,695
Median Age
43
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$75,831
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$95,342

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
80.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
20.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.6%
% Population in Labor Force
67.8%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
33''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

27 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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