Why Live in Upper Acushnet
Upper Acushnet is a spacious suburb situated beside the Acushnet River and near the recreational and dining options of Buzzards Bay in Bristol County. This neighborhood features a mix of split-level Georgian, traditional-style Craftsman, and colonial homes, many with attached garages and large grassy lawns. Most homes were built post-World War II, with newer constructions available in areas like Reservation Road. The local school system, Acushnet Public Schools, includes Albert Ford Middle, which is highly rated.
Residents enjoy numerous green spaces, including LaPalme Farm, a 50-acre nature preserve with trails leading to the Acushnet River, and Pope Park, which features a playground, basketball court, and baseball diamond. The Acushnet River Valley Golf Club, a championship course with a bar and restaurant, is another local highlight. Dining options include the local dive Seafood Hut and Rochelle’s Restaurant, offering a variety of meals throughout the day. For groceries, Trucchi’s Supermarkets New Bedford and a retail park with Savers, Stop & Shop, and Dollar Tree are nearby.
The Acushnet Public Library provides digital resources and passes to local attractions. Upper Acushnet’s accessibility is notable, with MA-140 just three miles west, offering routes to New Bedford and beyond, and Cape Cod a 30-mile drive east on Interstate 195.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Upper Acushnet a good place to live?
Upper Acushnet is a good place to live. Upper Acushnet is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Upper Acushnet is a suburban neighborhood. Upper Acushnet has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.7 people per acre and a median age of 45. The average household income is $101,613 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 18.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Upper Acushnet are home owners, with 16.6% of residents renting and 83.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Upper Acushnet can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Upper Acushnet neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Upper Acushnet?
The median home price in Upper Acushnet is $545,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $109,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.17%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,660 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $114K a year to afford the median home price in Upper Acushnet. The average household income in Upper Acushnet is $102K.
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Home Trends in Upper Acushnet, MA
On average, homes in Upper Acushnet, Mattapoisett sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Upper Acushnet, Mattapoisett over the last 12 months is $520,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$520,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$556,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$314
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median List Price
$545,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%