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The Town of Dartmouth is unusual in exemplifying from its earliest history the tension between the established Calvinist Puritan religion and those who wished to worship in their own way. In 1652, Massasoit, Chief Sachem of the Wampanoag Federation, sold the land covering Dartmouth and 4 other present towns, to elders of the Plymouth Colony, including Miles Standish, John Alden, and Governor William Bradford. These early real estate speculators then sold the land off in smaller parcels, primarily to religious dissidents, Quakers and Baptists, who were seeking refuge on what was then the frontier from the religious persecutions being launched both by the Massachusetts Bay and Plymouth Bay Colonies.
The town, named after an English port, was incorporated in 1664 but refused consistently to pay the "minister's tax" which was levied on all communities to support Puritan clergy. The community grew quickly, attracting many who disagreed with the establishment and many more who sought work in agriculture, saltmaking or fishing, including a significant number of Portuguese immigrants.
Dartmouth has remained through most of its history a rural agricultural community but began adopting a summer residential and resort character in the 19th century as wealthy and near-wealthy city dwellers from New Bedford built and purchased vacation homes. Although Dartmouth is now primarily a suburban bedroom community, the town came into the 20th century with significant portions of its historic character intact; there is still farming in Dartmouth, still a strong vacation component and still a wide diversity in religious beliefs. T
he construction of Southern Massachusetts University in the 1960's accelerated the town's growth in residential development. Areas of Dartmouth are rich in colonial, Federal and Greek revival architecture and some rural areas are left, although under pressure from housing development. Residents are proud of the fact that in Dartmouth the past and present co-exist: the past in its farms, churches, villages and scenic rural roads and the present in Route 6 commercial development, the North Dartmouth Mall and emerging industrial policies.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
110 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
132 |
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8th Grade Math: |
90 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
97 |
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8th Grade Science: |
116 |
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4th Grade Math: |
135 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
142 |
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Spending/Student:
$7,146
Average SAT scores:
1635
Student/Teacher Ratios:
15.7 to 1
Community
Population:31,241 Median Income in town: $65,610 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 35.4 / 1,000
Violent: 2.5 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
195
/ 18
/ 2
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $247,500
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $337,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -36%
Avg single family tax bill:
$2,832
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
N/A
Subway info:
N/A
Bus lines:
N/A
Miles to Boston:
61
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
69
Rail time to Boston:
N/A
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$369,900
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over sized split level with ground level access to back yard with full length cement patio with attached storage shed totally new energy star windows and doors cedar impressions siding and roof all replaced in 2009. Property consists of 8 total rooms 3 bedrooms, master with bathroom and french doors leading out to a 20X16 trek deck over looking back yard.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$430,000
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Wonderful 3 bedroom cape situated on a lovely cul de sac. Enjoy your time relaxing in the beautiful bright light family room, with sliders to a large deck overlooking the private, wooded backyard. Nice open kitchen, dining area which leads into the family room. Lovely living room with fireplace, wood floors and sliders to the deck as well. This home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, central vac, sprinkler system, 2 car garage and a terrific finished Walkout basement. You can move right in!!!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$749,900
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Custom built Southern colonial. Stunning home featuring soaring ceilings, old growth walnut floors, bathrooms with 24K gold fixtures and marble flooring with sinks imported from Spain and France. Kitchen offers granite counters. walnut floors, brick oven, Wood Mode cabinetry. Surround sound & intercom throughout home. Heated gunite in-ground pool and 1/2 basketball court on a very private 2.87 acre lot on dead end street with water access. Truly a must see, with too many details to mention.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$2,600,000
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One of Dartmouth's prime parcels! This 24-acre property features road frontage, utilities, and a tremendous view of New Bedford. Located in a growing area of professional and medical facilities, this property is zoned limited industrial. Could also be well-suited for manufacturing or warehousing. Property also has a 4 bedroom Antique Colonial home and several garages.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$359,900
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This Gambrel is spacious and in move-in condition! Many beautiful fans and light fixtures throughout. This property has an alarm system and a professionally landscaped lot. The Title V will be taken care of by Seller.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$237,500
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Calling all first time buyers! Beautiful Raised Ranch located on EXCELLENT location. Not much to do here. Large Bedrooms, Hardwood Floors, Finished Basement. Move right in! This will NOT LAST! GORGEOUS HOME HERE. Property is being SOLD AS-IS, WHERE-IS Condition. Seller Addendum to be signed with purchase and sales agreement. NO LB CODES WILL BE GIVEN OVER THE PHONE OR VIA EMAIL. ALL AGENTS MUST SEE ATTACHMENT WHEN SENDING OFFERS!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$209,900
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Surrounded by acres of farmland MOOOO! and woodlands(photo of your neighbors included),spacious open floorplan 3 bedroom ranch is complimented by many recent improvements and updates. Sizeable home offers endless possibilities Located near Reed Rd./Copicut Road, ideal location not far from highways yet far away from the citylife! New septic, siding, fully applianced kitchen, wood floors, carpeting, interior sheetrocking & painting & electric. Open House Sat. 5/26 11 to 12:3
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$244,900
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Seller has never occupied the property and Buyers or their agents should do their due diligence. House may need a 203K loan. Could be a great value in a great location. Some areas of the house down to studs..Lender may assist with needed renovations or buyers can buy property in "AS IS" condition.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$639,000
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Welcome Home. Beautifully renovated Cape style home located on a private street. New, New, New...kitchen,baths, studio above the garage, storage shed, central a/c, laundry area, integrated sound system, master suite, replacement of cedar siding, generator, plumbing and electrical upgrades, expanded mahogany 550 sq/ ft. deck ....etc. Large gourmet kitchen opens to DR and FP LR....sliders to mahogany deck and beautiful gardens with regraded backyard. Walk to Village, NBYC and the beach
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$489,000
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North Dartmouth: Gorgeous 4 bedroom Colonial with 3 full baths, custom kitchen with granite counters.Quality workmanship throughout, very private location close to all amenities, Finished basement for recreation. Professionally landscaped grounds, irrigation system. Private dead end street, yet close to the park, shopping and easy highway excess.(784)
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$649,000
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Wonderful Padanaram location. Mature landscaping w/trees, bushes, perennial flower gardens and stonewalls. Wood flooring. Front to back living room w/center fireplace and sliders leading to private backyard deck. Master bedroom suite. First floor office (possible bedroom). Large 42 x 8 deck. 2 car attached garage w/stairway leading to basement. Walk to yacht club, restaurants, shops and waterfront. 3 buildable lots in back of home for sale $300,000. per lot, call for plot plan of home and lots
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$399,000
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First Ad! Charming cape home in the heart of Padanaram Village. This sunny home offers a fireplaced living room, quaint dining room with built-in cabinets, white-washed kitchen, hardwood floors, 3 bedrooms and 2 updated bathrooms, first-floor den/office/family room and mud room with attached 2-car garage. Deeded beach rights to Stoneledge Beach! Stone walls, perennials and spacious yard make this a perfect starter home for a young family or manageable size for those looking to downsize.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$249,900
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Fully renovated 4 bedroom 1-1/2 bath Ranch.The main bath has wonderful tiles thru out with a pedestal sink. The kitchen is very spacious with plenty of storage and counter space and tiled floor.Large living room with seperate dining area. The Master bedroom has a 1/2 bath. Bedroom room three has built in knotty pine book shelf.This Ranch has plenty of knotty pine and all new 6 panel pine doors. All windows were replaced with low E argon filled tilt in vinyl replacement windows.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$255,000
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This is a beautiful 3 Bedroom Ranch home with recent updates. New Roof, Windows, Vinyl, and New Garage Door and Opener. Located in a nice, quiet neighborhood. Beautifully landscaped yard with small garden area. A Must See!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$2,595,000
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You'll love this beautiful ocean front property offering a 2-story Colonial home in Mishaum Point. Features include 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, classic dining room sophisticated living room with gleaming hardwood floors, two mirror image master suites with balconies overlooking Buzzards Bay. The sunny gourmet kitchen offers all commerical Wolf & Sub-Zero appliances, marble countertops, breakfast area, built in hutch w/separate casual morning room w/fireplace.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$349,000
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Just steps from the inner harbor is this charming 3 bedroom 2 bath Cape style home with 2-car detached garage & separate Cottage perfect for office/playhouse. Living room with fireplace open to dining room with bay window, kitchen with access to back deck & sun space, 1st floor bedroom, 1st floor laundry room, den with built-ins. Two bedrooms & full bath up. Finished room in basement with fireplace. Replacement windows. Detached 2-car garage.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$279,000
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Location....location. South Dartmouth....Charming cape on a private street has an eat-in kitchen,fireplaced livingroom, first floor bedroom and den and two large bedrooms on the second level. A large sunroom with access to backyard for easy entertaining. Call for a showing.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$224,900
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Located in Highbridge Farm Estates: One of South Dartmouth's most desirable mature subdivisions; 2 miles to Padanaram Harbor and dartmouth High School; 5 miles to Round Hill beach. First lot on the left. Only 2 lots remain on this private 9 lot subdivision. Motivated seller. Offers encouraged. Special pricing for developer or investor to buy the 2 remaining lots. Perc tests on file were done in 1997; seller is responsible to provide an updated letter of compliance from the Town.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$229,900
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Located in Highbridge Farm Estates: One of South Dartmouth's most desirable mature subdivisions; 2 miles to Padanaram Harbor and dartmouth High School; 5 miles to Round Hill beach. Third lot on the left at cul-de-sac. Only 2 lots remain on this private 9 lot subdivision. Motivated seller. Offers encouraged. Special pricing for developer or investor to buy the 2 remaining lots. Perc tests on file were done in 1997,seller is responsible to provide an updated letter of compliance from the Town.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$785,000
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Excellent Street Visibility on Route 6! Existing or redevelopment use. 2.32 acres of land; 3,431 sf Office/Garage, Storage, Single Family home. Traffic count 20,000+ with median vehicle turn point (East/West) at Site?s main entrance. Immediate to Walmart, BJ's, Home Depot, Dick's Sporting Goods, major restaurant chains, auto dealerships and UMASS Dartmouth (9,500 student population).
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