Sconticut Neck, Fairhaven
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The Town of Fairhaven is a suburban/fishing/resort community on Buzzard's Bay. The town suffered both material damage and loss of life during the raids and battles of King Philip's war and significant settlement took place only after the war. Until the middle of the 18th century, the town's economy was agricultural. Beyond that point there is a shift toward maritime activities such as shipbuilding, whaling and foreign trade focussing on the town's wharves.
By 1838, Fairhaven was the second busiest whaling port in the country and at its peak the town boasted 46 ships and 1,324 men engaged in bringing back over $600,000 worth of whale products annually. Discovery of oil in Pennsylvania coming on the heels of a national depression ended whaling and the town turned to such industries as tack making. In 1903, the American Tack Company's new plant was said to be the largest and best tack mill in the world. Prominent Fairhaven resident Henry Huttleston Rogers went to Pennsylvania to learn about the oil industry and after making himself an oil millionaire, Rogers re-made his home town. He donated the town hall, library, church, schools, streets and water system. The buildings make up the state's finest collection of public buildings, almost all designed by Boston architect Charles Brigham.
he community began taking on the character of a suburban town in the late 1870's when the street railway connected Fairhaven to New Bedford. At the same time Fairhaven began to develop as a summer resort area with significant rural areas still the site of working farms.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
70 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
86 |
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8th Grade Math: |
148 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
162 |
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8th Grade Science: |
128 |
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4th Grade Math: |
180 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
143 |
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Spending/Student:
$7,291
Average SAT scores:
1517
Student/Teacher Ratios:
13.5 to 1
Community
Population:16,124 Median Income in town: $53,914 Population Density:
(people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 34.5 / 1,000
Violent: 8.2 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
7
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Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $208,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $274,500
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -32%
Avg single family tax bill:
$2,307
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
N/A
Subway info:
N/A
Bus lines:
N/A
Miles to Boston:
60
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
66
Rail time to Boston:
N/A
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$245,000
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VERY MOTIVATED SELLER;Atten.Nature Lovers; if you are thinking of buying a home,this one's for you; step out of the front door and a spectacular natural scene presents itself- a beautiful marsh land dotted with osprey nests, said to be occupied every year; a bird watcher's paradise, graced by all of the shore birds common to the area;- recently many came to watch a snowy owl that took up residence; the pristine shore line adds to this natural wonderland, striper fishing, cookouts in the summer.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$194,500
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Good location on Sconticut Neck- 3-4 bedrooms- some newer kitchen cabinets- full basement-large fenced lot with storage shed and a deck- Off street parking
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$814,900
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Fabulous custom built contemporary looks like a home in Coastal Living magazine!Waterviews,heated ingr pool & hot tub,sprinklered prof.landscaped yd ! Elegant,spacious & beautifully designed w/ an eye to subtle detail! Open fl. plan w/cath.ceilings,gourmet kitchen,gas fp,cen. air, master suite on 1st fl.w outstanding subway tile bath,sep.living area on ground level,4 car gar.!Steps to beach!Whether you are entertaining 50 friends or relaxing w/ the family,this home fits the bill! Relax & Enjoy!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$339,000
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Waterviews, Spectacular Sunsets & Cool Ocean Breezes from the two decks of this amazing home! Beautifully renovated! Open floor plan, Stainless Steel applianced kitchen, media room, Living Room w/ FP, Master BR w/ Jacuzzi tub. New floors, electric, plumbing, siding & heating. Steps to two beaches. Close to shopping & easy highway access. Must see!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$685,000
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FANTASTIC WATERFRONT HOME WITH BEAUTIFUL SUNSETS AND JUST STEPS TO THE WATER. OVER 4000 SQ. FT. OF LIVING AREA WITH 4 BEDROOMS AND 2 1/2 BATHS, 2 CAR GARAGE, AND CENTRAL AIR. ENJOY YOUR OWN LITTLE BEACH AND A WIDE OPEN FLOOR PLAN. THREE OF THE BEDROOMS HAVE PHENOMENAL WATERVIEWS FACING WEST. ONE OF THE BEST WATERFRONT HOMES ON THE MARKET !!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$109,900
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Property may be approved for HomePath Renovation Mortgage, purchase this property for as little as 3% down. Home sold AS IS, It is strongly encouraged that an offer includes proof of funds (if cash offer) or pre-approval (if financing) and is a requirement for seller's final acceptance. MUST SEE ATTACHED FORMS. Sconticut Neck cottage in need of finish work, first floor is down to the studs so you can truly customize this property.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$299,000
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Priced below town assessment. Wide sandy beach with westerly sunset views! Great direct waterfront lot with town utilites! Opportunity to moor boat infront of your own little beach home. Great potential to expand or site a modular home.
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