West Island, 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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/ 0
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:
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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:
Land
PRICE:
$99,900
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West Island Lot available. Seller willing to perform due diligence to deem buildable by town, ie perc, etc. Nice opportunity to build yourself your summer or year round home.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$259,000
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West Island-Paradise Found!!! Enjoy all this picturesque seaside community, nestled in Buzzards Bay, has to offer. Adorable beach house, across the street from the ocean. Beautiful water views, ocean breezes, sunset celebrations...joys of Island life. Walk to the beach, head to the Marina, boat, bike, kayak, fish or hike the West Is. Reservation. A summer getaway just the way it is! Has great potential to expand/rebuild - this 18,000 sf. lot is connected to public water & sewer, w upland flagged
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$599,000
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WALKING DISTANCE TO BEACH AND MARINA WITH DEEDED WATER ACCESS. MASSIVE... 5 BEDROOM 4 BATH WITH 3 LEVELS OF LIVING SPACE. 2 CAR GARAGE, CELLAR WORKSPACE WITH IT'S OWN ENTRANCE AND DRIVEWAY, ABOVE GROUND POOL WITH OVERSIZED DECK. HUGE MASTER BEDROOM WITH LOFT, MASTER BATH AND IT'S OWN BALCONY. PLENTY OF SPACE FOR POTENTIAL IN-LAW. BEAUTIFUL FIELDSTONE FIREPLACE, GRANITE COUNTERS, LG BEDROOMS, MANY EXTRA TOUCHES....TOO MANY TO LIST, MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$249,000
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Charming 2 bedroom cottage located on beautiful West Island. This home offers move-in condition convenience with expansion potential on double, street-to-street lot. Recent updates include windows, flooring, kitchen and bath. Large deck overlooking partially-cleared terrain is perfect for summer family get-togethers. Walk to any one of five beaches on West Island. Home is connected to public water and sewer. Superb opportunity to own on Idyllic West Island.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$599,900
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Rarely offered beachfront developable land and cottage on idyllic West Island. Over 1 acre of waterfront land with 2 bedroom cottage, garage and studio. Enjoy vistas of passing boats, distant islands, and simply awe-inspiring sunsets from this truly unique property. Current cottage is connected to public utilities and offers a wonderful vacation home as is or expansion potential. Privacy, development potential and wonderful setting are all part of this unique property's allure.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$599,900
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Over one acre of waterfront land on idyllic West Island. Land currently has a 2 bedroom house, garage and studio. Lot is approved for one dwelling. Connections to water and sewer in place. Direct beachfront with offshore mooring. Sensational views from this unique parcel of land.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$219,000
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Enjoy West Island - Brand new roof, trim, power wash, & present owners renovated the entire inside when purchased, including new kitchen, walls, electric, gas fireplace, flooring. Minutes to the ocean, beach, boating, and has been used as a yr-round investment property, as well. Bead board, bright colors, and charm, make this a great property. Open, floor plan for entertaining, add to the many charms of this home. Enjoy nature's finest, with access to the 338-acre West Isl. State Reservation
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$459,000
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Absolutely stunning and perfectly situated West Island Cape. This home constructed in the 90s is replete with all the comforts including central AC, gas fireplace, wood flooring and lovely outdoor decks. The views from this home are amazing, stretching from East Fairhaven to the North and the Elizabeth Islands to the South. 2 car garage, professionally decorated interior and simply the most wonderful community around. Stay tuned for more photos and floor plans.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$325,000
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One of the few original Fairhaven Estates cottage model designs still standing and in excellent condition. This iconic home sits proudly on West Island and offers the homeowner sensational views of the bay, Wilbur's Point, breathtaking sunsets and starlit nights. Just a few steps from two beaches and a short walk to three more. This home features three bedrooms, a full bath and an outdoor shower. It has also been fitted with Central AC which is essential for good air quality and comfort.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$135,000
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Nice corner lot on well desired West Island. 18,000 sq ft. Buyer to do all due diligence to have lot deemed buildable. Seller has had wetland flagged. Awaiting documents. Variance needed from town for lot size. Water view from side street.
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