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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:
86
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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:
Condo
PRICE:
$249,800
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Spacious 2 Level 3 BR 2 Bath Townhouse Style Condo w/Deeded Off Street Parking, Beautiful Screened Porch & Fireplaced Living Room, Hardwood Floors, Nice Common Yard. Need at Least 24 Hours to Show.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$179,900
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Nice End Unit in Immaculate Condition! Ready for immediate occupancy. New furnace, new A/C unit, gas fireplace, all appliances to remain.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$299,000
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This elegant Colonial will capture your heart!Exquisite features incl fully stainless applianced kitchen w artful lighting & handsome granite counters,master bedroom w/built in powder area & stained glass window w/ walk-in closets,formal dining rm w/ mantel ,2 full bathrooms w/ beautiful wood vanities & pottery sinks, inground kidney shaped salt water pool, & pretty tan vinyl fencing.This picture perfect home is ideally located on a quiet street only steps to Fairhaven bike/walk path & village!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$96,000
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Three bedroom conventional style home near Livesey Park in Fairhaven. To be sold in as-is, as-seen condition. Preapproval letter required with all offers. Agents please see firm remarks & special showing instructions. Easy to show!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$129,900
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Replacement windows, large garage, handyman special. $129,900 (R238)
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$249,900
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Great Fairhaven location. Good size 3 bedroom Ranch with lovely master bath. Attached breezeway. 1 car garage. Good size lot. Low maintenance exterior. Subject to third party approval.
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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:
$110,000
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2 Bedroom bungalow with large room semi finished upstairs garage/shed and off street parking
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$229,900
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LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Center of town near bike path, school, beach, library, park, tennis courts, basketball courts, track, and more. Two yard areas, side and back, both fenced in. Den downstairs could be used as a bedroom. Front porch for those great rocking chairs while you relax reading a good book and morning coffee. Older kitchen charm remains with a modern flair. Sweet home that is waiting for you!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$129,000
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Nice curb appeal, off street parking, near bike path. Fairhaven Center. Needs updating!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$199,000
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Come live on the island. This 2 bedroom home located in Fairhaven's West Island is a mere short walk to the beach, fishing (including shell), and trails. This home offers a modern kitchen, a loft, and much more.
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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:
Condo
PRICE:
$259,700
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Easy Living at its BEST! Take a look at this beautiful townhouse with 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and plenty of space! Master suite consists of master bath w/ tub and shower, walk in closet. Family room and full bath on first level. Dining room, living room, kitchen, 1/2 bath and deck on second level. Built in 2005, ready to move in! One car garage! Wonderfully landscaped grounds.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$180,900
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Perfect starter home with newer heating system, some harwood floors. Some minor rehab is needed, No FHA unless 203K. $ 1000 with all offers, RECENT pre approval. Allow MINIMUM of 72 hours for a response to all offers. Seller will not dewinterize for inspections. All lender required repairs will be buyer responsibility after closing. Buyer isalso responsible for obtaining smoke certification.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$174,900
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Good starter home or for downsizing. Completely redone living room with hardwood floors. Kitchen and bath need updating. Mostly new windows. **Per seller request, no showings until May 18**.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$399,900
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Ft. Phoenix Area - this spectular totally renovated home offers hardwood floors, fireplaced living room, master bath, large kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances and center island, nice open floor plan plus a tastefully finished basement which includes office area, family room, laundry room, another bath and plenty of closets for storage. Enjoy your morning coffee under your covered patio and then take a walk to the beach - close to town amenities as well. Super location!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$227,900
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Large cape with hardwood floors on 1st floor. Full bath on 1st floor. Half bath on 2nd floor. Detached garage with entrance on Harding Road.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$229,900
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Sconticut Neck cottage, Nicely renovated, updated in and out: windows, siding, roof, baths, kitchen w/corian &stainless. Off street parking, large front porch, deck, fenced in yard w/storage barn. $229,900 (R206)
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$209,000
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Nice condo in Dana Farms, central air, newer kitchen, great condition, tennis courts, deck $209,000 (R215)
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