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253 Garden St Fall River — Photo 1 of 20

Recent Drop: $16,000

$445,000

$429,000

253 Garden St, Fall River, MA 02720

Fall River, MA 02720

Investor Analysis

Beds

Baths

SqFt

1,249

Style

Single Family

Built

1930

Open House Wednesday, September 23rd 5:30 - 6:30 PM! Welcome to 253 Garden Street, a charming and well-maintained cottage style home conveniently located between President Avenue and New Boston Road. This inviting 3-bedroom home offers beautiful character, including a welcoming staircase and leaded-glass window, comfortable living and dining spaces, a home office, and a fully applianced kitchen with breakfast bar. Outside, enjoy a private, level backyard and convenient off-street parking along with a storage shed. Extra peace of mind with the waterproof basement. Don’t miss your opportunity to see this one in person!

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Market Value Analysis

This Property

Size (SqFt) →Price →

This Property$343/sqft

Local Avg (Fall River)$302/sqft

14% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Fall River, MA.

Financials

Original Price$445,000

Annual Taxes$3,974

Parking

Garage0

Off-Street2

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms6

FireplacesNone

Flooring--

BasementFull, Interior Entry, Sump Pump

Climate & Utilities

HeatingSteam, Natural Gas

CoolingWindow Unit(s)

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--

Roof--

FoundationGranite

ZoningS

Property & Lot

Acres0.15

SqFt Lot6,630

Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater

Geography

Property History

Price Drop

$429,000

Was $429,900

Sep 22, 2026

MLS® 73568109

Price Drop

$429,900

Was $445,000

Sep 7, 2026

MLS® 73568109

Listed

$445,000

Aug 25, 2026

MLS® 73568109

Population

30,940

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$62K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

62.5%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Bristol County

1,079 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+41% vs the prior 12 months) — 501 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 625 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,249 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 6,630 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Full Fall River, MA market report ZIP 02720 market data

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Brian Raposo

Listing Office: Anchor Realty

MLS® Number: 73568109