Welcome home to a delightful 3 bed, 1 bath Cape offering 1,330sf of living space. Upon entering, you’re greeted by 8’ ceilings and refinished hardwoods throughout. A cozy living room leads you to an updated eat-in kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, a gas range, white shaker cabinets, granite countertops, and bright subway tile. Down the hall, you’ll find an updated full bathroom and two bedrooms. The master features a custom walk-in closet. Upstairs you will find a large bedroom with gleaming hardwood floors and bonus storage space. Stretching across the width of the home, you could use this space to create something special. Venture outside to the fenced backyard, complete with a shed, mature trees, and a deck, ideal for relaxation and entertaining. The exterior offers low-maintenance vinyl siding and convenient off-street parking. Nestled on a quiet street in a neighborhood minutes away from local restaurants, parks, and schools, this charming property awaits you!
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
5,702 sq ftLot Size
$314Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by The Platinum Group• Keller Williams South Watuppa
Bought with John Viveiros• Right Choice Real Estate
Many updates in this 2, possible 3 bedroom cottage on a quiet side street. The renovated eat-in kitchen includes ceramic tile floor, granite counter tops, new sink, new cabinets and stainless steel appliances including gas stove (less than 2 years old, to pass with sale). Most of the windows in this home have been replaced. Hardwood floors have been refinished. Full bath with newer vanity and new ceramic tile flooring. Large attic space has been renovated, recessed lighting, refinished hardwood floors, lots of storage, just needs heat, (already plumbed) would make perfect master bedroom or family room. Exterior is vinyl sided, new stairs in front of house, chimney has been repointed, off street parking, and fenced backyard with deck is perfect for kids/pets. FREE 1 year home warranty available.
MLS PIN #71838049
Jun 24, 2015
Sold
$135,000
$102/sq ft
May 18, 2015
Pending
—
May 15, 2015
Listed
$135,000
$102/sq ft
+13
Cute Cape with tons of potential in good neighborhood. Vinyl sided, off street parking, fenced in yard, furnace is 5 years old, bathroom has been completely renovated. NOT A SHORT SALE.
Public Records
Jul 12, 1982
Sold
$34,900
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,599 (+12.4%)
$86,000 + $207,300
$293,300
2022
$3,203 (+5.5%)
$81,900 + $171,900
$253,800
2021
$3,036 (+6.5%)
$77,900 + $141,600
$219,500
2020
$2,852 (+54.2%)
$76,700 + $120,700
$197,400
2019
$1,850 (−5.4%)
$73,900 + $53,000
$126,900
2018
$1,956 (+5.1%)
$80,000 + $53,800
$133,800
2017
$1,861 (−14.1%)
$76,300 + $56,600
$132,900
2016
$2,166 (+4.2%)
$81,200 + $77,700
$158,900
2015
$2,078 (+5.5%)
$81,200 + $77,700
$158,900
2014
$1,969 (+2.2%)
$78,800 + $77,700
$156,500
2013
$1,927 (+1.4%)
$83,800 + $77,700
$161,500
2012
$1,900 (+7.3%)
$91,200 + $81,800
$173,000
2011
$1,770 (−0.1%)
$91,200 + $81,800
$173,000
2010
$1,772 (+7.0%)
$112,600 + $83,400
$196,000
2009
$1,656
$118,200 + $87,300
$205,500
Tax history for 68 Congress St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,599 (+12.4%)
$86,000 + $207,300
$293,300
2022
$3,203 (+5.5%)
$81,900 + $171,900
$253,800
2021
$3,036 (+6.5%)
$77,900 + $141,600
$219,500
2020
$2,852 (+54.2%)
$76,700 + $120,700
$197,400
2019
$1,850 (−5.4%)
$73,900 + $53,000
$126,900
2018
$1,956 (+5.1%)
$80,000 + $53,800
$133,800
2017
$1,861 (−14.1%)
$76,300 + $56,600
$132,900
2016
$2,166 (+4.2%)
$81,200 + $77,700
$158,900
2015
$2,078 (+5.5%)
$81,200 + $77,700
$158,900
2014
$1,969 (+2.2%)
$78,800 + $77,700
$156,500
2013
$1,927 (+1.4%)
$83,800 + $77,700
$161,500
2012
$1,900 (+7.3%)
$91,200 + $81,800
$173,000
2011
$1,770 (−0.1%)
$91,200 + $81,800
$173,000
2010
$1,772 (+7.0%)
$112,600 + $83,400
$196,000
2009
$1,656
$118,200 + $87,300
$205,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
UnparsedAddress: 68 Congress St, Fall River MA 02721
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,330
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: —
County: Bristol County
APN: 2824962
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
William S Greene Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
3/10
Matthew J Kuss Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
2/10
B M C Durfee High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Fall River, MA • 02721
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$398,000 – $481,000
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