Rare opportunity to own a recently renovated home in a fantastic community and location with water views. Step inside to a bright, inviting interior featuring freshly painted walls and trim, beautifully refinished hardwood floors, and a stylish renovated bathroom with a new vanity. The updated kitchen is both functional and beautiful, offering new cabinetry, new tile flooring, updated counters, new appliances, and a butcher block breakfast peninsula where you can enjoy water views while preparing meals. Outdoors, enjoy a fully fenced yard with a large storage shed and above-ground pool, ideal for relaxing, entertaining, and summer gatherings. The low-maintenance exterior includes vinyl siding, replacement windows, and composite decking. Efficient natural gas heat adds comfort and value. Conveniently located near highway access, shopping, restaurants, and within walking distance to public access at Pearce Beach. This home blends comfort, updates, water views, and location seamlessly.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
6,970 sq ftLot Size
$412Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by The Jennifer Mello Team• The Mello Group, Inc.
Bought with Joe Sousa• Better Living Real Estate, LLC
Est. $2,539 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1553 Riverside Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73478937
Mar 27, 2026
Sold
$460,000
$412/sq ft
Feb 23, 2026
Contingent
—
Feb 19, 2026
Listed
$445,000
$399/sq ft
MLS PIN #71677868
Nov 12, 2014
Sold
$150,000
$134/sq ft
Jun 17, 2014
Contingent
—
May 8, 2014
Listed
$149,900
$134/sq ft
Nice starter home with trex deck and above ground pool and shed. The upper level is partially finished with great expansion potential. This is a foreclosed property being sold as-is where is. All offers must include a Pre-Approval and or proof of funds. Upon acceptance the P&S and Addendum must be signed and returned within 48 hrs or the asset will be returned to active status. Seller will not allow any changes to Addendum. Inspections to be completed prior to offer. Buyers to verify all info. Commission based on net sale price. Buyer responsible for smoke cert, final water, permits,and any other activities required to close escrow including but not limited to tax stamps and any other taxes. Seller has never occupied premises.
Waterfront Features: River, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,780
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Location
School Information
Elementary School: South Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Somerset Middle
Location Information
Directions: Near corner of Desmond and RIverside
UnparsedAddress: 1553 Riverside Ave, Somerset MA 02726
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,116
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Bristol County
APN: 2951658
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 19, 2023
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Chace Street Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi
7/10
Somerset Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
Somerset Berkley Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
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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 97° 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
Somerset, MA • 02726
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.9 hrs
4.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$481,000 – $582,000
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