216 Prospect St, Fall River MA 02720
Fall River, MA 02720
$1,000,000
$949,000
Est. $5,565/month
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About this home
The seller is actively seeking offers and is willing to consider owner financing for well-qualified buyers. Rich in Fall River history, this grand property at 216 Prospect Street was once owned by Charlie Buffinton, the first famous professional baseball player to emerge from the city. Rich in character and filled with potential, the home is currently configured as a four-family residence but also presents a unique opportunity to be restored to an impressive single-family estate. The first-floor unit, ideal for an owner-occupant, offers approximately 1,800 square feet of living space and showcases many of the home’s original architectural details. It features a spacious kitchen, formal dining room, elegant living room with beautiful leaded-glass accents, two bedrooms, and two full bathrooms. Situated on a prominent corner lot, the property also offers a detached two-car garage, ample off-street parking, and space to create a future patio or outdoor entertaining area. Whether you envision restoring a historic single-family estate, occupying one unit while generating rental income, or expanding your investment portfolio, this distinctive property could be your home run.
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Property History
Market Insights
2
Price Changes
5.1%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Aug 11, 2026
$949,000
$1,000
(-0.11%)
From $950,000 to $949,000 (-0.1%)
Price Reduced
Jul 28, 2026
$950,000
$50,000
(-5%)
From $1,000,000 to $950,000 (-5.0%)
Listed for Sale
Jun 8, 2026
$1,000,000
Original listing
Agent: Brendan Roberts
Office: Roberts Associates Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/11/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $949,000 | $1,000 | - | From $950,000 to $949,000 (-0.1%) |
| 07/28/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $950,000 | $50,000 | - | From $1,000,000 to $950,000 (-5.0%) |
| 06/08/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,000,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,798 | $593,700 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,798
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$593,700
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
4 Family - 4 Units Up/Down
Year Built
1883
Living Area
3,452 sq ft
Lot Size
0.27 acres
Stories
4
Bedrooms
7
Full Baths
5
Total Rooms
16
Investment Metrics
Units
4
Unit 1 Rent
$1,350/mo · N
Unit 2 Rent
$1,350/mo · N
Unit 3 Rent
$750/mo · N
Unit 4 Rent
$1,350/mo · N
Total Monthly Rent
$4,800/mo
Gross Income
$57,600
Net Operating Income
$57,600
Cap Rate
6.07%
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry
None
Features
Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,798
Assessed Value
$593,700
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
1 Commercial Hot Water Tank (tank Is A Rental) For The Building. 1 Heating System For The Building. Home Is Located In Historical District. Fireplaces Do Not Function. All Units Are Month-to-month.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Seller W/participate
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Yellow
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Bristol
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
71 days
Property Overview
Property Type
4 Family - 4 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1883
Bedrooms
7
Full Bathrooms
5
Living Area
3,452 sq ft
Total Rooms
16
Stories
4
Levels
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
3,452 sq ft above grade
0 sq ft below grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1883
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone, Granite
Stories:
4
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Corner Lot, Level
Road Frontage:
113.00 ft
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
Nearby Schools
School District
Fall River School District local
C-
School Safety
2024-25
8.4%
Above Average
8.4%
Suspensions
2.1%
In-School
2.9% above state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Antioch School
< 0.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Holy Name School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Michael School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
John J Doran School
1.0 mi
|
#301 of 352
|
Score: 31.3
Improved 26 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
525 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Espirito Santo School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
East Gate Christian Academy
1.7 mi
Grades PK-12
Holy Trinity School
2.3 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Henry Lord Community School
2.7 mi
|
#321 of 352
|
Score: 29.1
Improved 12 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
817 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C
Atlantis Charter School
2.7 mi
|
#246 of 346
|
Score: 46.8
Improved 25 spots from last year
-11.4 below state avg
1,246 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades K-12
D
Stone PK-12 School
2.9 mi
|
#370 of 346
|
Score: 35.9
Same rank as last year
56 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-12
Middle Schools
3 schools
C-
Morton Middle School
0.5 mi
|
#299 of 352
|
Score: 31.4
Improved 39 spots from last year
-26.8 below state avg
751 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C-
Talbot Innovation School
1.7 mi
|
#309 of 352
|
Score: 30.6
Dropped 25 spots from last year
-27.6 below state avg
582 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
D
Matthew J Kuss Middle School
2.0 mi
|
#336 of 352
|
Score: 27.0
Dropped 1 spots from last year
-31.2 below state avg
646 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
6 schools
Fall River Deaconess Home School
< 0.1 mi
Grades 06-12
F
Resiliency Preparatory Academy
0.3 mi
|
#393 of 346
|
Score: 16.3
Same rank as last year
171 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
C+
Argosy Collegiate Charter School
1.6 mi
|
#244 of 346
|
Score: 46.8
Improved 11 spots from last year
-11.4 below state avg
587 students
Diverse
7 sports
• 126 athletes
Early College Program
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
C+
B.M.C. Durfee High School
1.3 mi
|
#225 of 346
|
Score: 49.2
Improved 98 spots from last year
-9 below state avg
2,642 students
Diverse
18 sports
• 1,452 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
C+
Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School
1.5 mi
|
#242 of 346
|
Score: 47.1
Dropped 81 spots from last year
-11.1 below state avg
1,463 students
Moderate
13 sports
• 1,408 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
Bishop Connolly High School
1.5 mi
Grades 09-12
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216 Prospect St, Fall River MA 02720
Fall River, MA 02720
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Brendan Roberts
Listing Office
Roberts Associates Real Estate
Office Phone
508-675-1900
Agent MLS ID
CN210017
Office MLS ID
BB9940
Listing Data Updated
Aug 18, 2026 3:34 PM EDT
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