Welcome to this exceptionally maintained Cape in Fall River's desirable Highlands neighborhood. This charming 3-bedroom home blends classic character with thoughtful updates, featuring a beautifully updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a stunning fireplace with built-in shelving, and a 3-season room perfect for year-round enjoyment. The gorgeous fenced yard boasts a patio with fire pit, irrigation system, and professional landscaping. A detached 2.5-car garage adds convenience. Partially finished basement offers a workshop or craft room. The full walk-up attic with appropriate ceiling heights presents tremendous potential for additional living space. Vinyl impression shingles complete the exterior. A rare opportunity to own a truly move-in-ready home with plenty of room to grow! First showings at open house on Saturday, May 30th from 11am to 12pm.
Pending
$469,900
488 Montgomery St, Fall River, MA 02720
3beds
1,243sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
6,884 Square Feet Lot
$484,000 Zestimate®
$378/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Irrigation systemPatio with fire pitStainless steel appliancesProfessional landscapingBeautifully updated kitchenGorgeous fenced yard
- 31 days |
- 1,601 |
- 99 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Christopher R. Carreiro, Esquire 508-496-1095,
Lands End Realty, Inc. 508-812-0210
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73524623
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 102
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 12
Dining room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminate, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Peninsula, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 170
- Dimensions: 10 x 17
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 12 x 21
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Lighting - Overhead, Sun Room, Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Laminate
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,243
- Total interior livable area: 1,243 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,243
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
- Fencing: Fenced
- Frontage length: 5.00
Lot
- Size: 6,884 Square Feet
- Features: Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 2838286
- Zoning: S
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
- Subdivision: Highlands
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Fall River
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $378/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $388,500
- Annual tax amount: $4,447
- Date on market: 5/28/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Exclusions: Clothes Washer, Dryer, Window Air Conditioning Units Exuded.
Estimated market value
$484,000
$460,000 - $508,000
$2,200/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/9/2026 | Pending sale | $469,900$378/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73524623 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $469,900+108.8%$378/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73524623 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2013 | Sold | $225,000+0%$181/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2013 | Price change | $224,900-2.2%$181/sqft |
Source: Carol Brannaka REALTORS� #71572889 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2013 | Listed for sale | $229,900$185/sqft |
Source: Carol Brannaka REALTORS� #71572889 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,164 +5.7% | $363,700 +6.1% |
| 2024 | $3,940 -2.8% | $342,900 +3.8% |
| 2023 | $4,052 +9.4% | $330,200 +12.5% |
| 2022 | $3,703 +3.1% | $293,400 +13% |
| 2021 | $3,592 +4.8% | $259,700 +9.4% |
| 2020 | $3,429 +1% | $237,300 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $3,396 +3.5% | $232,900 +3.7% |
| 2018 | $3,282 +6.8% | $224,500 +2.3% |
| 2017 | $3,073 +5.6% | $219,500 +2.8% |
| 2016 | $2,910 +4.7% | $213,500 +0.5% |
| 2015 | $2,780 +4% | $212,500 |
| 2014 | $2,673 +2.5% | $212,500 -2.8% |
| 2013 | $2,609 +5.3% | $218,700 -3.1% |
| 2012 | $2,478 +4.4% | $225,700 -14.1% |
| 2010 | $2,374 +15.3% | $262,600 +2.8% |
| 2009 | $2,059 -4.9% | $255,500 -9.4% |
| 2008 | $2,164 +6.9% | $282,100 |
| 2007 | $2,025 +10.4% | $282,100 +5% |
| 2006 | $1,835 +12.3% | $268,700 +25.2% |
| 2005 | $1,634 +1.7% | $214,700 +9.8% |
| 2004 | $1,606 +4.1% | $195,600 +35.7% |
| 2003 | $1,543 +8.8% | $144,100 |
| 2002 | $1,418 +2.2% | $144,100 +8.7% |
| 2000 | $1,387 +32.5% | $132,600 +16.3% |
| 1995 | $1,047 | $114,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Highlands
Getting around
33 / 100
Some TransitNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10James Tansey Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Morton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 2/10B M C Durfee High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Spencer Borden
- Middle: Morton Middle
- High: Durfee High
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- Massachusetts
- Bristol County
- Fall River
- 02720
- Highlands
- 488 Montgomery St
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