Own a remarkable piece of Fall River history with the iconic Benjamin Wardwell House, located in the prestigious Highlands Local Historic District. Built in 1845, this impressive Greek Revival boarding house offers a rare investment opportunity with 14 rental units featuring a variety of layouts, providing flexible pricing strategies and outstanding value-add potential. Rich in character and architectural significance, this historic property combines timeless appeal with income-producing possibilities. Fall River offers convenient access to major highways, waterfront attractions, shopping, dining, parks, and the South Coast Rail connection, making this a truly exceptional opportunity for investors and preservation enthusiasts alike. Photos may be digitally enhanced.
Sold for $970,000
$970,000
556 High St, Fall River, MA 02720
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4,248sqft
5+ Family - Rooming House
Built in 1845
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$-- Zestimate®
$228/sqft
$3,283 Estimated rent
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Listed by:
Melissa Casey 401-742-3348,
Lamacchia Realty, Inc. 401-437-2030
Bought with:
Melissa Casey
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73541773
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 6
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Storage, Studio, Internet Available - Unknown, Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,248
- Total interior livable area: 4,248 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,248
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Open
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Sprinkler System
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 5,580 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 2833684
- Zoning: R-4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 5+ Family - Rooming House
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1845
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Fall River
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $228/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $513,400
- Annual tax amount: $5,428
- Date on market: 8/19/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Exclusions: Appliances In Unit 2, 3, 8 And 10 Are Owned By The Tenants. Furnishings In Unit 2, 3, 7, 8, 10, 14a Ar
- Total actual rent: 12730
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2026 | Sold | $970,000+7.8%$228/sqft |
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| 7/11/2026 | Pending sale | $899,900$212/sqft |
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| 6/27/2026 | Contingent | $899,900$212/sqft |
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| 6/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,900$212/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,428 +2% | $474,100 +2.4% |
| 2024 | $5,320 +8% | $463,000 +15.4% |
| 2023 | $4,924 -2.8% | $401,300 |
| 2022 | $5,064 -8.6% | $401,300 +0.2% |
| 2021 | $5,538 +1.7% | $400,400 +6.2% |
| 2020 | $5,446 -0.9% | $376,900 |
| 2019 | $5,495 -0.3% | $376,900 |
| 2018 | $5,510 +4.4% | $376,900 |
| 2017 | $5,277 +2.7% | $376,900 |
| 2016 | $5,137 +4.2% | $376,900 |
| 2015 | $4,930 +4% | $376,900 |
| 2014 | $4,741 +4.8% | $376,900 -0.7% |
| 2013 | $4,526 +4.2% | $379,400 -4.1% |
| 2012 | $4,345 +19.2% | $395,700 -1.8% |
| 2010 | $3,644 -0.8% | $403,100 -11.5% |
| 2009 | $3,672 -2.9% | $455,600 -7.6% |
| 2008 | $3,783 +2.2% | $493,200 -4.4% |
| 2007 | $3,703 +46.5% | $515,800 +39.4% |
| 2006 | $2,527 -3.5% | $370,000 +7.6% |
| 2005 | $2,618 +16.2% | $344,000 +25.4% |
| 2004 | $2,253 +33.3% | $274,400 +73.9% |
| 2003 | $1,690 +8.8% | $157,800 |
| 2002 | $1,553 -5.9% | $157,800 |
| 2000 | $1,651 +28% | $157,800 +12.3% |
| 1995 | $1,290 | $140,500 |
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Neighborhood: Lower Highlands
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10WestallGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Morton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10B M C Durfee High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mary L. Fonseca Elementary
- Middle: James M. Morton Middle School
- High: B.M.C. Durfee High School
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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