Home Homes for Sale 51 Balsam St, Fairhaven MA 02719
Price cut: $70K

$924,900
$1046/sqft · Fairhaven, MA
2Beds
1Baths
884Sqft
0.55 acresLot Size
51 Balsam St, Fairhaven MA 02719
Active Listed 4 days ago
Single Family Residence Built in 1950 0.55 Acre Lot 2-car Garage

What's Special

Single Family ResidenceBuilt in 19501 Fireplace2-car GaragePrice Reduced

Discover West Island, a hidden treasure full of natural beauty yet close to all the region's attractions without the Cape traffic. This cozy cottage with water views, on one of the Island's larger properties with a half acre corner lot. This ranch has been purposely and tastefully renovated to maximize every inch of space with the added bonus of an oversized 2-car garage with plenty of storage, and a fabulous second floor "Great Room". Enjoy water views out the double sliders and balcony deck. For your summertime overflow company there is a back yard "Bunk house". The yard is nicely landscaped with stone and pavers and each side has scenic views to the water. The grassy side yard is a great place for fun and games. The convenient outdoor shower is nicely enclosed. Nothing to do but move in as it has all been done, inside and out, top to bottom. Recent updates include new windows, doors, siding, electrical, AC, lighting, The kitchen has new cabinets, quartz countertops, new appliances, including a washer/dryer. Bathroom is also completely updated. An Improvement spec sheet is attached as there are too many to list. In season, walk to the popular marina restaurant Off the Hook and West Island Creamery, while shopping, cultural, historical and entertainment offerings of Fairhaven and New Bedford are a short drive away.

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Property Details

Core Details

Property TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1950
Architectural StyleRanch
Parcel NumberM:0043C L:0093,3285948
ZoningRR
MLS #73584323
SubdivisionWest Island

Space & Sizing

Living Area884 sqft
Above Grade884 sqft
Total Rooms6
Bedrooms2
Bathrooms1
Lot Size0.55 acres

Room Dimensions

Bedroom242 sqft · First
Kitchen140 sqft · First
Living Room484 sqft · First
Master BathroomNo
Master Bedroom90 sqft · First

Features & Systems

Parking2-car Garage
Garage2 spaces
Open Parking5
Cooling4 Zones
Heating3 Zones
Fireplaces1
ConstructionFrame
FoundationConcrete Perimeter
RoofShingle
CoolingDuctless, Wall Unit(s)
Electric200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
HeatingActive Solar, Ductless, Electric
SewerPublic Sewer
Water SourcePublic

Features & Amenities

1 Fireplace
Appliances
Dishwasher Dryer Electric Water Heater Microwave Range Refrigerator Washer
Community Features
Conservation Area Marina Walk/Jog Trails
Exterior Features
Balcony Guest House Outdoor Shower Patio Porch Storage
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Green Energy Efficient
Thermostat
Green Energy Generation
Solar
Interior Features
Great Room
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer Hookup First Floor Washer Hookup
Lot Features
Corner Lot Flood Plain
Lead Paint
Unknown
Other Structures
Guest House
Parking Features
Detached Garage Door Opener Garage Faces Side Off Street Oversized Paved Paved Drive Stone/Gravel Storage
Patio And Porch Features
Patio Porch
Utilities
for Electric Dryer for Gas Oven for Gas Range Washer Hookup
Waterfront Features
0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach Beach Ownership(Public) Ocean
Window Features
Insulated Windows

Additional Information

Disclosures: Property is in a flood zone -- Insurance Policy attached. Solar lease to transfer to new owners.

Directions: Sconticut Neck Rd. to Goulart Memorial Dr. right onto Alder, turns into Balsam, corner of Misty Bay

Financial Details

Annual Taxes$4,475 (2026)
Assessed Value$486,900
Tax Book Number0
Listed on Sep 30, 2026 Updated Oct 4, 2026 8:05 AM Bristol County

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Colonial Realty Associates
(617) 977-6025
MLS #73584323

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