259 Dexter St, Fall River, MA 02720
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OFF MARKET

259 Dexter St
Fall River, MA 02720

Highlands
  • 5 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,640 sqft (on 0.57 acres)

$748,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,516/mo*

$748,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,516/mo*
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,640 sqft
(on 0.57 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$748K
Since last month
Increased$3K (+0.4%)
Since last year
Increased$20K (+2.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$533K (+247.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +94% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$748K
July 2026$745K
June 2026$758K
May 2026$753K
April 2026$739K
March 2026$734K
February 2026$731K
January 2026$712K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.47
Single-Family Home
$600,000
12/29/25
5
3.5
3,672
0.18
Single-Family Home
$605,000
07/10/26
5
2
2,641
0.09
Single-Family Home
$485,000
07/14/26
3
1.5
2,466
0.38
Single-Family Home
$606,000
04/27/26
5
3.5
4,174
0.21
Single-Family Home
$575,000
12/30/25
4
2.5
2,450
0.58
Single-Family Home
$460,000
12/22/25
5
2.5
3,343
0.35
Single-Family Home
$435,000
11/04/25
3
2
1,353
0.19
Single-Family Home
$555,000
02/26/26
3
1.5
1,604
0.33
Single-Family Home
$587,000
06/05/26
3
2
2,739
0.14
Single-Family Home
$510,000
10/15/25
3
1.5
1,750

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.03
$496,800
4
1
1,539
Off Market
0.03
$170,000
-
-
-
For Sale
0.06
$543,200
3
2
2,732
Off Market
0.07
$393,100
2
2
1,679
Off Market
0.09
$485,000
3
1.5
2,466
Recently Sold
0.08
$781,400
3
3
4,400
Off Market
0.09
$475,000
3
1.5
1,293
For Sale
0.12
$598,500
3
2.5
2,717
Off Market
0.15
$453,200
3
2.5
1,662
Off Market
0.15
$457,200
4
1
1,358
Off Market
0.14
$410,000
3
1
1,126
Recently Sold
0.14
$525,400
3
1.5
1,750
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1925
Lot Size
0.57 acres
Living Area
2,640 sqft
Price/Sqft
$283
Parking
Garage

About this House

Stunning 4-5 bedroom colonial situated in between Highland Avenue and Robeson Street, in the Highlands of Fall River! Minutes to Charlton Memorial Hospital, Bristol Community College & Highland Park. Quick access to Route 79, 195, and 24 makes this home a great commute to Boston, Providence & local areas. First floor home office with space for sitting area off side of home offers total privacy with built in shelving, bookcases and separate heating zone. Beautiful hardwood floors on most of the first floor. Living room w newer wood stove connects to updated granite eat in kitchen and elegant dining room. Four bedrooms upstairs, two with ensuite bathrooms. Master bathroom updated with granite and extra large walk in closet!! 3rd floor offers additional bedroom with extra closet and storage space, separate heat and sink. Finished basement for exercise room, play room or entertain at the wet bar. Spacious Laundry room off of finished basement, lots of storage and a beautiful in-ground pool
259 Dexter St, Fall River, MA 02720 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,640 sqft single-family home in Highlands, built in 1925. It last sold for $215,000 on Jan 12, 1996. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $748,000, with a rent estimate of $4,209/month.

Home Details for 259 Dexter St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Shingle Not Wood, WoodPatio
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.57 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 7, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$439,900
Oct 1, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$439,900
Price decreased by 2%
Aug 26, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$449,900
Jan 12, 1996
Source: N/A
Sold
$215,000

Market trends in Fall River

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$436K
$22.5K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$277
$2
MoM
Available listings
151
6
MoM

Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about Highlands

At least 62 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say parking is easy

  • 61 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 61 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 46 % Say there's wildlife

  • 44 % Say kids play outside

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 30 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 14 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Neighbor
    "Great neighborhood, very quiet, except when trick or treating, I believe this is one of the most famous neighborhoods on it but besides that is all nice and clean."
  • Trulia User
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 10 years. This neighborhood has peaceful nights. During the morning you barely hear anyone they have all left early for work, those who are around are cleaning snow or mowing the lawn, depending the season, It has truly been the most amazing neighborhood I have had the privilege to live in."
  • Trulia User
    "The neighbor is safe with schools and amenities close by. Lots of investments being made in the area as well with the commuter rail coming to the area."
  • Eguilmette
    "Halloween is a huge event every year in our neighborhood. Everyone if quite friendly and says hello "
  • Jon T.
    "Quietest streets run between parallel avenues. Big beautiful homes and a great walk on Highland ave towards the park "
  • Carl.sahady
    "Area is very quiet and neighborhood is very friendly. School system is vert good. Convenience store close by. Close to the highway "
  • Diomara .
    "Best neighborhood in this city I’m bless to live here over 8 year now my future home w like to be in this neighborhood it’s safe and quiet neighborhood area close to my job to my kids school no problems at all ever had no issue in this neighborhood thank u all best of luck "
  • Brandi K.
    "commute is pretty great easy access to the highways close by going towards New Bedford, Taunton, Newport, providence. lots of stores close by"
  • Brandi K.
    "there is not many community events often in the area. But they do have some great schools nearby and some great parks."
  • Diomara B.
    "I really like this neighborhood I wanna buy a house closer or around it cause it’s a nice n quit area to live n raise my children "
  • Powaking
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 17 years. It’s close to schools and located near major highways."
  • Powaking
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 17 years. Although the street is busy with traffic I know that it is in the safe part of the city."
  • Langevinkaren
    "I’ve lives here for 4 years and it is so quite and the neighbors are nice. I walk my dog at night and never had a problem."

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Frequently asked questions about 259 Dexter St

  • What is 259 Dexter St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 259 Dexter St in Fall River, MA is $748,000.
  • What is the price history for 259 Dexter St?
    259 Dexter St in Fall River, MA last sold for $215,000 in January 1996.
  • Is Fall River a buyer's or seller's market?
    Fall River is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Fall River?
    The median sale price in Fall River is $436K. That is up $22.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 259 Dexter St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 259 Dexter St in Fall River, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 259 Dexter St have a pool?
    Yes, 259 Dexter St in Fall River, MA has a pool.

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