686 Charles St, Fall River, MA 02724
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OFF MARKET

686 Charles St
Fall River, MA 02724

Sandy Beach
  • 5 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,904 sqft

$448,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,699/mo*

$448,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,699/mo*
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,904 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Description

Don't miss this spacious and well-maintained 5-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom single-family home in Fall River — offering comfort, upgrades, and flexible living options. The main level features a welcoming living room with fireplace, a modern kitchen with updated countertops, and plenty of natural light throughout. Major system updates include PVC plumbing, 200-amp electric service, a new roof over most of the home, new boiler, and a brand-new solar panel system for long-term energy efficiency. A backup generator provides added security during power outages. A standout feature is the separate, partially finished space with its own private entrance—perfect for a potential in-law suite, guest quarters, home office. The huge backyard offers endless outdoor potential, and there's also off-street parking for one vehicle. This move-in ready home checks all the boxes with space, updates, and versatility.
686 Charles St, Fall River, MA 02724 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,904 sqft single-family home in Sandy Beach, built in 1930. It last sold for the $424,999 asking price on Aug 19, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $448,400, with a rent estimate of $2,552/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Parking Spaces
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 686 Charles St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 5
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1904 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Steam,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Steam
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Has a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Wood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Rubber Asphalt Composition ShinglesFoundation: Stone
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 1No GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Off Street
Frontage
Road Frontage: PublicNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1904

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cape
Building
Construction Materials: Conventional (2x4-2x6)Not Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: M:0B10 B:0000 L:0052, 2821112

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $424,999
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Jul 18 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Fall River

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1904 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6721 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: Inspection

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 73376438Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1904
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Jeff DaCosta, (774) 400-8969
Freedom Realty Group LLC, (774) 361-2794
Bought with: Herland Cabrera, (401) 837-5601, Westcott Properties, (401) 421-5300
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#73376438

Price History for 686 Charles St

DatePriceEventSource
08/19/2025$425,000Sold
MLS PIN #73376438
07/07/2025$424,999ContingentMLS PIN #73376438
06/30/2025$424,999PriceChange
MLS PIN #73376438
06/07/2025$434,999PriceChange
MLS PIN #73376438
05/10/2025$449,999Listed For SaleMLS PIN #73372577
07/01/2022$306,000Sold
MLS PIN #72942070
05/05/2022$275,000ContingentMLS PIN #72942070
02/11/2022$275,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #72942070

Market trends in Fall River

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$414K
$2.83K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$280
$11
MoM
Available listings
156
1
MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,586
Assessment$313,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 686 Charles St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.06
Single-Family Home
$429,900
10/06/25
4
1.5
2,120
0.18
Single-Family Home
$499,900
09/04/25
4
2
1,600
0.21
Single-Family Home
$470,000
11/25/25
3
2
1,858
0.23
Single-Family Home
$499,900
08/08/25
4
2
1,680
0.16
Single-Family Home
$430,000
10/23/25
3
2
1,450
0.34
Single-Family Home
$500,000
12/12/25
4
2
1,949
0.23
Single-Family Home
$520,000
08/14/25
3
2.5
1,910
0.44
Single-Family Home
$428,000
08/28/25
5
1.5
1,790
0.39
Single-Family Home
$452,000
10/24/25
3
2
1,918

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What Locals Say about Sandy Beach

At least 115 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 85 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 78 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 63 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 61 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say parking is easy

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 47 % Say kids play outside

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 39 % Say it's quiet

  • 39 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 37 % Say there's wildlife

  • 26 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Mary DeSousa
    "Don’t let your kids walk around solo, but some of the buildings have good folks that care about the city "
  • Mary DeSousa
    "People holler at you from their porches. Sometimes it’s positive but not always. I’m not a fan of this town, but it is adorable and it is close to the highways"
  • Vsouviney8710
    "There is a beach, your dog can swim in, there's a park on a dead end street. People walk their dogs everyday "
  • Dawn M.
    "I USE TO VISIT THE PARK WITH MY KIDS LIKE 20 YRS AGO AND I TAKE MY OUT OF TOWN GRANDKIDS THERE EVERY SUMMER WHEN THEY COME DOWN FROM NORTH CAROLINA TY!!!"
  • SFB
    "Close to Kennedy Park. Nice play area for kids. Ice rink in winter. Home of huge Portuguese Feast."
  • vsouviney8710
    "They just had a block party this past weekend. It was really nice. They had dancing and pumpkin painting "
  • vsouviney8710
    "In the winter mt hope ave is tough to go up during a snow storm. But any other time it’s a good commute. Cruising down Bay St is a nice ride "
  • Toluse
    "I have I have lived in this neighborhood for 3 years and I like it you are so friendly and accommodating"
  • Guerreradecristo7751
    "I like live in fallriver.Is nice area the people's lives in fallriver they're. nice.the stores is close to and my family live in fallriver.is a quiet area."
  • Maggie
    "I grew up in the neighborhood. Large park with summer programs, ample sidewalks for walking, and lovely views of the river. Quiet with easy access to the best bakeries in the city and local produce and fish markets. Not far from larger grocery stores either. Excellent neighbors that have also been in the area for years. "
  • hotcha
    "This is a beautiful street with mostly owner occupied homes."

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