216 Prospect St, Fall River, MA, 02720
About This Home
The seller is actively seeking offers and is willing to consider owner financing for well-qualified buyers. Rich in Fall River history, this grand property at 216 Prospect Street was once owned by Charlie Buffinton, the first famous professional baseball player to emerge from the city. Rich in character and filled with potential, the home is currently configured as a four-family residence but also presents a unique opportunity to be restored to an impressive single-family estate. The first-floor unit, ideal for an owner-occupant, offers approximately 1,800 square feet of living space and showcases many of the home’s original architectural details. It features a spacious kitchen, formal dining room, elegant living room with beautiful leaded-glass accents, two bedrooms, and two full bathrooms. Situated on a prominent corner lot, the property also offers a detached two-car garage, ample off-street parking, and space to create a future patio or outdoor entertaining area. Whether you envision restoring a historic single-family estate, occupying one unit while generating rental income, or expanding your investment portfolio, this distinctive property could be your home run.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1883
Materials
- Foundation: Stone,Granite
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: 4 Family - 4 Units Up/Down
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Concrete
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Features
- Living Room,Dining Room,Kitchen
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 3,452
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,452
- Total interior livable area: 3,452 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:0O03 B:0000 L:0021,2833760
- Zoning: A-2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Frontage length: 113.00
Lot
- Lot size: 0.27 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot,Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Off Street,Tandem,Paved
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,803 | $57,636 |
| Home Insurance * | $409 | $4,908 |
| Property Taxes | $815 | $9,780 |
| Electricity | $680 | $8,168 |
| Total | $6,707 | $80,484 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-11 | Price change | $949,000 |
| 2026-07-28 | Price change | $950,000 |
| 2026-06-08 | Listed for sale | $1,000,000 |
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