October 2025 SouthCoast Market Update: New Bedford, Dartmouth, Fairhaven & Fall River

by Donald Wagnon

📊 October 2025 SouthCoast Market Update: New Bedford, Dartmouth, Fairhaven & Fall River


🔍 October 2025 Numbers

City Avg. List Price Avg. Sale Price Avg. SqFt Avg. $/SqFt Avg. DOM Avg. DTO Homes Sold
New Bedford $492,424 $485,086 1,718 $312 56.6 43.6 42 (SF) / 17 (MF)
Dartmouth $646,100 $686,262 1,724 $415 22 13.8 15
Fairhaven $551,214 $542,429 1,402 $448 51.9 40.9 7 (SF) / 1 (MF)
Fall River $417,412 $421,475 1,569 $280 28.4 18.6 24 (SF) / 17 (MF)

🏠 Month-over-Month Insights (Sept → Oct)

New Bedford:

  • Avg. sale price rose from ~$431K → ~$485K

  • DOM increased 32 → 56.6, giving buyers a bit more time to decide

  • Single-family affordability continues to attract buyers; multi-family remains strong for investors

Dartmouth:

  • High-end single-family properties continue to perform (~$686K avg sale)

  • Quick DOM/DTO indicates competitive bidding, especially near the water and UMass Dartmouth

Fairhaven:

  • Avg. sale prices remained strong; fewer sales indicate a selective market

  • Multi-family DOM of 106 days shows niche market with slower turnover

Fall River:

  • Single-family homes (~$421K) continue to attract value-conscious buyers

  • DOM and DTO indicate fast-moving properties and strong local demand


đź’ˇ What This Means for Buyers & Sellers

For Sellers:

  • Price smart and stage homes well, especially in Dartmouth & Fairhaven, where premium coastal properties are highly sought after.

  • In New Bedford & Fall River, sellers can expect strong offers if their homes are priced competitively.

For Buyers:

  • New Bedford and Fall River still offer options under ~$500K to ~$600K for 3-bedroom homes — perfect for first-time buyers or those upsizing.

  • Dartmouth & Fairhaven buyers should act quickly; limited inventory and high competition require a proactive approach.

  • Pro Tip: Use my app or visit my site for real-time listings and instant alerts: Browse Current Listings


âś… Key Takeaways

  • New Bedford: Affordable single-family homes continue to see steady interest

  • Dartmouth: Luxury coastal properties maintain high value and quick sales

  • Fairhaven: Niche multi-family market; single-family pricing steady with selective sales

  • Fall River: Value-driven market; fast-moving inventory attracts buyers

Lower mortgage rates are helping buyers gain confidence, while sellers benefit from increased competition for well-priced homes.

đź’¬ Thinking about buying or selling this fall? I can help you navigate the market, price your home right, and find the perfect property.

👉 Contact me or visit WagnonRealEstate.com to get started today.

Donald Wagnon
Donald Wagnon

Agent | License ID: 9585674

+1(508) 440-4101 | donald.wagnon@exprealty.com

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