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

by Donald Wagnon

๐Ÿ“Š October 2025 SouthCoast Market Update: New Bedford, Dartmouth, Fairhaven & Fall River


๐Ÿ” 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)

๐Ÿ  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


๐Ÿ’ก 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.

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โœ… 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.

๐Ÿ’ฌ Thinking about buying or selling this fall? I can help you navigate the market, price your home right, and find the perfect property.

๐Ÿ‘‰ 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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