Westview Park
New England homes, from Colonial Revivals to Cape Cods
Homes on these hilly residential streets are closely spaced, with small lawns. Most were built between the 1920s and 1980s, including Colonial Revivals. “It’s older New England architecture. We have bungalows, Cape Cods, Colonials, and a lot of raised ranches, which often have separate kitchens in the basement so they can house multiple generations or multiple families,” Donnelly says. Prices start at about $355,000 and go up to a little more than $505,000 for the neighborhood’s single-family homes, while townhouse-style condo units run anywhere from $231,000 to $290,000. “The market is pretty good. It’s softening a little due to rising inventory, but it’s still a seller’s market.” Most homes are listed for 20 days before going under contract, which is 24 days faster than the national average.
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Magnet programs at New Bedford High
The New Bedford Public Schools system serves students in Westview Park. Elementary schoolers go to either Rodman or Brooks, depending on their address, so parents are advised to double-check the boundary lines ahead of registration. Both elementaries receive B-minuses from Niche. Older students continue to Keith Middle, which gets a C, and New Bedford High, which gets a B-minus. The high school offers an International Baccalaureate program and the Magnet Academy of Civic Leadership & World Studies. The Fine Arts Department offers more than 22 unique visual arts, music and theatre course, too. “They have a really good marching band and a great drama company, one of the best in New England actually,” Donnelly says.University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, a major local employer, is a little more than 4 miles southwest of Westview Park. Originally established as the New Bedford Textile School in 1895, UMass Dartmouth now offers 120 undergraduate and 42 graduate fields of study.
Whaling City Golf Course, Buttonwood Park nearby
The public, 18-hole, Donald Ross-designed Whaling City Golf Course is less than 2 miles northwest of most homes, across the I-195 cloverleaf. The 97-acre Buttonwood Park, about 2 miles south across Route 6, offers more recreation. The sprawling historic park is the largest – and busiest – in the city, featuring gardens, sports courts, a playground and a pond. There’s even a zoo at the south end of the park. The Great Lawn at its center hosts the New Bedford Farmers Market, which moves inside the community center in the winter, and the annual New Bedford Whaling City Festival in July. East of the neighborhood, there’s Brooklawn Park. “That’s where local town sports take place,” Donnelly says of the 85-acre sports complex. She adds that residents looking for waterfront recreation can head to The South End, where there are beaches at Clarks Cove and on Buzzards Bay.
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Dartmouth shopping and Downtown New Bedford dining
There’s a string of stores along Route 6, from Shaw’s to Walgreens, that cover everyday essentials, along with several casual eateries and chain restaurants. But Downtown New Bedford is the heart of the city’s dining scene. “There are a ton of restaurants, tapas places, breweries even. And it’s a really pretty area with cobblestone streets,” Donnelly says, recommending The Black Whale for upscale New England seafood and Moby Dick Brewery for laid-back pub fare. “You can easily take Route 6 into Dartmouth for more grocery stores. And the Dartmouth Mall is still a thing. For some reason, it’s stood the test of time,” she adds. The mall, which is about 3 miles west, is anchored by Macy’s and Burlington. There’s also an AMC movie theater. Walmart Supercenter and Target are nearby, too.
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Sandwiched between Interstate 195 and U.S. Route 6
Interstate 195 and U.S. Route 6 skirt past the north and south ends of the community, respectively. Both connect west toward Providence and east through downtown to Fairhaven. The New Bedford Regional Airport is less than 3 miles north of Westview Park, and Southeastern Regional Transit Authority bus stops are scattered throughout the neighborhood, providing service all around town. “This is a great, accessible location,” Donnelly says, observing that Providence, at about 30 miles away, is just a 45-minute drive. “It’s accessible even to Boston, Cape Cod, and we have a ferry to Martha’s Vineyard,” she adds. All three destinations, home to local employers and tourist attractions alike, are within about 60 miles, or two hours, of Westview Park.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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The Mathew J Arruda Group
The Mathew J Arruda Group
Compass
(508) 501-5617
339 Total Sales
1 in Westview Park
$515,000 Price
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William Ryan
William Ryan
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams South Watuppa
(774) 713-9434
121 Total Sales
3 in Westview Park
$315K - $515K Price Range
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Paula Levasseur
Paula Levasseur
Home Bound Realty
(401) 240-4892
119 Total Sales
1 in Westview Park
$405,000 Price
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Byron R. Ford, Jr.
Byron R. Ford, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties
(401) 681-8108
140 Total Sales
3 in Westview Park
$400K - $575K Price Range
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Andrew Romano
Andrew Romano
BOLD Real Estate
(508) 501-9567
67 Total Sales
1 in Westview Park
$300,000 Price
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Mark Bourgeois
MB
Mark Bourgeois
Responds QuicklyLPT Realty - Home & Key Group
(508) 501-8326
24 Total Sales
2 in Westview Park
$375K - $440K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Buttonwood Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Buttonwood Playground
Allen C. Haskell Public Gardens
Captain Jack Peterson Dog Park
Dr. Paul F. Walsh Athletic Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Westview Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Westview Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westview Park, New Bedford sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Westview Park, New Bedford over the last 12 months is $435,000, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$439,499
Median Sale Price
$435,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$440,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$315,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$304
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
930
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1960
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,405
Significantly below the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,368
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
957
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
813
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Open Houses
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Friday, Jul 184:30 - 6pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,495 - $2,595 per month
- The Residences at Buttonwood
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 50 Oesting St
- New Bedford, MA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,469
Median Age
40
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$91,486
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$97,826
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.7%
College Graduates
34.6%
Advanced Degrees
16%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
33''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
24
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Buttonwood Park
Classic New England homes surrounding a historic New Bedford park
Riverside Park
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