Movoto Real Estate
Exterior - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 1 of 8
Exterior
Living - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 1 of 2
Living
Other - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 1 of 1
Other
Kitchen - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 1 of 3
Kitchen
Bedroom - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 1 of 5
Bedroom
Bath - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 1 of 2
Bath
View/Area - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 1 of 5
View/Area
Floorplan - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 1 of 2
Floorplan
Sold on 07/11/2025
Waterfront
Exterior - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 1 of 8
Exterior
Exterior - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 2 of 8
Exterior - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 3 of 8
Exterior - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 4 of 8
Exterior - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 5 of 8
Exterior - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 6 of 8
Exterior - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 7 of 8
Exterior - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 8 of 8
Living - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 1 of 2
Living
Living - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 2 of 2
Other - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 1 of 1
Other
Kitchen - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 1 of 3
Kitchen
Kitchen - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 2 of 3
Kitchen - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 3 of 3
Bedroom - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 1 of 5
Bedroom
Bedroom - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 2 of 5
Bedroom - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 3 of 5
Bedroom - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 4 of 5
Bedroom - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 5 of 5
Bath - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 1 of 2
Bath
Bath - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 2 of 2
View/Area - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 1 of 5
View/Area
View/Area - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 2 of 5
View/Area - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 3 of 5
View/Area - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 4 of 5
View/Area - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 5 of 5
Floorplan - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 1 of 2
Floorplan
Floorplan - 23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719 photo 2 of 2

23 Balsam St, Fairhaven, MA 02719

  • $495,000
  • 3 Bd
  • 1 Ba
  • 784 Sqft
  • $631/Sqft
  • Est: $461K - $598K
  • House
  • Sold in 58 Days
  • on 07/11/2025
  • Notify me when similar homes go for sale
  • Movoto is helping 7 homebuyers near you

Property details

AVM Estimate $530,000
Movoto Estimate $469,772
Lot Size 5,998 Sqft
Built 1950
GreatSchool Score 4/10 to 4/10

About 23 Balsam St

Discover the charm of coastal living in this desirable West Island location! This 3-bedroom rustic cottage with gorgeous wood beam ceilings offers picturesque water views and is just a short walk to the beach, where you can enjoy breathtaking sunsets each evening. Set on a nice sized lot, the property features a back deck, perfect for relaxing or grilling, and a storage shed for all your beach gear or garden tools. The cottage’s nautical charm and functional layout make it an ideal seasonal retreat, Airbnb or a fantastic opportunity for a year-round conversion—just add energy-efficient mini-split systems for year-round comfort. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or a smart investment, this Fairhaven gem offers coastal vibes, potential, and an unbeatable location. Come check it out!
Listing Agent - Jeanne Bettencourt; Listing Office - RE/MAX Vantage, MLS#73375130 last updated 3 weeks ago. Movoto checked MLS Property Information Network, Inc. for data 6 minutes ago.

Additional property details

Overview
Cooling/AC None
Heating None
Levels/Style Ranch
MLS # 73375130
Type Residential
Status Pending
SubType Single Family Residence
SqFt 784
Lot Size (SqFt) 5998
Lot Size (Acres) 0.14
Annual Property Tax 4009
Year Built 1950
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 1
Bathroom 1 Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet
# Full Baths 1
Total # of Bedrooms 3
Bedroom 2 Closet
Dining Room First
Total # of Rooms 4
Flooring Vinyl, Carpet
Appliances Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Exterior
Foundation Block
Roof Shingle
Exterior Features Deck - Composite, Storage
Patio/ Porch Deck - Composite
Lot Desc Cleared, Level
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer Public Sewer
Utilities For Gas Range
Electricity Circuit Breakers
Water Source Public
Location
Waterfront Ocean, Walk To, 0 To 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
County Bristol
Subdivision West Island
Elementary School Woos
Middle School Hastings
High School Fhvn, Voc
Zoning VE
APN M:00043C L:00119 S:, 3285963
Directions Sconticut Neck Rd, To Left Causeway To Right On Balsam St
Lot/ Land Details
Road Frontage Public
Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Paved

Key insights

days on market
58 days on the market, compared to 62 days typically spent now
below market median
Listed for $495K, $64.9K (12%) below Fairhaven median

Selling? Get a Cash Offer

  Sell your home quickly
  Enables you to buy before selling
  No staging or preparation needed

Around the neighborhood

Foodie

38

Pets

73

Walkable

3

Kids

65

Fairhaven High School
public School, Grades 9-12
GreatSchools Rating: 4 out of 10
Source: GreatSchools.org © 2025. All rights reserved.
  • Real Estate
  • MA
  • Bristol County
  • Fairhaven
  • 02719
  • 23 Balsam St
Nearby homes average: $1.2M List Price, 2.55 Beds, 2.09 Baths, 1,875 Sqft, $657/Sqft Value, 12,776 Sqft Lot Size, and 1967 Year Built.

Frequently Asked Questions

Meet with a real estate agent today
The multiple listing information is provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and that it may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed to be accurate. Buyer to verify all information. The information provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Listing information updated every 15 minutes. Terms of use & Privacy Policy, California Privacy Info. Copyright © 2005 - 2025 Movoto, Inc. All rights reserved. Equal Housing Opportunity CalDRE CalDRE #01517281
Movoto Real Estate is committed to ensuring accessibility for individuals with disabilities. We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our web experience for everyone. We welcome feedback and accommodation requests, please submit them here.
Massachusetts Multiple Listing Service™ system
The real estate listing data marked with this icon comes from the IDX program of the Massachusetts Multiple Listing Service™ system.
The property listing data and information set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third party sources, including sellers, lessors, and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. The property listing data and information are for the personal, non commercial use of consumers having a good faith in interest in purchasing or leasing listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing. MLS Property Information Network, Inc. and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information set forth herein.
Requests for information regarding mortgage products will be directed to Movoto.com affiliate, Lower, LLC - a licensed Mortgage Lender (NMLS #1124061), or, based on your location, may be redirected to a participating mortgage marketing partner that may pay Lower, LLC for any consumer contact information provided through this site.