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Listing broker remarks

Exceptional Colonial Revival in the coveted Highlands of Fall River. The Benjamin Reed House, circa 1900, offers over 5,100 sq. ft. of living space filled with timeless craftsmanship, including oak wainscoting, coffered ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and five fireplaces. The spacious kitchen features an island, breakfast room, larder, and butler's pantry. The main level also includes a formal dining room, expansive living room, elegant parlor, and sunroom. Upstairs offers a beautiful primary suite with full bath, fireplaced sitting room, and sunroom, plus four additional bedrooms, including two with a Jack & Jill bath. The third floor features three bedrooms, full bath, kitchen, and private entrance, ideal for extended family or guests. Landscaped corner lot with fenced yard, three porches, oversized three-car garage with ADU potential, ample off-street parking, and convenient access to the commuter rail, Providence, Newport, and Boston.— Keller Williams South Watuppa

Key details

  • 5,100 sq ft
  • 16,666 lot sq ft
  • 8 beds
  • 4 baths
  • 1900 built
  • $156 / sq ft
  • $7,958 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠5⁠1⁠9⁠9⁠9⁠
Last updated
Address
707 Highland Ave
Town
Fall River, MA
ZIP
02720
Deed (Bk/Pg)
9233 / 237

Historic designations

National Register
Read, Benjamin B. Jr. House · includes FLR.164, FLR.C

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Neighborhood: Highlands

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.