1496 Riverside Ave

$589,000
Price
3
Beds
1,455 Sq. Ft.
$405 / Sq. Ft.
1,455
Sq. Ft.
$405
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Waterfront property – Bring your vision to life with this rare waterfront gem along the peaceful Taunton River! Bursting with potential, it offers a unique chance to renovate or reimagine a home in one of Somerset’s most desirable riverfront locations. Enjoy stunning, unobstructed water views, gentle breezes, and direct shoreline access—perfect for kayaking, fishing, or relaxing by the river. The generous yard rolls toward the water, ideal for outdoor living and gardens. Inside, the home features...Waterfront property – Bring your vision to life with this rare waterfront gem along the peaceful Taunton River! Bursting with potential, it offers a unique chance to renovate or reimagine a home in one of Somerset’s most desirable riverfront locations. Enjoy stunning, unobstructed water views, gentle breezes, and direct shoreline access—perfect for kayaking, fishing, or relaxing by the river. The generous yard rolls toward the water, ideal for outdoor living and gardens. Inside, the home features solid bones, newer heat, hot water, and windows, plus a big basement offering excellent potential for additional living space. With a classic layout ready for creativity, it’s an ideal canvas for contractors, investors, or homeowners seeking a personalized retreat. Whether you envision a modern coastal redesign or a charming New England cottage, the potential is outstanding. Don’t miss this chance to transform a true diamond in the rough!
  1. Listed by Dawn Mercer • Keller Williams South Watuppa

Property Details for 1496 Riverside Avenue

Town
Somerset
Area
MA-Somerset
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Style
Garden, Bungalow
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
4
LISTING UPDATED: 11/24/2025 09:49 AM

Property Details for 1496 Riverside Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #73455610
Days on Market41
Taxes$6,339 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1920
CountyBristol County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams South Watuppa, Dawn Mercer
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Building Information for 1496 Riverside Avenue

Stories-Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,970 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,439 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,910

Property Taxes

$528

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1496 Riverside Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station
  • Living Area: 1455.0
  • Color: white
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed, Garden Area, Porch, Porch - Enclosed
  • Lot Description: Flood Plain
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Enclosed
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, River, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Private)
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0B2 L:0210,4019921
  • Assessments: $476,600
  • Book: 11910
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: R1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 0
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 1496 Riverside Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73455610

$589,000
Oct 29, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1919193530

$425,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/17/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73455610

$589,000
10/29/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1919193530

$425,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1496 Riverside Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$260,200Additions$216,400Total$476,600
Tax Record2025$6,339 ($528 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,365 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,365 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,970 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated1984ZoningR1CountyBRISTOLAPNSSET M:0B2 L:0210Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1496 Riverside Avenue

This home is within Somerset School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Chace Street Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Somerset Middle School
Public6 to 8

Somerset Berkley Regional High School
Public9 to 12

St Michael School
PrivatePK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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1496 Riverside Avenue is a single family home for sale in Somerset, MA 02726. This property was listed for sale on November 17, 2025 by Keller Williams South Watuppa, it's currently listed at $589,000. It has been on the market for a total of 41 days and was last sold on October 29, 2025. This listing's school districts are Somerset School District, Somerset Berkley Regional School District. Nearby schools include Chace Street Elementary School, Somerset Middle School and Somerset Berkley Regional High School. 1496 Riverside Avenue is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,455 sqft single family home built in 1920.

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Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams South Watuppa, Dawn Mercer

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