151 Balsam St

1,085 Sq. Ft.
$631 / Sq. Ft.
1,085
Sq. Ft.
$631
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Year round 3 bedroom West Island home with ocean views! This 3-bedroom home offers beautiful water views, year round living, and is not in a flood zone. Enjoy the comfort of central air, a gas fireplace, and the convenience of hardwood floors. The exterior was freshly painted this year, and a new hot water tank was recently added. Relax on the back deck overlooking the spacious yard or rinse off after beach days in the outdoor shower. There’s also room to add a garage if desired. The property offers...Year round 3 bedroom West Island home with ocean views! This 3-bedroom home offers beautiful water views, year round living, and is not in a flood zone. Enjoy the comfort of central air, a gas fireplace, and the convenience of hardwood floors. The exterior was freshly painted this year, and a new hot water tank was recently added. Relax on the back deck overlooking the spacious yard or rinse off after beach days in the outdoor shower. There’s also room to add a garage if desired. The property offers off-street parking for four cars. West Island is known for its natural beauty, with over half of its 535 acres preserved as state park land, along with a strong sense of community spirit and secluded beaches. This is an incredible opportunity to enjoy coastal living in a well-maintained home in one of Fairhaven’s most sought-after seaside neighborhoods.
  1. Listed by Melisa Gagne • RE/MAX Vantage

Property Details for 151 Balsam Street

Town
Fairhaven
MLS Area
West Island
Area
MA-Fairhaven-West Island, MA-Fairhaven
Architectural Style
Ranch
Style
Ranch
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
4

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LISTING UPDATED: 03/05/2026 03:06 AM

Property Details for 151 Balsam Street

StatusActive
MLS #73457163
Days on Market105
Taxes$4,011 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1950
CountyBristol County

Location

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Building Information for 151 Balsam Street

Stories-Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 8,999 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,672 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,338

Property Taxes

$334

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 151 Balsam Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Marina, Public School
  • Living Area: 1085.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Storage Shed, Outdoor Shower
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed, Outdoor Shower, Porch, Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean, Beach Ownership(Private)
  • Waterview Features: Ocean
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public, Private
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:00043B L:00113 S:,3285756
  • Assessments: $430,400
  • Book: 257
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: RR
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 151 Balsam Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 1, 2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73457163

$684,900
Dec 22, 2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73457163

$689,000
Nov 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73457163

$699,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/01/2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73457163

$684,900
12/22/2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73457163

$689,000
11/21/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73457163

$699,900

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Public Records for 151 Balsam Street

Taxable ValueLand$295,400Additions$135,000Total$430,400
Tax Record2025$4,011 ($334 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,085 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,085 SqFtStories1Lot Size8,999 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950ZoningRRCountyBRISTOLAPNFAIR M:00043B L:00113 S:

Schools near 151 Balsam Street

This home is within Fairhaven School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Leroy Wood
PublicPK to 5

Hastings Middle School
Public6 to 8

Fairhaven High School
Public9 to 12

East Fairhaven
PublicPK to 5

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151 Balsam Street is a single family home for sale in Fairhaven, MA 02719. This property was listed for sale on November 21, 2025 by RE/MAX Vantage, it's currently listed at $684,900. This listing's school district is Fairhaven School District. Nearby schools include Leroy Wood, Hastings Middle School and Fairhaven High School. 151 Balsam Street is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,085 sqft single family home built in 1950.

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