Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
18%
Fall River
Fall River, MA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,645
Population
95,033
Renter Mix
66% Rent
A calm wooded town near Providence
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Fall River combines historical significance with waterfront living along Mount Hope Bay. This Massachusetts city, known for its textile manufacturing heritage, offers waterfront views and city conveniences. The community features several parks, including Kennedy Park and North Park, designed by renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. Current rental trends show one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,590 and two-bedrooms at $1,850, reflecting a roughly 6% annual increase while remaining competitive for the region.
The city's neighborhoods each have their own character, from the Highlands with its Victorian-era homes to the waterfront district near Battleship Cove, which houses an impressive collection of World War II naval vessels. Portuguese heritage shapes the local culture, celebrated during events like the Great Feast of the Holy Ghost at Kennedy Park. Housing includes converted mill buildings, traditional triple-deckers, and newer apartments, particularly in the North End. Bristol Community College and the Narrows Center for the Arts contribute to the city's educational and cultural landscape. Located along Interstate 195, Fall River provides convenient access to Providence and Boston for commuters.
Explore the City
Downtown Fall River is a place to relax and enjoy watching the sail boats.
Downtown Fall River you can enjoy the Children's Museum.
Stroll along the pier at Heritage State Park in Downtown Fall River.
Fall River Heritage State Park's boardwalk offers views of historic and modern ships.
Downtown Fall River's interesting architecture can be seen in this local church from the 1800s.
A local church's unique spire towers above the city in Downtown Fall River.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$48,438
Average: $66,524
Education
14,228
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
43,647
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.
Housing Distribution
Fall River has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
66%
Non-Renters
34%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
11%
Other Education
89%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Fall River, MA is $1,201 for a studio, $1,644 for one bedroom, $1,925 for two bedrooms, and $2,382 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fall River has increased by 2.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,644/month
684 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,910/month
775 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Fall River, MA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-12
75 Students
Mary Fonseca Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
612 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
524 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
507 Students
Samuel Watson Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
321 Students
Public
Grades K-12
75 Students
Argosy Collegiate Charter School
Public
Grades 6-12
604 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
524 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,234 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
846 Students
Public
Grades K-12
75 Students
Diman Regional Vocational Technical High
Public
Grades 9-12
1,479 Students
Argosy Collegiate Charter School
Public
Grades 6-12
604 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,234 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,676 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Fall River Heritage State Park
- Freetown - Fall River State Forest
- Emilie Ruecker Wildlife Refuge
- Touisset Marsh Wildlife Refuge
- Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum
Airports
- Rhode Island Tf Green International
- Martha's Vineyard
Top Apartments in Fall River
Houses for Rent in Fall River
Property Management Companies in Fall River, MA
HallKeen Management
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2,948
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19
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3 Communities in Fall River
Two Coast Living
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27,663
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77
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1 Community in Fall River
John M Corcoran & Co
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55
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10,972
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40
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1 Community in Fall River
Jones Street Investment Partners
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29
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25
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1 Community in Fall River
NBM Management
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18
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1 Community in Fall River
First Realty Management
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14
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1 Community in Fall River
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.