Fairhaven Land for Sale

The town of Fairhaven can be found in Bristol County Massachusetts. Located 50 miles south of Boston and a mere 35 miles east of Providence, Rhode Island. The village was settled in 1653 and now has a population of roughly 15,873 residents. The 14.1 square miles of territory showcases topography of harbors, coves, swampland, a bay, coastal plains, the Acushnet River, and parks such as Livesey Park and Cushman Park. Three main districts can be found in the community and include residential and commercial with the main economy depending heavily on the fishing form local ocean waters. Surrounding the town are the cities of New Bedford, Acushnet, Mattapoisett, and Buzzards Bay. Residents and businesses will find the transportation options of SRTA bus service and thoroughfares Interstate 195, United States Route 6, and Massachusetts Route 240.

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Reasons to Invest in Land in Fairhaven

A seaside community with beaches for hours of fun for all. Scenic views can be seen throughout the area. A historical village there are many sites that tourists can view incorporating Fort Phoenix and the Old Stone Schoolhouse. Year-round activities can be experienced such as biking, historical tours, tennis courts, and ball fields. Superior schools offer children a place to learn and grow. A sense of safety and security can be felt in this cozy quiet town. The primary business in the area can be seen and felt through the fishing companies and ship maintenance facilities.

Those that might be interested in purchasing property in the community are fisherman, homeowners, farmers, and businesses.

Commercial fisherman will find that the close location to the ocean provides more opportunity to make a living. The empty plots offer spaces to build up with fewer costs and fewer overhead expenses with no need for overhauls. An already established trawling and ship restoration commerce creates more opportunities for jobs.

Those searching for the perfect place to build a home will also find the open lots have much to offer. Less competition is one benefit which can lead to lower rates since more house hunters are looking for already developed dwellings. Motivated sellers may be willing to offer to finance eliminating the need for a loan. Another advantage is that the home can be built as desired including modern features and conveniences.

Farmers will also unearth positive attributes to buying unfilled soil. They can use the property as desired as orchards or fields of crops. Direct ownership means that they can use the acreage without the monthly overhead cost of rent or other financing payments. The earth is a limited resource with no new ground growing providing the grower with the terra firma needed for future endeavors.

Commercial businesses can also come across many rewards to the vacant countryside. The spread is a tangible asset offering a tax break. Virtual deals are available to be made over the internet without the cost of travel to see the lot in person. The rising price of real estate can lead to an investment for many companies and the acreage becoming more valuable over time.

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Types of Developments and Zoning Restrictions

Many communities have zoning codes in place that regulate how certain properties may be used. These zones are put in place in order to protect the residents and other developments that are already in the area. This ensures that any new development in the area do not interfere with what is already there. This also helps the city to balance the limited resources they have to ensure the resources are used fairly. Some of the most common zoning restrictions are as follows:

• Rural: This is an area set aside for farms and other open land projects.
• Environmental: These areas are set aside to protect sensitive environmental areas such as wildlife habitats and wetlands.
• Historical: This property is set aside for the protection of historically significant structures or areas of value to the history of the city.
• Aesthetic: The city requires structures to look a certain way. This helps to preserve the original feel of the city.
• Residential: This is the area designated for single-family homes, apartments, Condos, and other residential uses.
• Commercial: This is the location of Retail stores, offices, restaurants, and theaters. This property is set aside for mixed-use developments as well. This is the combination of residential homes and storefronts.
• Industrial: These locations are where major manufacturing takes place. Some of these businesses include Auto factories, power plants, and other heavy manufacturing companies.

Examples of Potential Property Costs

A water view gently sloped partially cleared single family zoned residential lot with approximately .5 acres may retail for close to $100,000.

Single family residential lot close to the beach with water view corner lot containing around 1 acre could sell for near $295,000.

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