How SRTA’s Transit Expansion Could Impact Real Estate on the South Coast

by Molly Armando

Big news for anyone living or thinking about living on the South Coast: SRTA just extended its free fare program for another year. On top of that, they’re rolling out new microtransit vans to help more people connect to the South Coast Rail stations in New Bedford and Fall River.

And while this sounds like great news for commuters (it is), it’s also a big deal for real estate.

Access to public transportation has always been a game-changer in the housing market. In other parts of the country, homes near transit lines tend to sell faster and see stronger appreciation. With the South Coast officially on the commuter rail map and SRTA filling in the last-mile gaps, neighborhoods near these routes just became a whole lot more attractive to buyers and renters.

If you own a home near a SRTA route or rail station, this could bump up your walkability score and make your property more appealing. Especially to younger buyers, Boston-area commuters, and renters looking for flexibility and affordability. More transit access can also support higher-density zoning, which has long-term value implications.

If you’re buying, this might be your window. These neighborhoods may still be undervalued compared to what they’ll be in a few years. And with car-free or car-light living now more realistic, the appeal keeps growing.

At TIDES, we’re not just tracking prices. We’re paying attention to how people actually live. And transportation is a big part of that. It’s about time, convenience, and connection. Things that matter whether you’re relocating, downsizing, or investing.

This is just the beginning. With Sunday service here to stay and on-demand microtransit expanding, neighborhoods once overlooked are stepping into the spotlight.

Curious about the transit changes? Read the full article here.

Want to know what this could mean for your next move or your current property? Let’s talk. That’s what we’re here for.

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