138 Willis Street, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740
$272,000
Est. $1,910/month
4
Beds
1
Baths
2,100
Sq Ft
$130
Price/Sq Ft
0.06
Acres
1900
Year Built
20
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jul 23, 2025 • MLS# 73408459 Copied!

About this home

Spacious Colonial offering over 2,100 sq ft of living space, ready for your vision! This 4-bedroom home features off-street parking, a recently updated roof (2021), brand-new chimney, and upgraded electrical system. Nestled on a corner lot, the property includes a full unfinished basement, aluminum siding, and a charming front porch. The layout offers generous room sizes and the warmth of a fireplace in the living area. A great opportunity for buyers looking to create their dream home or invest in a property with solid fundamentals and room for improvement.

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,100 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $325,000
Final Sale Price: $272,000
Difference: $53,000 (-16.3%)
Performance Metrics
83.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
20
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $155
Sale $/sq ft: $130
This property sold for $130 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 16.3% below the original asking price.

With only 20 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1900
Living Area 2,100 sq ft
Lot Size 0.06 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Laminate
Appliances Gas Water Heater
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Unfinished
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $4,021
Assessed Value $355,500

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Laminate
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1900
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Radiant, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:

Location

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Neighborhood

138 Willis Street, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740

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Nearby Schools

School District
New Bedford School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
31% attend college
13% 4-Year 18% 2-Year 4% Out of State 9% Working
School Safety 2024-25
6.0% Above Average
4.2% Suspensions 1.0% In-School 1.8% Emergency
0.5% above state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
B+
Trinity Day Academy
0.2 mi | #149 of 346 | Score: 72.4
93 students Diverse
College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 04-12
Holy Family-Holy Name School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Child and Family Services
0.5 mi
Grades K-12
St. James-St. John School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Global Learning Charter Public School
1.3 mi | #263 of 346 | Score: 45.1
-13.1 below state avg
508 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-12
Nazarene Christian Academy
1.5 mi
Grades PK-12
C+
Alma del Mar Charter School
1.8 mi | #234 of 352 | Score: 37.7
-20.5 below state avg
1,042 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-08
All Saints Catholic School
2.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Early Learning Child Care
0.2 mi
Grades PK
West End Day Nursery School
0.2 mi
Grades PK
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Nativity Prep School
0.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Our Sisters' School
1.3 mi
Grades 05-06
C-
Keith Middle School
0.7 mi | #306 of 352 | Score: 30.8
-27.4 below state avg
949 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C-
Roosevelt Middle School
2.6 mi | #307 of 352 | Score: 30.8
-27.4 below state avg
759 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C-
Normandin Middle School
2.7 mi | #291 of 352 | Score: 32.1
-26.1 below state avg
990 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
F
Whaling City Junior/Senior High School
0.6 mi | #337 of 346 | Score: 21.7
-36.5 below state avg
200 students Diverse
College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
C
New Bedford High School
0.5 mi | #261 of 346 | Score: 45.3
-12.9 below state avg
2,878 students Diverse
19 sports • 1,326 athletes
Early College Program Rising School Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
C+
Greater New Bedford Vocational Technical High School
3.3 mi | #230 of 346 | Score: 48.4
-9.8 below state avg
2,151 students Diverse
19 sports • 1,754 athletes
High Graduation Rate Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Property History

Market Insights

38.2%
Price Range
21
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73463498
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Currently Listed
Dec 23, 2025
$439,900
MLS #73463498 - Active
Sold
Sep 29, 2025
$272,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 21
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Listed for Sale
Jul 23, 2025
$325,000
Original listing
Agent: Cheryl Perry Office: Lamacchia Realty, Inc

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Dec 23, 2025 Sold $439,900
Jul 23, 2025 New Listing Added $325,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
20 days
Price per Sq Ft
$130

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $4,021 $355,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,021
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$355,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Cheryl Perry
Listing Office Lamacchia Realty, Inc
Agent MLS ID CT001657
Office MLS ID AN8760

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