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162 Elm St, New Bedford MA 02740
New Bedford, MA 02740
$265,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$325,000
Final Sale Price:
$265,000
Difference:
$60,000 (-18.5%)
Performance Metrics
81.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
69
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$158
Sale $/sq ft:
$129
This property sold for $129 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 18.5% below the original asking price.
The property spent 69 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 7 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$129/sq ft
Area Median
$247/sq ft
Difference
47.8%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Own a piece of New Bedford history at 162 Elm Street—built in 1855 and one of the three oldest homes still standing on Elm St. This 2,182 sq ft, 4-bed, 2-bath cottage-style home features a gable roof, a curved front staircase, a second back staircase to the kitchen, and original details including a fireplace. Zoned MUB, it offers flexible residential or business use. Located in the downtown area just blocks from City Hall, courthouses, the Registry of Deeds, public library, Whaling Museum, and Waterfront. Close access to public transit, commuter rail, and highways. The home needs updating and restoration but offers incredible potential. It’s the largest single-family home < / = 325K currently for sale in the city.
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
45.8%
Price Range
70
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73602279
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Nov 15, 2026
$489,000
MLS #73602279 - Active
Sold
Nov 14, 2025
$265,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 70
Listed for Sale
Aug 20, 2025
$325,000
Original listing
Agent: Deborah McLaughlin
Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/15/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $489,000 | - | - | MLS #73602279 - Active |
| 11/14/2025 | ✓ Sold | $265,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 08/20/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $325,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,344 | $384,100 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,344
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$384,100
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1855
Living Area
2,058 sq ft
Lot Size
0.10 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
9
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
See Remarks
Architecture
Cottage
Roof
Other
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Off Street, Unpaved
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
Other (see Remarks)
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,344
Assessed Value
$384,100
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Other (see Remarks)
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Gray
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Bristol
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
70 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1855
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,058 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,058 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Cottage
Year Built:
1855
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
See Remarks
Roof:
Other
Foundation:
Other
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Natural Gas
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Other
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Off Street, Unpaved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility
Nearby Schools
School District
New Bedford School District local
D
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Holy Family-Holy Name School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Child and Family Services
0.5 mi
Grades K-12
St. James-St. John School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Trinity Day Academy
0.5 mi
|
#149 of 346
|
Score: 72.4
Same rank as last year
87 students
Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 04-12
C
Global Learning Charter Public School
1.7 mi
|
#273 of 346
|
Score: 45.2
Dropped 3 spots from last year
-13 below state avg
501 students
Diverse
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades 05-12
C+
Alma del Mar Charter School
2.1 mi
|
#232 of 352
|
Score: 37.7
Improved 36 spots from last year
-20.5 below state avg
1,044 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-08
Nazarene Christian Academy
2.1 mi
Grades PK-12
All Saints Catholic School
3.3 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Sgt. William H. Carney Memorial Academy Elementary School
0.2 mi
|
#704 of 825
|
Score: 35.4
Improved 112 spots from last year
-22.8 below state avg
649 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
West End Day Nursery School
0.4 mi
Grades PK
Middle Schools
5 schools
Nativity Prep School
0.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Our Sisters' School
1.4 mi
Grades 05-06
C-
Keith Middle School
1.3 mi
|
#307 of 352
|
Score: 31.0
Dropped 18 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
918 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C-
Roosevelt Middle School
2.0 mi
|
#305 of 352
|
Score: 31.3
Improved 43 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
779 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C-
Normandin Middle School
3.2 mi
|
#295 of 352
|
Score: 32.1
Improved 9 spots from last year
-26.1 below state avg
922 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
F
Whaling City Junior/Senior High School
0.2 mi
|
#338 of 346
|
Score: 21.9
Improved 16 spots from last year
-36.3 below state avg
190 students
Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
C
New Bedford High School
1.0 mi
|
#262 of 346
|
Score: 46.3
Improved 39 spots from last year
-11.9 below state avg
2,792 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
3.8 mi
|
#232 of 346
|
Score: 49.4
Dropped 43 spots from last year
-8.8 below state avg
2,161 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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162 Elm St, New Bedford MA 02740
New Bedford, MA 02740
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Deborah McLaughlin
Listing Office
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties
Office Phone
508-991-6661
Agent MLS ID
A8000343
Office MLS ID
AN8166
Listing Data Updated
Nov 14, 2025 1:19 PM EST
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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