343 Purchase St, New Bedford MA 02740
New Bedford, MA 02740
$499,900
Est. $3,104/month
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Open House Schedule
13
Sep
Sunday, September 13
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
12
Sep
Saturday, September 12
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM EDT
About this home
Welcome to 343 Purchase Street, a well-maintained and thoughtfully updated two-family offering flexibility, character, and inviting outdoor space. The second-floor unit features a unique cottage-style layout with additional finished living space in the attic, providing 2–3 bedrooms and plenty of room to spread out. The property has benefited from updates and steady maintenance, along with solar panels serving the second-floor unit.Outside, a secure fenced yard and deck create a private outdoor sanctuary—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, gardening, or enjoying summer evenings at home. With its combination of updates, versatile living space, and pride of ownership, this two-family is an excellent opportunity for an owner-occupant or investor looking for a property that has been very well cared for.
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Property History
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Listed for Sale
Sep 6, 2026
$499,900
Original listing
Agent: Michelle Gerez
Office: RE/MAX Impact
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/06/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $499,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,518 | $399,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,518
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$399,500
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Year Built
1878
Living Area
2,039 sq ft
Lot Size
0.08 acres
Stories
3
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
10
Investment Metrics
Units
2
Unit 1 Rent
— · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
Vinyl
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
Unfinished
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Stone
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,518
Assessed Value
$399,500
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Subject To Sellers To Find Suitable Housing
Exclusions
Appliances Excluded From Sale Except 2 Stoves To Convey
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Unit 2 cottage style
Documents
None
County
Bristol
Property Overview
Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1878
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,039 sq ft
Total Rooms
10
Stories
3
Levels
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,039 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
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:
Vinyl
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1878
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Stone
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Block
Stories:
3
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Electric
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem
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
St. James-St. John School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Holy Family-Holy Name School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Trinity Day Academy
1.1 mi
|
#149 of 346
|
Score: 72.4
Same rank as last year
87 students
Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 04-12
Child and Family Services
1.1 mi
Grades K-12
C
Global Learning Charter Public School
2.3 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
Nazarene Christian Academy
2.6 mi
Grades PK-12
C+
Alma del Mar Charter School
2.7 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
All Saints Catholic School
3.9 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Alfred J Gomes School
0.1 mi
|
#688 of 825
|
Score: 36.5
Improved 90 spots from last year
-21.7 below state avg
660 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-05
C+
James B Congdon School
0.5 mi
|
#508 of 825
|
Score: 44.5
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-13.7 below state avg
304 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Nativity Prep School
0.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Our Sisters' School
1.5 mi
Grades 05-06
C-
Roosevelt Middle School
1.3 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-
Keith Middle School
1.9 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-
Normandin Middle School
3.8 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
0.7 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
1.6 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
4.5 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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343 Purchase St, New Bedford MA 02740
New Bedford, MA 02740
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Michelle Gerez
Listing Office
RE/MAX Impact
Office Phone
508-717-3070
Agent MLS ID
CN229499
Office MLS ID
AN7664
Listing Data Updated
Sep 6, 2026 1:26 PM EDT
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