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542 County St # 5, New Bedford MA 02740
New Bedford, MA 02740
$1,300/mo
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About this home
Victorian charm with HEAT INCLUDED! This cozy 462 sq. ft. second-floor, one-bedroom apartment offers character, convenience, and affordable living in a great New Bedford location. Featuring original hardwood floors, high ceilings, beautiful woodwork, and plenty of natural light throughout. The living room features a decorative fireplace that adds to the apartment's historic charm. Freshly painted and full of character, this apartment is ideal for someone looking for a smaller, easy-to-maintain space. Conveniently located near downtown New Bedford, shopping, restaurants, public transportation, and major routes. Best of all, HEAT IS INCLUDED IN THE RENT, helping keep monthly expenses predictable during those cold New England winters! On-site laundry facilities available. Tenant is responsible for electricity and gas for hot water and cooking. Street parking only; no off-street parking available. A charming apartment in a convenient location with the added savings of included heat!NON-SMOKING, NO-PETS PROPERTY. 2.5X VERIFIABLE INCOME, 600+ CREDIT SCORE, NO EVICTIONS, STRONG LANDLORD REFERENCE REQUIRED. $40 APPLICATION FEE. PHOTO ID & PROOF OF INCOME REQUIRED.
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Price & Status History
Property Timeline
Listed for Rent
Oct 19, 2026
$1,300
Original listing
Agent: Becky Lynn Rosen
Office: Rosen Property Management, Inc.
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/19/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $1,300 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Year Built
1900
Living Area
462 sq ft
Lot Size
0.00
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Rental Details
Available
Available Now
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Gardener, Occupancy Only, Laundry Facilities
Security Deposit
$1,300
Required
First MonthLast MonthDepositReferences
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas, Hot Water
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
None
Laundry
In Basement, In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
5
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Documents
None
County
Bristol
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
462 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
462 sq ft above grade
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FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
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FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
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Display Options
Room Markers
KKitchen (1)
BABathroom (1)
LLiving (1)
BRBedroom (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:
Appliances:
Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Basement, In Building
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1900
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Natural Gas, Hot Water
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
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
0.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Child and Family Services
0.3 mi
Grades K-12
B+
Trinity Day Academy
0.4 mi
|
#149 of 346
|
Score: 72.4
Same rank as last year
87 students
Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 04-12
St. James-St. John School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Global Learning Charter Public School
1.5 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
1.9 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
2.0 mi
Grades PK-12
All Saints Catholic School
3.1 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
0.3 mi
Grades PK
Middle Schools
5 schools
Nativity Prep School
0.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Our Sisters' School
1.4 mi
Grades 05-06
C-
Keith Middle School
1.1 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
2.2 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
3.0 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
0.9 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
3.7 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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Neighborhood
542 County St # 5, New Bedford MA 02740
New Bedford, MA 02740
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Becky Lynn Rosen
Listing Office
Rosen Property Management, Inc.
Office Phone
508-673-7900
Agent MLS ID
A8001437
Office MLS ID
AN0339
Listing Data Updated
Oct 19, 2026 10:16 AM EDT
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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