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551 Union St, New Bedford MA 02740
New Bedford, MA 02740
$389,900
Est. $2,531/month
About this home
Discover the inviting charm of 551 Union St in New Bedford, MA. This single-family residence, built in 1896, offers a comfortable living space and is ready for you to move in. The kitchen features a convenient peninsula and an open-plan design that seamlessly connects with the living room, creating an ideal space for daily life and entertaining. This residence offers three bedrooms, providing ample private space. Complementing these are one full bathroom and one half bathroom, designed for everyday functionality. Beyond the interior, the property includes solar panels, contributing to efficiency. A welcoming porch offers a pleasant outdoor extension of the home. The spacious back yard is perfect for entertaining .
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Property History
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Listed for Sale
Jun 24, 2026
$389,900
Original listing
Agent: Team ROSO
Office: RE/MAX Vantage
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $389,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,317 | $381,700 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,317
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$381,700
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1896
Living Area
1,203 sq ft
Lot Size
0.05 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances
Tankless Water Heater
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Other (see Remarks)
Roof
Shingle
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,317
Assessed Value
$381,700
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Subject To Seller Finding Suitable Housing Must Close On September 25, 2026
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Bristol
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
4 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1896
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,203 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,203 sq ft above grade
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LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (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:
Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances:
Tankless Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Other (See Remarks)
Year Built:
1896
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling:
Wall Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
B+
Trinity Day Academy
0.5 mi
|
#149 of 346
|
Score: 72.4
Same rank as last year
93 students
Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 04-12
Holy Family-Holy Name School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
St. James-St. John School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Child and Family Services
1.0 mi
Grades K-12
Nazarene Christian Academy
1.7 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Global Learning Charter Public School
2.0 mi
|
#263 of 346
|
Score: 45.1
Improved 7 spots from last year
-13.1 below state avg
508 students
Diverse
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-12
C+
Alma del Mar Charter School
2.5 mi
|
#234 of 352
|
Score: 37.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-20.5 below state avg
1,042 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-08
All Saints Catholic School
3.5 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Ellen R Hathaway School
0.1 mi
|
#749 of 824
|
Score: 32.5
Dropped 81 spots from last year
-25.7 below state avg
201 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
F
Thomas R Rodman School
0.4 mi
|
#796 of 824
|
Score: 29.1
Dropped 35 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
200 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Our Sisters' School
0.7 mi
Grades 05-06
Nativity Prep School
0.8 mi
Grades 05-08
C-
Keith Middle School
1.0 mi
|
#306 of 352
|
Score: 30.8
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-27.4 below state avg
949 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C-
Roosevelt Middle School
2.2 mi
|
#307 of 352
|
Score: 30.8
Improved 41 spots from last year
-27.4 below state avg
759 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C-
Normandin Middle School
3.4 mi
|
#291 of 352
|
Score: 32.1
Improved 13 spots from last year
-26.1 below state avg
990 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
F
Whaling City Junior/Senior High School
0.6 mi
|
#337 of 346
|
Score: 21.7
Improved 17 spots from last year
-36.5 below state avg
200 students
Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
C
New Bedford High School
0.8 mi
|
#261 of 346
|
Score: 45.3
Improved 40 spots from last year
-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
4.0 mi
|
#230 of 346
|
Score: 48.4
Dropped 41 spots from last year
-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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551 Union St, New Bedford MA 02740
New Bedford, MA 02740
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Team ROSO
Listing Office
RE/MAX Vantage
Office Phone
774-992-0297
Agent MLS ID
TM333617
Office MLS ID
AN3217
Listing Data Updated
Jun 28, 2026 4:05 AM EDT
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