70 Fairmount St, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740 • West
$525,000
Est. $3,212/month
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20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.

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3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,562
Sq Ft
$336
Price/Sq Ft
0.21
Acres
1967
Year Built
1
Garage Space
45
Days on Market
For Sale Open House Listed Aug 17, 2026 • MLS# 73564494 Copied! • Updated Sep 30, 2026

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Open House Schedule

03
Oct
Saturday, October 3
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM EDT
04
Oct
Sunday, October 4
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT

About this home

Welcome to 70 Fairmount Street in New Bedford! This well-loved and meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is truly move-in ready and waiting for its next owners. Pride of ownership is evident throughout, with numerous improvements including a newer roof with a transferable 50-year warranty, radon mitigation system, french drains, water-vapor wall insulation, and all but one window replaced. Conveniently located near Buttonwood Park with easy access to highways, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, this home offers both comfort and convenience. From the thoughtful improvements inside to the carefully maintained exterior, it's clear that a lot of love has been poured into this property over the years. And the lawn? Let's just say it may have received more attention than some members of the family! A truly cared-for home that's ready for its next chapter—just move in and make it your own.

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Property History

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Property Timeline

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Back On Market
Sep 29, 2026
Active
📋
Status: Active under contract
Sep 4, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
⏳
Pending Sale
Sep 1, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
🏠
Listed for Sale
Aug 17, 2026
$525,000
Original listing
Agent: Megan Hunt Office: RE/MAX Vantage

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $4,288 $379,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,288
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$379,100

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1967
Living Area 1,562 sq ft
Lot Size 0.21 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 3
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $4,288
Assessed Value $379,100
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Bristol
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 31 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1967
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,562 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Levels
Multi/Split

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1967
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

View: Yes
View Type: City View(s)
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School
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
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
B+
Trinity Day Academy
0.8 mi | #149 of 346 | Score: 72.4
Same rank as last year
87 students Diverse
College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 04-12
Nazarene Christian Academy
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
Holy Family-Holy Name School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Child and Family Services
1.3 mi
Grades K-12
St. James-St. John School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Global Learning Charter Public School
1.8 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
2.4 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
3.2 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Elizabeth Carter Brooks School
0.2 mi | #6 of 12 | Score: 44.4
Improved 400 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
271 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
F
Thomas R Rodman School
0.4 mi | #798 of 825 | Score: 28.7
Dropped 37 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
210 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Our Sisters' School
0.9 mi
Grades 05-06
Nativity Prep School
1.5 mi
Grades 05-08
C-
Keith Middle School
0.4 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
3.0 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
3.1 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
F
Whaling City Junior/Senior High School
1.2 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
0.5 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
3.6 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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70 Fairmount St, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740

Listing Information

Listing Agent Megan Hunt
Listing Office RE/MAX Vantage
Office Phone 508-999-4424
Agent MLS ID CN248066
Office MLS ID AN4523
Listing Data Updated Sep 30, 2026 3:30 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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