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12 Sears St, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740 • South
$429,000
$349,000
Est. $2,243/month
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,188
Sq Ft
$294
Price/Sq Ft
0.09
Acres
1893
Year Built
4
Parking
30
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$80,000 Listed Jun 9, 2026 • MLS# 73532703 Copied! • Updated Jul 7, 2026

About this home

50k Price reduction. Motivated Seller! Single-family residence at 12 Sears St, New Bedford, MA, a property constructed in 1893 offering 1188 square feet of refined living space. Set on a 3764 square foot lot with a large drive w/ room for 4-6 vehicles. The residence encompasses four well-proportioned bedrooms, providing ample private accommodations. A large single full bathroom serves the home, designed for practical elegance. This maintained property represents a compelling opportunity for discerning buyers seeking a blend of charm and contemporary convenience. Large front yard, private backyard with a deck and large storage shed w/ electric.

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Property History

Market Insights

5
Price Changes
18.6%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Jul 3, 2026
$349,000 $16,000 (-4.38%)
From $365,000 to $349,000 (-4.4%)
Price Reduced
Jun 29, 2026
$365,000 $14,000 (-3.69%)
From $379,000 to $365,000 (-3.7%)
Price Reduced
Jun 22, 2026
$379,000 $10,000 (-2.57%)
From $389,000 to $379,000 (-2.6%)
Price Reduced
Jun 19, 2026
$389,000 $10,000 (-2.51%)
From $399,000 to $389,000 (-2.5%)
Price Reduced
Jun 14, 2026
$399,000 $30,000 (-6.99%)
From $429,000 to $399,000 (-7.0%)
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Listed for Sale
Jun 9, 2026
$429,000
Original listing
Office: Keller Williams South Watuppa

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $3,336 $295,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,336
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$295,000

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1893
Living Area 1,188 sq ft
Lot Size 0.09 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Other
Flooring None
Appliances Gas Water Heater
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Interior Entry, Concrete
Laundry In Basement
Features None

Exterior

Construction See Remarks
Architecture Cottage
Roof Shingle
Features Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck
Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $3,336
Assessed Value $295,000
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Seller Disclosures Solar Panels In Place Being Sold As Is.
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type []
House Color Tan
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Bristol
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 28 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1893
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,188 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Room Details

First Floor

Dining Room
Kitchen
Living Room
Master Bedroom

Second Floor

Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Walk-In Closet(s)
Bedroom2
Walk-In Closet(s)

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bathroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Concrete
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cottage
Year Built: 1893
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: See Remarks
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Other

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Other
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
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
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
B-
James B Congdon School
0.1 mi | #488 of 824 | Score: 45.0
Dropped 6 spots from last year
-13.2 below state avg
299 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
St. James-St. John School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
John B Devalles School
0.4 mi | #722 of 824 | Score: 34.1
Improved 107 spots from last year
-24.1 below state avg
292 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
Nativity Prep School
0.7 mi
Grades 05-08
Our Sisters' School
1.3 mi
Grades 05-06
C-
Roosevelt Middle School
1.4 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
F
Whaling City Junior/Senior High School
0.8 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
1.6 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+
Fairhaven High School
1.9 mi | #211 of 346 | Score: 50.5
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-7.7 below state avg
568 students Moderate
17 sports • 1,168 athletes
Strong AP Program College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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12 Sears St, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740

Listing Information

Listing Agent Richard W. Hopps II
Listing Office Keller Williams South Watuppa
Office Phone 508-677-3233
Agent MLS ID FR000761
Office MLS ID AN3817
Listing Data Updated Jul 7, 2026 3:05 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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