96-98 Clara St, New Bedford MA 02744
New Bedford, MA 02744
$639,000
Est. $3,848/month
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About this home
Welcome to this beautifully done two-family home on Clara Street. Perfect for owner-occupants or investors, this vacant turnkey property offers a total of 6 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms with modern finishes throughout. Each unit includes convenient washer/dryer hookups, and hardwood floors throughout, making everyday living easy. Outside, you'll find a large backyard and an oversized driveway with plenty of off-street parking. Located just up the street from Cisco Brewers and the beach. Easy highway access, and minutes from local restaurants, parks, and downtown amenities. Whether you're looking to generate rental income or live in one unit while renting the other, this property is an incredible opportunity in one of New Bedford's fastest-growing neighborhoods.
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Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Aug 13, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Listed for Sale
Aug 6, 2026
$639,000
Original listing
Agent: Catherine Hearn
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 08/06/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $639,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,000 | $442,100 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,000
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$442,100
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
Multi Family
Year Built
1912
Living Area
2,192 sq ft
Lot Size
0.17 acres
Stories
2
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
12
Investment Metrics
Units
2
Unit 1 Rent
— · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Interior Entry, Dirt Floor, Unfinished
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
Balcony, Rain Gutters
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,000
Assessed Value
$442,100
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Bristol
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
7 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Multi Family
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1912
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,192 sq ft
Total Rooms
12
Stories
2
Levels
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,192 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
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:
Wood, Tile
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry, Dirt Floor, Unfinished
Laundry:
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1912
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Balcony, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch:
Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
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
St. James-St. John School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Holy Family-Holy Name School
2.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Child and Family Services
2.6 mi
Grades K-12
B+
Trinity Day Academy
2.6 mi
|
#149 of 346
|
Score: 72.4
Same rank as last year
93 students
Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 04-12
C
Global Learning Charter Public School
3.7 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
4.0 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
Nazarene Christian Academy
4.1 mi
Grades PK-12
All Saints Catholic School
5.3 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Irwin M. Jacobs Elementary School
0.4 mi
|
#762 of 824
|
Score: 31.5
Improved 15 spots from last year
-26.7 below state avg
388 students
Diverse
Grades PK-05
C
William H Taylor School
0.7 mi
|
#587 of 824
|
Score: 41.5
Dropped 389 spots from last year
-16.7 below state avg
267 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Nativity Prep School
1.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Our Sisters' School
2.7 mi
Grades 05-06
C-
Roosevelt Middle School
0.2 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-
Keith Middle School
3.3 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-
Normandin Middle School
5.1 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
2.2 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
3.1 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
5.9 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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96-98 Clara St, New Bedford MA 02744
New Bedford, MA 02744
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Catherine Hearn
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-426-6900
Agent MLS ID
CN261334
Office MLS ID
BB5918
Listing Data Updated
Aug 13, 2026 3:59 PM EDT
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