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987 Rockdale Avenue, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740
$468,900
Est. $2,872/month
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,060
Sq Ft
$442
Price/Sq Ft
0.21
Acres
1908
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
10
Days on Market
Active Listed Feb 14, 2026 • MLS# 73477269 Copied!

About this home

Delightful Cape-style home blending classic charm with thoughtful updates. This welcoming 3-bedroom property showcases an open-concept design that creates an airy, comfortable setting ideal for both relaxed daily living and easy entertaining. The finished basement offers bonus space and an updated laundry area. Step outside to your private backyard featuring a spacious fenced yard, ideal for pets, play, or gatherings. Enjoy summer days by the pool and relax year-round in the hot tub. The property includes a shed with electric; perfect for a workshop or hobby space, plus an additional storage shed for even more versatility. Ideally located less than a mile from Buttonwood Park and walking distance to local schools, this home offers easy access to the highway, supermarkets, dining, and daily essentials. Just a short drive to the train station, it's perfect for commuters seeking both comfort and convenience. Don’t miss the chance to make this house your home. Schedule your showing today!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1908
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,060 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1908
Living Area 1,060 sq ft
Lot Size 0.21 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Vinyl, Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Bonus Room

Exterior

Construction Frame, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Deck - Wood, Pool - Above Ground, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Other
Pool Above Ground
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Paved
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $3,609
Assessed Value $319,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Bonus Room
Windows:
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1908
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Granite

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Pool - Above Ground, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Other
Patio & Porch: Deck - Wood
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Paved

Special Features

Pool: Private Pool
Pool Features: Above Ground
Community Amenities: Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Public School

Location

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Neighborhood

987 Rockdale Avenue, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740

Walkability

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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
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
B+
Trinity Day Academy
0.7 mi | #149 of 346 | Score: 72.4
Same rank as last year
93 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
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
Child and Family Services
1.2 mi
Grades K-12
St. James-St. John School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Global Learning Charter Public School
1.7 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
2.2 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
3.0 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Elizabeth Carter Brooks School
0.1 mi | #6 of 12 | Score: 44.4
Improved 400 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
261 students Diverse
Rising School 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
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Our Sisters' School
1.0 mi
Grades 05-06
Nativity Prep School
1.4 mi
Grades 05-08
C-
Keith Middle School
0.3 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
3.0 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
C-
Roosevelt Middle School
3.0 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
1.1 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
0.3 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
3.5 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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Property History

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Feb 14, 2026
$468,900
Original listing
Office: Lamacchia Realty, Inc

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 14, 2026 New Listing Added $468,900 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
10 days
Price per Sq Ft
$442

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $3,609 $319,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,609
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$319,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Wendy Andrade
Listing Office Lamacchia Realty, Inc
Agent MLS ID CN233994
Office MLS ID AN8760
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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