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162 Elm St New Bedford, MA 02740

Single Family $325,000



Own a piece of New Bedford history at 162 Elm Street—built in 1855 and one of the three oldest homes still standing on Elm St. This 2,182 sq ft, 4-bed, 2-bath cottage-style home features a gable roof, a curved front staircase, a second back staircase to the kitchen, and original details including a fireplace. Zoned MUB, it offers flexible residential or business use. Located in the downtown area just blocks from City Hall, courthouses, the Registry of Deeds, public library, Whaling Museum, and Waterfront. Close access to public transit, commuter rail, and highways. The home needs updating and restoration but offers incredible potential. It’s the largest single-family home < / = 325K currently for sale in the city.


General Information for 162 Elm St New Bedford, MA 02740

Town New Bedford
County Bristol
Style Cottage
SQFT 2,058
Status Available
Listing Number 73420135 (MLSPIN)

Rooms Information for 162 Elm St New Bedford, MA 02740

Master Bath Features No

Interior Information for 162 Elm St New Bedford, MA 02740

Basement Full
Interior Features Hardwood
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling None
Fireplace 1
Appliances Gas Water Heater

Exterior Information for 162 Elm St New Bedford, MA 02740

Lot Size 0.10 acres
Lot Description Other
Construction See Remarks
Parking Spaces: 2
Off Street
Unpaved
Lot Other
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer

Neighborhood Information for 162 Elm St New Bedford, MA 02740

Neighborhood Amenities Public Transportation
Shopping
Medical Facility

Miscellaneous Information for 162 Elm St New Bedford, MA 02740

Year Built 1855
Association Fee 0
Taxes $4,344 /Yr
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