Welcome to 178 Lafayette St, a New Bedford home offering comfort, functionality, and plenty of outdoor enjoyment. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath property features spacious bedrooms along with tile and hardwood flooring throughout. The kitchen and living areas provide a practical layout suited for everyday convenience. The partially finished basement offers room for storage, hobbies, or future customization. Outside, the property truly shines with a nice-sized yard, an in-ground pool, and plenty of space for relaxing or hosting. The 1-car garage includes an extended rear room that can be used for storage, workshop needs, or an extra entertaining area. Located in a convenient neighborhood close to local amenities, this home offers a well-rounded opportunity for buyers seeking indoor comfort and outdoor living in one inviting package.
For sale
$399,900
178 Lafayette St, New Bedford, MA 02745
2beds
832sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
6,800 Square Feet Lot
$388,500 Zestimate®
$481/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
In-ground poolNice-sized yardSpacious bedrooms
- 176 days
- 299
- 21
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Team ROSO 508-951-4104,
RE/MAX Vantage 774-992-0297,
Ronald Oliveira 508-733-5931
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73448999
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 832
- Total interior livable area: 832 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 832
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Exterior features: Pool - Inground, Storage
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
Lot
- Size: 6,800 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:0114 L:0245,2901986
- Zoning: RB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Bedford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $481/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $383,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,336
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
Estimated market value
$388,500
$369,000 - $408,000
$2,257/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,900$481/sqft |
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| 8/17/2026 | Listing removed | $399,900$481/sqft |
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| 8/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,900$481/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Pending sale | $399,900$481/sqft |
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| 4/13/2026 | Contingent | $399,900$481/sqft |
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| 10/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $399,900+60%$481/sqft |
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| 12/29/2020 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/13/2020 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 11/15/2005 | Sold | $250,000$300/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,336 +7.5% | $383,400 +14.1% |
| 2024 | $4,032 -2.9% | $336,000 +15.7% |
| 2023 | $4,151 +8% | $290,500 +17.5% |
| 2022 | $3,843 +1.6% | $247,300 +1.9% |
| 2021 | $3,782 +3.1% | $242,600 +6.8% |
| 2020 | $3,670 +2.2% | $227,100 +4.1% |
| 2019 | $3,592 +6.6% | $218,100 +7.6% |
| 2018 | $3,371 +6.3% | $202,700 +6.7% |
| 2017 | $3,171 +7.2% | $190,000 +5.9% |
| 2016 | $2,958 +5.8% | $179,400 +0.9% |
| 2015 | $2,797 +5.7% | $177,800 +1.9% |
| 2014 | $2,645 -0.3% | $174,500 -5.8% |
| 2013 | $2,654 -2.4% | $185,200 -6.3% |
| 2012 | $2,720 +4.1% | $197,700 -2.5% |
| 2011 | $2,612 -3% | $202,800 -9.4% |
| 2010 | $2,692 +3.3% | $223,800 -1.7% |
| 2009 | $2,607 +6.5% | $227,700 -1.9% |
| 2008 | $2,448 +2.3% | $232,000 |
| 2007 | $2,392 +12.2% | $232,000 +18.3% |
| 2006 | $2,132 +0.2% | $196,100 +4.8% |
| 2005 | $2,128 -1.8% | $187,200 +6.9% |
| 2004 | $2,166 +3.4% | $175,100 +22.5% |
| 2003 | $2,095 +8% | $142,900 +13.6% |
| 2002 | $1,939 +14.7% | $125,800 +20.7% |
| 2000 | $1,691 +25.3% | $104,200 +2.5% |
| 1996 | $1,350 | $101,700 |
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