CONTRACTORS AND INVESTORS TAKE NOTE! MOTIVATED SELLER! Step into history with the iconic James Taylor Home, circa 1859, located just steps from the heart of New Bedford’s famed Whaling Seaport. Surrounded by renowned restaurants, charming shops, and the newly operational commuter rail, this prime location offers both convenience and character. This historic gem presents endless possibilities. Restore it to its original grandeur or capitalize on a unique investment opportunity and expand your portfolio. A rare chance to own a piece of New Bedford history in an unbeatable location! The city currently has it identified as three units, two in the main house and a third in the detached building. The main home presents an opportunity to potentially expand the number of units in it with proper city approval. The main home is now completely empty and there is one remaining tenant in the back home who would like to stay if possible. Buyer should also perform their own due diligence.
For sale
Price cut: $24.9K (9/1)
$475,000
179 Cottage St, New Bedford, MA 02740
6beds
3,830sqft
4 Family
Built in 1859
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$124/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Five-family property
- 52 days
- 922
- 55
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brian Balestracci 508-542-0161,
Milestone Realty, Inc. 508-989-6371
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73507908
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Features
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,830
- Total interior livable area: 3,830 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,830
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Tandem, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Screened
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Waterfront features: Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 6,695 Square Feet
- Features: Cleared, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:0051 L:0297,2891678
- Zoning: RA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 4 Family
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Granite
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1859
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: New Bedford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $124/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $666,900
- Annual tax amount: $7,543
- Date on market: 7/16/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Total actual rent: 2650
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,103/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Price change | $475,000-5%$124/sqft |
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| 8/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,900$131/sqft |
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| 6/9/2026 | Pending sale | $499,900$131/sqft |
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| 5/27/2026 | Contingent | $499,900$131/sqft |
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| 5/10/2026 | Price change | $499,900-9.1%$131/sqft |
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| 4/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $550,000$144/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,543 +4.7% | $666,900 +11.1% |
| 2024 | $7,204 +24.4% | $600,300 +48.1% |
| 2023 | $5,793 +29.3% | $405,400 +40.7% |
| 2022 | $4,479 +1% | $288,200 +1.3% |
| 2021 | $4,434 -15.9% | $284,400 -12.8% |
| 2020 | $5,271 +2.8% | $326,200 +4.8% |
| 2019 | $5,125 +13% | $311,200 +14.1% |
| 2018 | $4,535 +9% | $272,700 +9.4% |
| 2017 | $4,159 +6% | $249,200 +4.7% |
| 2016 | $3,925 +8% | $238,000 +3% |
| 2015 | $3,635 +9.4% | $231,100 +5.4% |
| 2014 | $3,323 +4.1% | $219,200 -1.6% |
| 2013 | $3,191 -1.4% | $222,700 -5.3% |
| 2012 | $3,236 -6.1% | $235,200 -12.1% |
| 2011 | $3,445 +0.3% | $267,500 -6.3% |
| 2010 | $3,435 -1.9% | $285,500 -6.6% |
| 2009 | $3,501 +0.2% | $305,800 -7.6% |
| 2008 | $3,493 +2.3% | $331,100 |
| 2007 | $3,414 +3.1% | $331,100 +8.7% |
| 2006 | $3,311 +8.1% | $304,600 +13% |
| 2005 | $3,064 +4.7% | $269,500 +13.9% |
| 2004 | $2,927 +5.4% | $236,600 +24.9% |
| 2003 | $2,777 +30% | $189,400 +36.7% |
| 2002 | $2,136 +5.6% | $138,600 +11.2% |
| 2000 | $2,022 +25.4% | $124,600 +2.6% |
| 1996 | $1,612 | $121,500 |
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