For sale

Price cut: $10K (8/25)

$439,999

188 Washington St, New Bedford, MA 02740

3beds

1,255sqft

$2,817/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1904

2,148 Square Feet Lot

$438,700 Zestimate^®

$351/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Owned solar panelsComposite deckingFirst-floor laundryNew sidingVinyl fencingHardwood floorsNew appliances

All major upgrades are complete in this move-in-ready 3-bed, 2-bath home, which features owned solar panels and extremely low utility costs. Pride of ownership shines throughout this beautifully maintained property. Recent improvements include new siding, Andersen windows, composite decking, vinyl fencing, a concrete driveway, new appliances, and a first-floor laundry. To further reduce utility bills, the seller has installed energy-efficient wall-mounted heating and cooling units throughout the home. The seller currently receives credits back from the electric company, making this home as efficient as it is beautiful. Additional highlights include hardwood floors, a large kitchen, a finished basement with a walkout, and a gas-line-connected fire pit perfect for outdoor gatherings on the beautiful composite deck.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Level: Second

Bedroom 2

Level: Second

Bedroom 3

Level: Second

Bathroom 1

Level: First

Bathroom 2

Level: Second

Dining room

Level: First

Kitchen

Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Wall Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: First Floor

Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,255
Total interior livable area: 1,255 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,255

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
Uncovered spaces: 3

Features

Patio & porch: Porch, Deck - Composite
Exterior features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Fenced Yard
Fencing: Fenced
Waterfront features: Ocean, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)

Lot

Size: 2,148 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: M:0029 L:0213,2887038
Zoning: MUB

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cape
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1904

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven

Green energy

Energy generation: Solar

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: New Bedford

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $351/sqft
Tax assessed value: $343,200
Annual tax amount: $3,882
Date on market: 5/25/2026

Estimated market value

$438,700

$417,000 - $461,000

$2,211/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/25/2026	Price change	$439,999-2.2%$351/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73523578 Report a problem
5/25/2026	Listed for sale	$449,999+493.3%$359/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73523578 Report a problem
2/26/1996	Sold	$75,850$60/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,882 +7.7%	$343,200 +14.2%
2024	$3,605 -7.8%	$300,400 +9.8%
2023	$3,910 +9.4%	$273,600 +19%
2022	$3,573 +4%	$229,900 +4.3%
2021	$3,436 +5.9%	$220,400 +9.8%
2020	$3,245 +5.3%	$200,800 +7.3%
2019	$3,082 +8.4%	$187,100 +9.4%
2018	$2,844 +6%	$171,000 +6.3%
2017	$2,684 +5.6%	$160,800 +4.3%
2016	$2,541 -1.6%	$154,100 -6.2%
2015	$2,583 +5.3%	$164,200 +1.5%
2014	$2,453 +4.3%	$161,800 -1.4%
2013	$2,352 +0.3%	$164,100 -3.7%
2012	$2,345 -2.1%	$170,400 -8.4%
2011	$2,396 -0.5%	$186,000 -7%
2010	$2,407 +6.7%	$200,100 +1.6%
2009	$2,255 +4.1%	$196,900 -4.1%
2008	$2,166 +1.5%	$205,300 -0.8%
2007	$2,134 +7.9%	$207,000 +13.7%
2006	$1,978 +6.5%	$182,000 +11.4%
2005	$1,858 +6.5%	$163,400 +15.8%
2004	$1,745 +21.4%	$141,100 +44%
2003	$1,437 +6.4%	$98,000 +11.7%
2002	$1,351 +19.6%	$87,700 +26%
2000	$1,130 +15.5%	$69,600 -5.6%
1996	$978	$73,700