Presenting an exceptional opportunity at 198 Bolton St, New Bedford, MA, a single-family residence constructed in 1957. This distinguished property encompasses 1,350 sq. ft. of meticulously designed living space, offering an a blend of classic charm & functional elegance. The residence provides 5 bedrooms, each offering distinct possibilities for private repose or versatile use as a home office. NEW updated kitchen with beautiful granite countertops and SS appliances. Complementing the living quarters are two full bathrooms, designed for both convenience & comfort. Property has a 1-car garage, providing secure parking & additional storage solutions. The expansive lot offers considerable outdoor space for recreation & potential landscape design. This property represents a refined living experience, inviting discerning buyers to explore its full potential. Newer roof, freshly painted, new patio w/pergola, newer oil tank, water heater, power shades & whole house water filtration system.
Pending
Price cut: $25K (5/26)
$499,900
198 Bolton St, New Bedford, MA 02740
5beds
1,350sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$3,200/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
7,627 Square Feet Lot
$497,000 Zestimate®
$370/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Newer roofPower shadesFreshly painted
- 44 days |
- 159 |
- 1 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Svein Benestad 248-563-9738,
Century 21 Signature Properties 508-999-4541
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73515603
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,350
- Total interior livable area: 1,350 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,350
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach
Lot
- Size: 7,627 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: M:0017 L:0287,2884946
- Zoning: RB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Park, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Bedford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $370/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $378,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,282
- Date on market: 6/16/2026
Estimated market value
$497,000
$472,000 - $522,000
$2,386/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Pending sale | $499,900$370/sqft |
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| 6/8/2026 | Contingent | $499,900$370/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Price change | $499,900-4.8%$370/sqft |
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| 5/18/2026 | Price change | $524,900-4.5%$389/sqft |
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| 5/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,900$407/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,282 +6.8% | $378,600 +13.3% |
| 2024 | $4,010 -4.2% | $334,200 +14.1% |
| 2023 | $4,184 +7.3% | $292,800 +16.7% |
| 2022 | $3,901 +3.7% | $251,000 +4% |
| 2021 | $3,763 +4.3% | $241,400 +8.2% |
| 2020 | $3,607 +4% | $223,200 +6% |
| 2019 | $3,467 +6.5% | $210,500 +7.5% |
| 2018 | $3,256 +4.6% | $195,800 +5% |
| 2017 | $3,113 +4.7% | $186,500 +3.4% |
| 2016 | $2,973 +7% | $180,300 +2% |
| 2015 | $2,779 +4.8% | $176,700 +1% |
| 2014 | $2,651 +1.6% | $174,900 -4% |
| 2013 | $2,609 +1% | $182,100 -3% |
| 2012 | $2,584 -2.4% | $187,800 -8.7% |
| 2011 | $2,648 +1% | $205,600 -5.6% |
| 2010 | $2,621 +4.3% | $217,900 -0.8% |
| 2009 | $2,514 +4.1% | $219,600 -4.1% |
| 2008 | $2,416 +6.4% | $229,000 +3.9% |
| 2007 | $2,271 -1.3% | $220,300 +4.1% |
| 2006 | $2,301 +5.7% | $211,700 +10.5% |
| 2005 | $2,177 +2.8% | $191,500 +11.9% |
| 2004 | $2,117 +7.5% | $171,100 +27.3% |
| 2003 | $1,970 +9.9% | $134,400 +15.6% |
| 2002 | $1,792 +17.2% | $116,300 +23.5% |
| 2000 | $1,529 +1.1% | $94,200 -17.4% |
| 1996 | $1,513 | $114,000 |
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Neighborhood: 02740
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10John B DeValles Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Roosevelt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 1/10New Bedford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
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