**Offer deadline Monday 8/4 at 7pm please** All offers will be reviewd after the deadline** Welcome to this charming, well-maintained Cape in a desirable neighborhood! Ideally located within walking distance to the brand-new Church St MBTA station for an easy Boston commute. This move-in ready 2-bedroom, 1-bath home has been thoughtfully updated for peace of mind, including a new roof, oil furnace, and LifeProof laminate flooring (2020) plus an updated kitchen and windows (2015). A full-size, partially finished basement provides extra living space, while the walk-up, stand-up attic offers exciting expansion potential. Enjoy the spacious backyard, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or grilling—complete with a storage shed and a mature Portuguese fig tree. A true blend of charm, comfort, and convenience!
Sold for $425,000
$425,000
249 Lafayette St, New Bedford, MA 02745
2beds
1,964sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
7,836 Square Feet Lot
$447,300 Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$2,206 Estimated rent
Home value
$447,300
$403,000 - $497,000
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Spacious backyardUpdated kitchenPartially finished basementLifeproof laminate flooring
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Listed by:
IB-Realty Group 617-960-6863,
Cameron Prestige, LLC 857-331-5127
Bought with:
Legacy Realty Group
Keller Williams South Watuppa
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73411836
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: First
Heating
- Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl / VCT
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,964
- Total interior livable area: 1,964 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 982
- Finished area below ground: 982
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Exterior features: Storage
Lot
- Size: 7,836 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Cleared, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:0126 L:0126,2904702
- Zoning: RA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Bedford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $216/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $360,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,080
- Date on market: 1/9/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Exclusions: Sellers Personal Property.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2025 | Sold | $425,000+10.4%$216/sqft |
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| 8/6/2025 | Contingent | $385,000$196/sqft |
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| 7/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $385,000+213%$196/sqft |
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| 5/5/2000 | Sold | $123,000$63/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,080 +9.8% | $360,700 +16.5% |
| 2024 | $3,715 +3% | $309,600 +22.7% |
| 2023 | $3,607 +7.2% | $252,400 +16.6% |
| 2022 | $3,364 +1.7% | $216,500 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,308 -0.5% | $212,200 +3.2% |
| 2020 | $3,324 +3.2% | $205,700 +5.2% |
| 2019 | $3,220 +4.1% | $195,500 +5.1% |
| 2018 | $3,093 +6.2% | $186,000 +6.6% |
| 2017 | $2,912 +6.4% | $174,500 +5.2% |
| 2016 | $2,736 +6.8% | $165,900 +1.9% |
| 2015 | $2,561 +7.4% | $162,800 +3.5% |
| 2014 | $2,385 +0.6% | $157,300 -4.9% |
| 2013 | $2,370 -2.9% | $165,400 -6.8% |
| 2012 | $2,442 +0.7% | $177,500 -5.7% |
| 2011 | $2,425 -2% | $188,300 -8.5% |
| 2010 | $2,475 +4.3% | $205,700 -0.8% |
| 2009 | $2,374 +6.3% | $207,300 -2.1% |
| 2008 | $2,234 +2.3% | $211,800 |
| 2007 | $2,184 +3.5% | $211,800 +9.1% |
| 2006 | $2,111 +0.8% | $194,200 +5.4% |
| 2005 | $2,094 +1% | $184,200 +9.8% |
| 2004 | $2,074 +7.3% | $167,700 +27.2% |
| 2003 | $1,932 +10.5% | $131,800 +16.1% |
| 2002 | $1,749 +6.2% | $113,500 +11.8% |
| 2000 | $1,647 +20% | $101,500 -1.8% |
| 1996 | $1,372 | $103,400 |
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Neighborhood: 02745
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- 2/10Charles S Ashley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
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- 1/10New Bedford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
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