Charming Bungalow nestled in the desirable South End of New Bedford. This cozy single-family home offers comfort and convenience in a prime location. It features two bedrooms, one bath, and a bonus room on the second floor, perfect for a home office, guest space, or additional living area. Relax in the inviting family room, which includes a fireplace, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere year-round. Enjoy the privacy of a fenced-in backyard, ideal for entertaining or unwinding outdoors. Just a short stroll away, you'll find Hazelwood Park, which is near the beaches, making it easy to embrace coastal living. Whether you're looking for a starter home or a peaceful retreat near the water, this charming bungalow is a must-see! New water tank installed 4/2025, roof and windows done within the last 5 years (except basement), solar panels are paid off and come with sale of home.
Sold for $400,000
$400,000
55 Fern St, New Bedford, MA 02744
2beds
1,312sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
4,574 Square Feet Lot
$409,800 Zestimate®
$305/sqft
$1,918 Estimated rent
Home value
$409,800
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Inviting family roomFenced-in backyard
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Listed by:
Angie Almeida 774-930-2396,
LPT Realty - Home & Key Group 877-366-2213,
Angie Almeida 774-930-2396
Bought with:
Phillip Medeiros
LPT Realty - Home & Key Group
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73391290
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Heating
- Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Other
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,312
- Total interior livable area: 1,312 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,312
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Waterfront features: Walk to, 0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 4,574 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:0010 L:0096,2883626
- Zoning: RB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Park, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Bedford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $305/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $311,100
- Annual tax amount: $3,519
- Date on market: 12/19/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/30/2025 | Sold | $400,000+0%$305/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73391290 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $399,900+332.3%$305/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73391290 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/1999 | Sold | $92,500$71/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,519 +2.6% | $311,100 +8.8% |
| 2024 | $3,431 -0.5% | $285,900 +18.5% |
| 2023 | $3,448 +9% | $241,300 +18.6% |
| 2022 | $3,162 +2.6% | $203,500 +2.9% |
| 2021 | $3,082 +1.1% | $197,700 +4.8% |
| 2020 | $3,048 +4.6% | $188,600 +6.6% |
| 2019 | $2,914 +5.2% | $176,900 +6.2% |
| 2018 | $2,771 +5% | $166,600 +5.3% |
| 2017 | $2,640 +4.7% | $158,200 +3.5% |
| 2016 | $2,521 +7.7% | $152,900 +2.8% |
| 2015 | $2,341 +8.3% | $148,800 +4.3% |
| 2014 | $2,162 -3.9% | $142,600 -9.2% |
| 2013 | $2,250 -2.4% | $157,000 -6.3% |
| 2012 | $2,306 +3.1% | $167,600 -3.5% |
| 2011 | $2,237 -5.7% | $173,700 -11.9% |
| 2010 | $2,372 +5.5% | $197,200 +0.4% |
| 2009 | $2,249 +2.3% | $196,400 -5.7% |
| 2008 | $2,198 -1.1% | $208,300 -3.4% |
| 2007 | $2,223 +19.9% | $215,600 +26.4% |
| 2006 | $1,854 -0.7% | $170,600 +3.9% |
| 2005 | $1,867 +1.4% | $164,200 +10.3% |
| 2004 | $1,841 +3.5% | $148,800 +22.7% |
| 2003 | $1,778 +26.4% | $121,300 +32.9% |
| 2002 | $1,407 +4.9% | $91,300 +10.5% |
| 2000 | $1,341 +23.7% | $82,600 +1.1% |
| 1996 | $1,084 | $81,700 |
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Neighborhood: 02744
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10William H Taylor Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Roosevelt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10New Bedford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.4 mi
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