Discover the inviting charm of 551 Union St in New Bedford, MA. This single-family residence, built in 1896, offers a comfortable living space and is ready for you to move in. The kitchen features a convenient peninsula and an open-plan design that seamlessly connects with the living room, creating an ideal space for daily life and entertaining. This residence offers three bedrooms, providing ample private space. Complementing these are one full bathroom and one half bathroom, designed for everyday functionality. Beyond the interior, the property includes solar panels, contributing to efficiency. A welcoming porch offers a pleasant outdoor extension of the home. The spacious back yard is perfect for entertaining .
For sale
$389,900
551 Union St, New Bedford, MA 02740
3beds
1,203sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1896
2,139 Square Feet Lot
$395,000 Zestimate®
$324/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Comfortable living space
- 62 days |
- 992 |
- 82 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Team ROSO 508-951-4104,
RE/MAX Vantage 774-992-0297,
Sandra Almeida 508-989-7283
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73540839
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
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
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Tankless Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,203
- Total interior livable area: 1,203 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,203
Property
Lot
- Size: 2,139 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:0050 L:0203,2891244
- Zoning: RA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other (See Remarks)
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1896
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Bedford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $324/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $381,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,317
- Date on market: 6/25/2026
Estimated market value
$395,000
$375,000 - $415,000
$2,613/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $389,900+16.9%$324/sqft |
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| 6/28/2021 | Sold | $333,500+55.1%$277/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2019 | Sold | $215,000+1.4%$179/sqft |
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| 3/5/2019 | Pending sale | $212,000$176/sqft |
Source: LAER Realty Partners / Rose Homes & Real Estate #72458380 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2019 | Listed for sale | $212,000+91%$176/sqft |
Source: LAER Realty Partners / Rose Homes & Real Estate #72458380 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2012 | Sold | $111,000-7.5%$92/sqft |
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| 3/17/2012 | Price change | $120,000-3.2%$100/sqft |
Source: Northeast Properties #71321474 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2012 | Price change | $124,000-3.9%$103/sqft |
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| 12/30/2011 | Listed for sale | $129,000-20.9%$107/sqft |
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| 3/3/2003 | Sold | $163,000+70.7%$135/sqft |
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| 2/25/1992 | Sold | $95,500$79/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,317 +5.5% | $381,700 +12% |
| 2024 | $4,091 -9.3% | $340,900 +8% |
| 2023 | $4,511 +37.9% | $315,700 +50% |
| 2022 | $3,271 +3.4% | $210,500 +3.7% |
| 2021 | $3,163 +0.1% | $202,900 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $3,161 +2.3% | $195,600 +4.2% |
| 2019 | $3,091 +5.4% | $187,700 +6.4% |
| 2018 | $2,934 +5.3% | $176,400 +5.7% |
| 2017 | $2,786 +5.7% | $166,900 +4.4% |
| 2016 | $2,637 +8.2% | $159,900 +3.2% |
| 2015 | $2,438 +16.9% | $155,000 +12.6% |
| 2014 | $2,086 -8.1% | $137,600 -13.2% |
| 2013 | $2,271 -1.8% | $158,500 -5.7% |
| 2012 | $2,313 -5.7% | $168,100 -11.7% |
| 2011 | $2,452 -4.1% | $190,400 -10.4% |
| 2010 | $2,558 +5.9% | $212,600 +0.8% |
| 2009 | $2,416 +7.6% | $211,000 -0.9% |
| 2008 | $2,246 -0.3% | $212,900 -2.5% |
| 2007 | $2,252 +43.8% | $218,400 +51.6% |
| 2006 | $1,566 +1.4% | $144,100 +6.1% |
| 2005 | $1,544 +3.8% | $135,800 +13% |
| 2004 | $1,487 +20.9% | $120,200 +43.3% |
| 2003 | $1,230 +3.4% | $83,900 +8.7% |
| 2002 | $1,190 +23.7% | $77,200 +30.2% |
| 2000 | $962 +7.2% | $59,300 -12.3% |
| 1996 | $897 | $67,600 |
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Neighborhood: 02740
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Ellen R Hathaway Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Keith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 1/10New Bedford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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