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    • Price cut: $15K (8/19)
    $760,000

    97 Madison Street, New Bedford, MA 02740

    4beds
    3,420sqft
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    $4,808/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1875
    6,969 Square Feet Lot
    $756,600 Zestimate®
    $222/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Private backyard patioOrnate roof linesOriginal flooringInviting front porchStick style architectureMarble fireplacesRefined crown moldings
    Price Adjustment: Welcome to the elegant 97 Madison St in New Bedford - a historic gem built in 1875 & owned by Samuel Hudson Cook who established Paul Dixon & Cook Insurance - a maritime insurance agency. Located just outside of Downtown New Bedford, this magnificent home is a superb example of Stick Style architecture, characterized by its ornate roof lines, bay windows, & the unique shed-style hoods above shuttered windows. Inside you will discover a sunlit interior decorated with period details including marble fireplaces, refined crown moldings, ceiling medallions, & original flooring - all reflecting the home's authentic charm. Three of the bedrooms offer a contemporary en suite bathroom maximizing ease of living. The home also features an additional fourth/guest bedroom, & a walk up attic with expansion possibilities. Enjoy outdoor living on the inviting front porch or private backyard patio. Come and appreciate this extraordinary residence and located on one of the city's loveliest streets.
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    Listed by:

    Mathew J Arruda mathew.arruda@compass.com,

    Compass Massachusetts, LLC

    Source: CCIMLS,MLS#: 22601646MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Closet
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Bedroom 2, Closet, Private Full Bath
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 3
      • Description: Flooring: Wood
      • Features: Bedroom 3, Closet, Private Full Bath
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 4
      • Description: Flooring: Carpet
      • Features: Bedroom 4, Shared Half Bath
      • Level: First
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Private Full Bath
      Dining room
      • Features: Wet Bar, Dining Room, Built-in Features
      • Level: First
      Kitchen
      • Features: Kitchen, Pantry, Private Half Bath
      • Level: First
      Living room
      • Description: Flooring: Wood
      • Features: Living Room
      • Level: First
      Heating
      • Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Electric Dryer, Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: Laundry Room, Private Full Bath, Second Floor
      Features
      • Wet Bar, Pantry
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
      • Basement: Interior Entry,Full
      • Number of fireplaces: 5
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,420
      • Total interior livable area: 3,420 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Open
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      • Exterior features: Garden
      • Fencing: Fenced
      Lot
      • Size: 6,969 Square Feet
      • Features: In Town Location, School, Medical Facility, Major Highway, House of Worship, Near Golf Course, Shopping, Public Tennis, Marina
      Details
      • Additional structures: Other
      • Parcel number: NEWB M:0046 L:0122
      • Zoning: RA
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Victorian
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Foundation: Other
      • Roof: Slate
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled, Actual, Cer. Historic
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1875

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: New Bedford

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $222/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $724,300
      • Annual tax amount: $8,192
      • Date on market: 4/22/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 156 days

        Estimated market value

        $756,600

        $719,000 - $794,000

        $3,497/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/19/2026Price change$760,000-1.9%$222/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73490163 Report a problem
        7/5/2026Price change$775,000-3.1%$227/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73490163 Report a problem
        5/28/2026Price change$799,900-2.4%$234/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73490163 Report a problem
        3/23/2026Listed for sale$819,900$240/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73490163 Report a problem
        12/5/2025Listing removed$819,900$240/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73420480 Report a problem
        8/20/2025Listed for sale$819,900+124.6%$240/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73420480 Report a problem
        8/28/2015Sold$365,000-1.3%$107/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/3/2015Listed for sale$369,900-7.2%$108/sqft
        Source: Diana Henry Realty #71849651 Report a problem
        10/29/2013Listing removed$398,500$117/sqft
        Source: Conway - Dartmouth at Padanaram Village #71491033 Report a problem
        3/8/2013Listed for sale$398,500+13.9%$117/sqft
        Source: Conway - Headquarters #71491033 Report a problem
        10/20/2010Listing removed$349,900-12.5%$102/sqft
        Source: William J. Milbury #71040370 Report a problem
        3/4/2010Listed for sale$399,900$117/sqft
        Source: William J. Milbury #71040370 Report a problem
        10/10/2009Listing removed$399,900$117/sqft
        Source: Milbury and Company Real Estate #70881319 Report a problem
        2/28/2009Listed for sale$399,900$117/sqft
        Source: William J. Milbury #70881319 Report a problem
        1/13/2009Listing removed$399,900$117/sqft
        Source: MLS Property Information Network #70460616 Report a problem
        7/31/2008Listed for sale$399,900-11.1%$117/sqft
        Source: MLS Property Information Network #70460616 Report a problem
        2/27/2008Listing removed$449,900$132/sqft
        Source: NCI Report a problem
        1/31/2008Listed for sale$449,900+232%$132/sqft
        Source: NCI Report a problem
        6/1/1995Sold$135,500-28.3%$40/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/17/1988Sold$189,000$55/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$8,192 -6%$724,300 -0.3%
        2024$8,714 -0.7%$726,200 +18.3%
        2023$8,774 +13.5%$614,000 +23.4%
        2022$7,730 +4.9%$497,400 +5.2%
        2021$7,368 -2.2%$472,600 +1.3%
        2020$7,537 +5.9%$466,400 +7.9%
        2019$7,120 +9.8%$432,300 +10.9%
        2018$6,482 +5%$389,800 +5.4%
        2017$6,172 +4.4%$369,800 +3.1%
        2016$5,913 +6.6%$358,600 +1.7%
        2015$5,545 +5.9%$352,500 +2%
        2014$5,238 +2.6%$345,500 -3%
        2013$5,106 +1.8%$356,300 -2.3%
        2012$5,018 -1.3%$364,700 -7.6%
        2011$5,085 -1.1%$394,800 -7.6%
        2010$5,139 +4.5%$427,200 -0.5%
        2009$4,918 +7.1%$429,500 -1.3%
        2008$4,591 +0.3%$435,200 -2%
        2007$4,577 +6.3%$443,900 +12.1%
        2006$4,305 +4.7%$396,000 +9.5%
        2005$4,113 +23.1%$361,700 +33.9%
        2004$3,341 -7.7%$270,100 +9.4%
        2003$3,620 +2.3%$246,900 +7.5%
        2002$3,540 +37.9%$229,700 +45.2%
        2000$2,568 +18.7%$158,200 -2.9%
        1996$2,163 $163,000
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 02740

        Getting around

        85 / 100
        Very Walkable
        48 / 100
        Some Transit
        57 / 100
        Bikeable

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        • District: New Bedford

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