**See Firm Remarks for offer deadline details**. Beautifully maintained and well-cared-for home in the far north end. Conveniently located to shopping and highway. Upon entering you are greeted by hardwood flooring throughout the first floor. An open floor plan featuring custom cabinets in the kitchen with ample storage, and granite countertops. An oversized kitchen island with seating adjoins the living room and dining room. Perfect for entertaining! Attached is a large screen porch overlooking a tranquil yard, composite deck, and swimming pool in a fenced-in backyard. 3 full-sized bedrooms and bath upstairs. The lower level offers a bonus room with a fireplace and a wood stove. With an additional bathroom/laundry room. Oversized garage with tons of storage. The exterior has been improved in the last 4 years including a new roof, new windows, siding, clapboard, and cedar impression shingles. 2 new mini split A/C installed on the upper level. OH Sat. 7/13 11-1.
Sold for $470,000
$470,000
978 Chaffee St, New Bedford, MA 02745
3beds
1,246sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
5,998 Square Feet Lot
$533,700 Zestimate®
$377/sqft
$2,658 Estimated rent
Home value
$533,700
$507,000 - $560,000
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Listed by:
Nancy Briggs 508-254-6393,
Suburban Lifestyle Real Estate 508-520-4300
Bought with:
Stephanie Fajardo
LAER Realty Partners / Rose Homes & Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73262545
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 8 x 11
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet
- Level: Basement
- Area: 81
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Open Floorplan, Slider
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18 x 15
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Oven
- Laundry: Closet - Cedar, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Washer Hookup
Features
- Play Room, Sun Room
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Finished,Garage Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,246
- Total interior livable area: 1,246 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Under, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened, Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Porch - Screened, Deck - Composite, Pool - Above Ground, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Above Ground
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,998 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:0130A L:0195,2906258
- Zoning: RA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Bedford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $377/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $379,200
- Annual tax amount: $4,550
- Date on market: 1/6/2026
- Exclusions: Freezer And Refrigerator In The Basement.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/27/2024 | Sold | $470,000+4.5%$377/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73262545 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2024 | Contingent | $449,900$361/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73262545 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $449,900$361/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73262545 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,748 +4.4% | $419,800 +10.7% |
| 2024 | $4,550 -5.7% | $379,200 +12.3% |
| 2023 | $4,827 +6.3% | $337,800 +15.6% |
| 2022 | $4,542 +5.4% | $292,300 +5.7% |
| 2021 | $4,311 +1.5% | $276,500 +5.2% |
| 2020 | $4,247 +1.4% | $262,800 +3.4% |
| 2019 | $4,187 +3.6% | $254,200 +4.6% |
| 2018 | $4,043 +5.7% | $243,100 +6.1% |
| 2017 | $3,825 +6.5% | $229,200 +5.3% |
| 2016 | $3,590 +7.6% | $217,700 +2.7% |
| 2015 | $3,335 +4.5% | $212,000 +0.7% |
| 2014 | $3,191 -1% | $210,500 -6.4% |
| 2013 | $3,223 -1.4% | $224,900 -5.3% |
| 2012 | $3,268 +0.4% | $237,500 -6% |
| 2011 | $3,255 -4.3% | $252,700 -10.7% |
| 2010 | $3,403 +2.9% | $282,900 -2% |
| 2009 | $3,307 +6.3% | $288,800 -2.1% |
| 2008 | $3,111 +2.3% | $294,900 |
| 2007 | $3,040 +4.4% | $294,900 +10.1% |
| 2006 | $2,912 +8.8% | $267,900 +13.8% |
| 2005 | $2,676 +7.8% | $235,400 +17.3% |
| 2004 | $2,483 +6.7% | $200,700 +26.4% |
| 2003 | $2,328 +5.9% | $158,800 +11.3% |
| 2002 | $2,199 +12.7% | $142,700 +18.7% |
| 2000 | $1,951 +7.8% | $120,200 -11.8% |
| 1996 | $1,809 | $136,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02745
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Elwyn G Campbell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Normandin Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 1/10New Bedford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Campbell School
- Middle: Normandin
- High: Nbhs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Bristol County
- New Bedford
- 02745
- 978 Chaffee St
