17 Orchard St # 4, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740 • Center
$6,000/mo
4,132
Sq Ft
0.09
Acres
1958
Year Built
New today
Time on Market
For Rent Listed Oct 26, 2026 • MLS# 73595112 Copied! • Updated Oct 26, 2026

Track this home for price, status, and open-house alerts.

About this home

MAKE A STATEMENT IN DOWNTOWN NEW BEDFORD!The whole building is available for lease!Bring your team and get to work in this professionally furnished, turnkey three-story office building—beautifully transformed by one of the area’s finest builders. With classic New England character, thoughtful modern upgrades, and flexible workspace throughout, this impressive property is ready to become your business’s next destination.The maintenance-free white exterior pairs Everlast lifetime siding with Kolbe windows, Azek trim and railings, and distinctive architectural details, including a charming cupola and elegant mouldings. Inside, the building offers a polished professional setting with many desks and furnishings potentially available.Room to grow, work, and welcome clientsThe new third floor adds flexible space for offices, creative work areas, or storage. The landlord will sheetrock the walls, install a mini-split system for heating and air conditioning, and provide a flooring allowance. A partially finished basement offers additional usable space and another restroom.Updated electrical, HVAC, and roofing add comfort and peace of mind. The layout is well suited to law firms, professional offices, therapists, wellness providers, and other established or growing businesses.Located in Downtown New Bedford, the building is minutes from Route 18, area courthouses, museums, hotels, & excellent restaurants.Timeless character. Modern functionality. Exceptional craftsmanship.There are 13 off street parking spaces too! Lease the entire building and give your business a standout home in the heart of downtown.No Common area mainenance(CAM) fees .. tenant pays only utilities , internet .

Price & Status History

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Rent
Oct 26, 2026
$6,000
Original listing
Agent: Lori A. Nery Office: Coastal Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $8,100 —

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,100
Tax Year 2025

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Commercial Lease
Year Built 1958
Living Area 4,132 sq ft
Lot Size 0.09 acres

Rental Details

Rent Includes None
Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry None
Features None
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Asphalt/composition Shingles
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other Public Water, Public Sewer, Sewer Available, Natural Gas Available

Building & Pet Policy

Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Documents None
County Bristol

Property Overview

Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1958
Living Area
4,132 sq ft

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1958
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Foundation:

Utilities & Systems

Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:
School District
New Bedford School District local
D
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
31% attend college
13% 4-Year 18% 2-Year 4% Out of State 9% Working
⚠ School Safety 2024-25
6.0% Above Average
4.2% Suspensions 1.0% In-School 1.8% Emergency
↑ 0.5% above state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Holy Family-Holy Name School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
St. James-St. John School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Trinity Day Academy
0.5 mi | #149 of 346 | Score: 72.4
Same rank as last year
87 students Diverse
College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 04-12
Child and Family Services
0.7 mi
Grades K-12
C
Global Learning Charter Public School
1.8 mi | #273 of 346 | Score: 45.2
Dropped 3 spots from last year
-13 below state avg
501 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 05-12
Nazarene Christian Academy
2.1 mi
Grades PK-12
C+
Alma del Mar Charter School
2.3 mi | #232 of 352 | Score: 37.7
Improved 36 spots from last year
-20.5 below state avg
1,044 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-08
All Saints Catholic School
3.5 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Sgt. William H. Carney Memorial Academy Elementary School
0.2 mi | #704 of 825 | Score: 35.4
Improved 112 spots from last year
-22.8 below state avg
649 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
D
Ellen R Hathaway School
0.4 mi | #753 of 825 | Score: 32.3
Dropped 85 spots from last year
-25.9 below state avg
217 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Nativity Prep School
0.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Our Sisters' School
1.2 mi
Grades 05-06
C-
Keith Middle School
1.3 mi | #307 of 352 | Score: 31.0
Dropped 18 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
918 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C-
Roosevelt Middle School
1.9 mi | #305 of 352 | Score: 31.3
Improved 43 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
779 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C-
Normandin Middle School
3.3 mi | #295 of 352 | Score: 32.1
Improved 9 spots from last year
-26.1 below state avg
922 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
F
Whaling City Junior/Senior High School
0.1 mi | #338 of 346 | Score: 21.9
Improved 16 spots from last year
-36.3 below state avg
190 students Diverse
College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
C
New Bedford High School
1.0 mi | #262 of 346 | Score: 46.3
Improved 39 spots from last year
-11.9 below state avg
2,792 students Diverse
19 sports • 1,326 athletes
Early College Program Rising School Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
C+
Greater New Bedford Vocational Technical High School
4.0 mi | #231 of 346 | Score: 49.4
Dropped 42 spots from last year
-8.8 below state avg
2,161 students Diverse
19 sports • 1,754 athletes
High Graduation Rate Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Learn about these ratings

Location

Loading map...

Neighborhood

Center

17 Orchard St # 4, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740

Listing Information

Listing Agent Lori A. Nery
Listing Office Coastal Realty
Office Phone 508-990-4280
Agent MLS ID FR000674
Office MLS ID NB1609
Listing Data Updated Oct 26, 2026 1:39 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

Contact Us

Steve Novak Real Estate
Steve Novak Real Estate
BMN Boston Powered by SERHANT
Ask about this property — free, no obligation.

Similar Rentals

Market Analytics for New Bedford, MA

Real-time market trends and pricing data for this area

Loading market insights for New Bedford.