179 Cottage St, New Bedford MA 02740
New Bedford, MA 02740
$550,000
$499,900
Est. $3,356/month
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About this home
CONTRACTORS AND INVESTORS TAKE NOTE! MOTIVATED SELLER! Step into history with the iconic James Taylor Home, circa 1859, located just steps from the heart of New Bedford’s famed Whaling Seaport. Surrounded by renowned restaurants, charming shops, and the newly operational commuter rail, this prime location offers both convenience and character. This historic gem presents endless possibilities. Restore it to its original grandeur or capitalize on a unique investment opportunity and expand your portfolio. A rare chance to own a piece of New Bedford history in an unbeatable location! The city currently has it identified as three units, two in the main house and a third in the detached building. The main home presents an opportunity to potentially expand the number of units in it with proper city approval. The main home is now completely empty and there is one remaining tenant in the back home who would like to stay if possible. Buyer should also perform their own due diligence.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
9.1%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Back On Market
Aug 28, 2026
Active
Showing Instructions Updated
Aug 28, 2026
New showing requirements
Status: Active under contract
May 27, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
May 26, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Price Reduced
May 10, 2026
$499,900
$50,100
(-9.11%)
From $550,000 to $499,900 (-9.1%)
Property Type Updated
Apr 27, 2026
3 Family → 4 Family
Listed for Sale
Apr 27, 2026
$550,000
Original listing
Agent: Brian Balestracci
Office: Milestone Realty, Inc.
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/28/2026 | • Back On Market | - | - | - | Active |
| 08/28/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 05/27/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 05/26/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 05/10/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $499,900 | $50,100 | - | From $550,000 to $499,900 (-9.1%) |
| 04/27/2026 | 🔧 Property Type Updated | - | - | - | 3 Family → 4 Family |
| 04/27/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $550,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,543 | $666,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,543
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$666,900
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
4 Family
Year Built
1859
Living Area
3,830 sq ft
Lot Size
0.15 acres
Stories
3
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
5
Total Rooms
15
Investment Metrics
Units
3
Unit 1 Rent
— · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Unit 3 Rent
$1,500/mo · N
Total Monthly Rent
$1,500/mo
Gross Income
$18,000
Net Operating Income
$18,000
Cap Rate
3.60%
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
4
Basement
Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
Features
Rain Gutters
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Enclosed, Screened
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,543
Assessed Value
$666,900
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Yellow
Sq Ft Source
Other
Sq Ft Disclosures
living area was done by a scan of the floors, buyer to perform their own due diligence
Documents
None
County
Bristol
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
43 days
Property Overview
Property Type
4 Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1859
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
5
Living Area
3,830 sq ft
Total Rooms
15
Stories
3
Levels
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
3,830 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchEnclosed, Screened
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Screens
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1859
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Brick/Mortar, Granite
Stories:
3
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Heating Zones:
3
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch:
Enclosed, Screened
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Cleared, Level
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Tandem, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
4
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Nearby Schools
School District
New Bedford School District local
C-
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Holy Family-Holy Name School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
St. James-St. John School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Trinity Day Academy
0.4 mi
|
#149 of 346
|
Score: 72.4
Same rank as last year
93 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
|
#263 of 346
|
Score: 45.1
Improved 7 spots from last year
-13.1 below state avg
508 students
Diverse
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-12
Nazarene Christian Academy
2.0 mi
Grades PK-12
C+
Alma del Mar Charter School
2.3 mi
|
#234 of 352
|
Score: 37.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-20.5 below state avg
1,042 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-08
All Saints Catholic School
3.4 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Sgt. William H. Carney Memorial Academy Elementary School
0.2 mi
|
#706 of 824
|
Score: 35.2
Improved 110 spots from last year
-23 below state avg
618 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
D
Ellen R Hathaway School
0.3 mi
|
#749 of 824
|
Score: 32.5
Dropped 81 spots from last year
-25.7 below state avg
201 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Nativity Prep School
0.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Our Sisters' School
1.2 mi
Grades 05-06
C-
Keith Middle School
1.2 mi
|
#306 of 352
|
Score: 30.8
Dropped 17 spots from last year
-27.4 below state avg
949 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C-
Roosevelt Middle School
2.0 mi
|
#307 of 352
|
Score: 30.8
Improved 41 spots from last year
-27.4 below state avg
759 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C-
Normandin Middle School
3.3 mi
|
#291 of 352
|
Score: 32.1
Improved 13 spots from last year
-26.1 below state avg
990 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
F
Whaling City Junior/Senior High School
0.1 mi
|
#337 of 346
|
Score: 21.7
Improved 17 spots from last year
-36.5 below state avg
200 students
Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
C
New Bedford High School
0.9 mi
|
#261 of 346
|
Score: 45.3
Improved 40 spots from last year
-12.9 below state avg
2,878 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
3.9 mi
|
#230 of 346
|
Score: 48.4
Dropped 41 spots from last year
-9.8 below state avg
2,151 students
Diverse
19 sports
• 1,754 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Career Tech Programs
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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179 Cottage St, New Bedford MA 02740
New Bedford, MA 02740
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Brian Balestracci
Listing Office
Milestone Realty, Inc.
Office Phone
508-989-6371
Agent MLS ID
CN226751
Office MLS ID
AN7845
Listing Data Updated
Aug 28, 2026 5:03 PM EDT
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