198 Bolton St, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740

$549,900

$499,900

Est. $3,085/month

5

Beds

2

Baths

1,350

Sq Ft

$370

Price/Sq Ft

0.18

Acres

1957

Year Built

1

Garage Space

Single Family Residence

Type

33

Days on Market

Pending Price Drop -$50,000 Listed May 9, 2026 • MLS# 73515603 Copied! • Updated Jun 16, 2026

About this home

Presenting an exceptional opportunity at 198 Bolton St, New Bedford, MA, a single-family residence constructed in 1957. This distinguished property encompasses 1,350 sq. ft. of meticulously designed living space, offering an a blend of classic charm & functional elegance. The residence provides 5 bedrooms, each offering distinct possibilities for private repose or versatile use as a home office. NEW updated kitchen with beautiful granite countertops and SS appliances. Complementing the living quarters are two full bathrooms, designed for both convenience & comfort. Property has a 1-car garage, providing secure parking & additional storage solutions. The expansive lot offers considerable outdoor space for recreation & potential landscape design. This property represents a refined living experience, inviting discerning buyers to explore its full potential. Newer roof, freshly painted, new patio w/pergola, newer oil tank, water heater, power shades & whole house water filtration system.

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2

Price Changes

9.1%

Price Range

Property Timeline

📋

Status: Active under contract

Jun 8, 2026

Active → Active Under Contract

⏳

Pending Sale

Jun 5, 2026

Offer accepted, sale pending

↓

Price Reduced

May 26, 2026

$499,900 $25,000 (-4.76%)

From $524,900 to $499,900 (-4.8%)

👁️

Showing Instructions Updated

May 18, 2026

New showing requirements

↓

Price Reduced

May 18, 2026

$524,900 $25,000 (-4.55%)

From $549,900 to $524,900 (-4.5%)

🏠

Listed for Sale

May 9, 2026

$549,900

Original listing

Office: Century 21 Signature Properties

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
06/08/2026	📋 Status: Active under contract	-	-	-	Active → Active Under Contract
06/05/2026	⏳ Pending Sale	-	-	-	Offer accepted, sale pending
05/26/2026	↓ Price Reduced	$499,900	$25,000	-	From $524,900 to $499,900 (-4.8%)
05/18/2026	👁️ Showing Instructions Updated	-	-	-	New showing requirements
05/18/2026	↓ Price Reduced	$524,900	$25,000	-	From $549,900 to $524,900 (-4.5%)
05/09/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$549,900	-	-	Original listing

Tax History

Year	Taxes	Assessment
2025	$4,282	$378,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax

$4,282

Tax Year 2025

Assessed Value

$378,600

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1957

Living Area 1,350 sq ft

Lot Size 0.18 acres

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 2

Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Oil

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Wood, Carpet

Appliances Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment

Fireplace None

Fireplaces 1

Basement Partially Finished

Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup

Features None

Exterior

Construction Stone

Architecture Cape

Roof Shingle

Features Covered Patio/deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing Fenced

Patio/Porch Covered

Parking

Garage Spaces 1

Has Garage Yes

Features Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric 220 Volts

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer

Financial

Annual Tax $4,282

Assessed Value $378,600

HOA & Community

Fee Includes None

Amenities None

Optional Fee Includes None

Down Payment Resource Eligible

MA Disclosures

Seller Disclosures Central A/c On First Floor Only.

Additional Details

Possession None

Accepted Financing None

Structure Type []

Sq Ft Source Public Record

Documents None

County Bristol

Total market time (incl. prior listings) 34 days

Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1957

Bedrooms

5

Full Bathrooms

2

Living Area

1,350 sq ft

Total Rooms

7

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1

Bedroom5

Bedroom4

Bedroom3

Dining Room

Kitchen

Bathroom2

Bedroom2

Living Room

Bathroom3

Master Bedroom

Office

Family Room

Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Carpet

Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment

Interior Features:

Windows:

Basement: Partially Finished

Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup

Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape

Year Built: 1957

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Stone

Roof: Shingle

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Oil

Cooling: Central Air

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees

Patio & Porch: Covered

Fencing: Fenced

Other Structures:

Lot Features: Corner Lot

Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1

Garage Type: Attached

Total Parking Spaces: 3

Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1

Fireplace Type:

Community Amenities: Shopping, Park, Public School

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

E

Elementary Schools

3 schools

A-

Joseph Demello School

0.5 mi | #221 of 824 | Score: 53.8

Improved 98 spots from last year

-4.4 below state avg

392 students Moderate

Rising School

Grades K-05

C-

John B Devalles School

0.5 mi | #722 of 824 | Score: 34.1

Improved 107 spots from last year

-24.1 below state avg

292 students Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades K-05

B-

James B Congdon School

0.7 mi | #488 of 824 | Score: 45.0

Dropped 6 spots from last year

-13.2 below state avg

299 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades K-05

M

Middle Schools

3 schools

C-

Roosevelt Middle School

1.2 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

Nativity Prep School

1.5 mi

Grades 05-08

Our Sisters' School

1.5 mi

Grades 05-06

H

High Schools

3 schools

F

Whaling City Junior/Senior High School

1.6 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

2.3 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

Bishop Stang High School

2.5 mi

17 sports • 1,282 athletes

Strong Athletics

Grades 09-12

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