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273 Purchase St, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740
$489,000
Est. $3,040/month
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,580
Sq Ft
$190
Price/Sq Ft
0.06
Acres
1882
Year Built
Multi Family
Type
4 hours 2 minutes
Time on Market
Active Listed Jan 17, 2026 • MLS# 73469480 Copied!

About this home

Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to own a well-maintained two-family home in the heart of New Bedford with easy access to local amenities, highways, and public transportation. This property offers flexibility for both owner-occupants and investors. Each unit features two bedrooms, with the second-floor unit offering space that can be used as a third bedroom. The first-floor unit is vacant and updated, featuring a kitchen with new cabinets, granite countertops, newer appliances, and modern flooring throughout. Generous size living spaces and a basement with a finished area add to the property’s functionality. The second-floor unit is currently occupied, providing immediate rental income. This a must-see opportunity in a convenient location blocks from Downtown.

Property Overview

Property Type
Multi Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1882
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,580 sq ft
Total Rooms
10
Stories
2
Levels
2

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style Multi Family
Year Built 1882
Living Area 2,580 sq ft
Lot Size 0.06 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Walk-out Access
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Off Street
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $4,413
Assessed Value $390,200

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
Laundry:
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Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1882
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof:
Foundation: Stone
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
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Lot Features: Cleared
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street

Location

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Neighborhood

273 Purchase St, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740

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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

10 schools
St. James-St. John School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Holy Family-Holy Name School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Trinity Day Academy
1.2 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
1.2 mi
Grades K-12
C
Global Learning Charter Public School
2.4 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
2.7 mi
Grades PK-12
C+
Alma del Mar Charter School
2.8 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
4.0 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Alfred J Gomes School
0.2 mi | #676 of 824 | Score: 37.1
Improved 102 spots from last year
-21.1 below state avg
623 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-05
B-
James B Congdon School
0.4 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

5 schools
Nativity Prep School
0.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Our Sisters' School
1.6 mi
Grades 05-06
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
C-
Keith Middle School
1.9 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-
Normandin Middle School
3.9 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
F
Whaling City Junior/Senior High School
0.8 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
1.7 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
4.6 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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Property History

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Jan 17, 2026
$489,000
Original listing
Agent: Legacy Realty Group Office: Keller Williams South Watuppa

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 17, 2026 New Listing Added $489,000 —

Market Statistics

Time on Market
4 hours 2 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$190

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $4,413 $390,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,413
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$390,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Legacy Realty Group
Listing Office Keller Williams South Watuppa
Agent MLS ID TM334907
Office MLS ID AN3817
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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