278 Palmer St, New Bedford MA 02740
New Bedford, MA 02740 • West End
$389,000
$359,000
Est. $2,377/month
About this home
!! PRICE REDUCTION MOTIVATIE SELLERS!! Welcome to New Bedfords lovely West End This Lovely 4 bedroom 1 bath Home is perfect for the Large Family and entertaining its generous driveway, Swimming pool and 2 car garage. EV vehicle Hook up wired in. ideally located in New Bedford’s desirable West End. This home offers a perfect blend of convenience and lifestyle Students/Professionals/History and Nature lovers are just steps from Buttonwood Park and Zoo, minutes from the city’s historic downtown, and a short drive to sandy beaches. Commuters will appreciate quick access to the new MBTA South Coast Rail station with direct service to Boston, while nearby shops, restaurants, and medical facilities keep daily needs close at hand. Location Highlights: • Buttonwood Park & Zoo 0.3 miles / 5 min walk • St. Luke’s Hospital – ~1.0 mile / 5 min drive or 20 min walk • Downtown New Bedford & Waterfront 2.5 miles / 8–10 min drive • East Beach 3.5 Close to Elementary, Middle, and Highscho
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Property History
Market Insights
4
Price Changes
7.7%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 1, 2026
$359,000
$20,900
(-5.5%)
From $379,900 to $359,000 (-5.5%)
Price Reduced
Jun 25, 2026
$379,900
$4,100
(-1.07%)
From $384,000 to $379,900 (-1.1%)
Price Reduced
Jun 20, 2026
$384,000
$900
(-0.23%)
From $384,900 to $384,000 (-0.2%)
Price Reduced
Jun 16, 2026
$384,900
$4,100
(-1.05%)
From $389,000 to $384,900 (-1.1%)
Listed for Sale
May 28, 2026
$389,000
Original listing
Office: StartPoint Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $359,000 | $20,900 | - | From $379,900 to $359,000 (-5.5%) |
| 06/25/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $379,900 | $4,100 | - | From $384,000 to $379,900 (-1.1%) |
| 06/20/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $384,000 | $900 | - | From $384,900 to $384,000 (-0.2%) |
| 06/16/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $384,900 | $4,100 | - | From $389,000 to $384,900 (-1.1%) |
| 05/28/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $389,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,340 | $383,700 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,340
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$383,700
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1893
Living Area
1,550 sq ft
Lot Size
0.0000
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Hot Water
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
None
Appliances
Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Partially Finished
Laundry
None
Features
Central Vacuum
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
None
Features
Porch
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Assigned
Total Spaces
7
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,340
Assessed Value
$383,700
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Bristol
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
38 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1893
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,550 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,550 sq ft above grade
848 sq ft below grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
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:
Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Central Vacuum
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Partially Finished
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1893
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Granite
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Hot Water
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch
Patio & Porch:
Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
7
Parking Features:
Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Assigned
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
3 schools
F
Thomas R Rodman School
0.2 mi
|
#796 of 824
|
Score: 29.1
Improved 44 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
200 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
D
Ellen R Hathaway School
0.4 mi
|
#749 of 824
|
Score: 32.5
Improved 13 spots from last year
-25.7 below state avg
201 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
B+
Trinity Day Academy
0.5 mi
|
#149 of 346
|
Score: 72.4
Dropped 126 spots from last year
93 students
Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 04-12
Middle Schools
3 schools
Our Sisters' School
0.7 mi
Grades 05-06
C-
Keith Middle School
0.8 mi
|
#306 of 352
|
Score: 30.8
Improved 4 spots from last year
-27.4 below state avg
949 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A-
Dartmouth Middle School
0.9 mi
|
#90 of 352
|
Score: 50.9
Improved 10 spots from last year
-7.4 below state avg
801 students
Less Diverse
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
C
New Bedford High School
0.6 mi
|
#261 of 346
|
Score: 45.3
Improved 24 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
F
Whaling City Junior/Senior High School
0.8 mi
|
#337 of 346
|
Score: 21.7
Improved 11 spots from last year
-36.5 below state avg
200 students
Diverse
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Bishop Stang High School
1.1 mi
17 sports
• 1,282 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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West End
278 Palmer St, New Bedford MA 02740
New Bedford, MA 02740
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Brian Tregoning
Listing Office
StartPoint Realty
Office Phone
978-422-3999
Agent MLS ID
CN225068
Office MLS ID
AN5803
Listing Data Updated
Jul 5, 2026 3:07 AM EDT
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