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42 Fairmount St, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740
$3,250
$2,800/mo
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,504
Sq Ft
5,001
Lot Sq Ft
1972
Year Built
1
Garage Space
84
Days on Market
Pending Price Drop -$450 Listed Oct 17, 2025 • MLS# 73445191 Copied! • Updated Jan 11, 2026

About this home

Welcome to 42 Fairmount St in the charming city of New Bedford! This spacious home situated in a corner lot offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 1,504 sq ft of comfortable living space. Enjoy a bright and functional layout designed for both relaxation and entertaining. Each bedroom provides a peaceful retreat, while the kitchen and living areas offer plenty of room to gather. The home includes a one-car garage for parking and extra storage and above the garage a spacious and private office. Situated on a 5,001 sq ft lot, there’s is plenty of outdoor space for leisure. Built in 1972, this property combines classic character with modern flair. Don’t miss the opportunity to rent this home. Pets are negotiable with a pet at the landlord's discretion, must have great credit and excellent references. It could be available for January 01, 2026.

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Property History

Market Insights

1
Price Changes
13.8%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Dec 29, 2025
$2,800 $450 (-13.85%)
From $3,250 to $2,800 (-13.8%)
🏠
Listed for Sale
Oct 18, 2025
$2,800
Original listing
Agent: Candice Sandman Office: Compass
🏠
Listed for Sale
Oct 18, 2025
$3,250
Original listing
Agent: Candice Sandman Office: Compass

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1972
Living Area 1,504 sq ft
Lot Size 5,001 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 7

Rental Details

Available Feb 1, 2026
Lease Term Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Gardener, Other
Security Deposit $3,250
Required First MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Heating Natural Gas, Passive Solar
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement None
Laundry In Basement, In Unit
Features Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Bathroom - Double Vanity/sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom, Study, Home Office-separate Entry, Entry Hall
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Patio, Other
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features None
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Field Card
Documents None
County Bristol
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 86 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1972
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,504 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Entry Level
1

Room Details

First Floor

Kitchen
Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Room
Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
Master Bedroom
Closet

Second Floor

Bedroom3
Closet
Bedroom2
Closet

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Dining Room
Bathroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom, Study, Home Office-Separate Entry, Entry Hall
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: In Basement, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1972
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Passive Solar
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
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
B
Elizabeth Carter Brooks School
0.1 mi | #6 of 12 | Score: 44.4
Improved 419 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
261 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
F
Thomas R Rodman School
0.4 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
B+
Trinity Day Academy
0.8 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
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
C-
Keith Middle School
0.4 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
Our Sisters' School
0.9 mi
Grades 05-06
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
H

High Schools

3 schools
C
New Bedford High School
0.4 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
Bishop Stang High School
0.8 mi
17 sports • 1,282 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
F
Whaling City Junior/Senior High School
1.2 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
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Neighborhood

42 Fairmount St, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740

Listing Information

Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID CN245711
Office MLS ID AN7644
Listing Data Updated Jan 11, 2026 9:11 AM EST
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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