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474 John St, New Bedford MA 02740 – 2 bed 3 bath For Sale – 73422777

$ 550,000
474 John St, New Bedford MA 02740,

Overview

  • Updated On:
  • August 31, 2025
  • listingid
  • 73422777
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2.5 Bathrooms
  • 1 Garage Space
  • 6 Non-Garage Parking Spaces
  • 1948

Description

Meticulously maintained Cape on a beautifully landscaped double lot in New Bedford’s desirable Buttonwood Park area. Double lot offering generous open space and potential to build an ADU with appropriate city approvals. The open-concept living room flows into a sun-filled four-season sun room and out to a private covered deck overlooking the backyard. The updated eat-in kitchen features cherry cabinets, granite counters, and generous dining space. Upstairs offers two bright bedrooms, a cedar closet, and full bath, while the finished basement includes additional living space, wet bar, laundry, office, half-bath and abundant storage. Features include solar panels, pellet stove, and brick fireplace. Detached garage with cabinets and extra fridge plus a gardening shed provide added utility. The fenced yard showcases flower gardens. Conveniently located near Buttonwood Park, historic downtown, beaches, schools, hospitals and major highways.

This property is listed by Erin Hovan from Compass

Property Listing Details

Overview

MLS Status
Price $ 550,000
Living Area 1,537.00 ft2
Bedrooms 2
Total Rooms 6
Listing MLS ID 73422777
Days on Market 4
Bathrooms 2.5

Unit Information

Bedrooms 2
Full Bathrooms 2
Half Bathrooms 1
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Heating Central,Baseboard,Natural Gas,Pellet Stove
Uncovered Parking 6
Garage Parking 1
Water View No
Unit Level
Common Walls
Laundry Features Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,In Basement,Gas Dryer Hookup
Lead Paint Unknown
Outdoor Space Available
Living Area Includes Basement Full,Finished,Bulkhead
Patio And Porch Features Porch,Deck,Deck - Composite
Parking Features Detached,Off Street
Waterview Features
Flooring Tile,Hardwood,Flooring - Hardwood

Building Information

Building Name
Units in Building
Pets Allowed
Association Amenities
Pool Features
Waterfront Features
Association Fee Includes
Construction Materials Frame
Year Built 1948
Security Features Security System
Sewer Public Sewer
Spa Features
Structure Type
Water Source Public,Cistern
Basement Full,Finished,Bulkhead
Roof Shingle

Additional Details

Community Features Public Transportation,Shopping,Pool,Tennis Court(s),Park,Walk/Jog Trails,Stable(s),Golf,Medical Facility,Laundromat,Bike Path,Conservation Area,Highway Access,House of Worship,Marina,Private School,Public School,T-Station,University
Disclosures Buyer and Buyer’s Agent are responsible for verifying all information and conducting their own due diligence.
Last Updated August 31, 2025 at 04:49pm
Building Area Source Public Records
MLS PIN Page
Parcel Number 2887516
Original List Price 595000
Listing Office compass
Tax Annual Amount 4893
Tax Assessed Value 432700
Tax Book Number 22874
Tax Year 2025
Year Built Details Actual
Year Built Source Public Records
Zoning RB
Listing Agent erin hovan

Property Address

Address: 474 John St, New Bedford MA 02740
State/County:
Zip: 02740
Country: US

Amenities and Features

Other Features
Bonus Room
Deck
Deck - Composite
Dishwasher
Dryer
Fenced Yard
Garden
Gas Water Heater
Has Cooling System
Has Fireplace
Has Garage
Has Heating System
Office
Oven
Porch
Rain Gutters
Range
Refrigerator
Storage
Sun Room
Washer
Water Heater
Wet Bar

Payment Calculator

$ 3,151.36
per month
  • Principal and Interest
  • Property Tax
  • HOA fee
$ 2,638.02

Map

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Schools
Restaurants
Pharmacies
Hospitals

What's Nearby

Food

New Beige
(1.51 miles)New Beige
Smashed
(1.35 miles)Smashed
Sixes & Sevens
(1.22 miles)Sixes & Sevens
The Black Whale
(1.61 miles)The Black Whale
The Quahog Republic Whaler's Tavern
(1.5 miles)The Quahog Republic Whaler's Tavern

Health & Medical

Revitalize Hydration and Wellness
(0.85 miles)Revitalize Hydration and Wellness
Merolla Chiropractic
(0.94 miles)Merolla Chiropractic
New Bedford Community Health
(1.4 miles)New Bedford Community Health
Alan J. Weinshel, MD, FACC
(0.66 miles)Alan J. Weinshel, MD, FACC
Metro Medic Walk-In Medical Center
(1.46 miles)Metro Medic Walk-In Medical Center

Shopping

The Sea Witch
(2.34 miles)The Sea Witch
Salt & Sole
(1.5 miles)Salt & Sole
Big Value Outlet Stores
(1.67 miles)Big Value Outlet Stores
The Landing Gift Shop and Chandlery
(1.53 miles)The Landing Gift Shop and Chandlery
New Bedford Antiques At The Cove
(1.75 miles)New Bedford Antiques At The Cove

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474 John St, New Bedford MA 02740 | © 2024 DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE. ALL MATERIAL PRESENTED HEREIN IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. WHILE THIS INFORMATION IS BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT, IT IS REPRESENTED SUBJECT TO ERRORS, OMISSIONS, CHANGES OR WITHDRAWAL WITHOUT NOTICE. ALL PROPERTY INFORMATION, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO SQUARE FOOTAGE, ROOM COUNT, NUMBER OF BEDROOMS AND THE SCHOOL DISTRICT IN PROPERTY LISTINGS ARE DEEMED RELIABLE, BUT SHOULD BE VERIFIED BY YOUR OWN ATTORNEY, ARCHITECT OR ZONING EXPERT. THE NUMBER OF BEDROOMS LISTED ABOVE IS NOT A LEGAL CONCLUSION. EACH PERSON SHOULD CONSULT WITH HIS/HER OWN ATTORNEY, ARCHITECT OR ZONING EXPERT TO MAKE A DETERMINATION AS TO THE NUMBER OF ROOMS IN THE UNIT THAT MAY BE LEGALLY USED AS A BEDROOM. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY.

Property Details

474 John St, New Bedford MA 02740 – 2 bed 3 bath For Sale – 73422777

$ 550,000

Status:

474 John St, New Bedford MA 02740, , , 02740

Country: US

Property Overview

MLS #: 73422777

Type: /

Action:

Year Built: 1948 (Actual, Source: Public Records, Effective: )

Living Area: 1,537.00 ft2 (Total: 1537 Square Feet, Source: Public Records)

Lot Size: 0.27 ft2 (Area: 0.27 Acres, SqFt: 11761)

Total Rooms: 6

Condition:

Availability:

Building Name:

Interior Features

Bedrooms: 2 (Main Level: )

Bathrooms: Total: 2.5 (Full: 2, Half: 1, Decimal: 2.5, Main Level: )

Basement: Full,Finished,Bulkhead

Fireplaces: 1 (Living Room)

Flooring: Tile,Hardwood,Flooring - Hardwood

Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,In Basement,Gas Dryer Hookup

Window Features:

Door Features:

Accessibility:

Entry: Level , Location:

Other Equipment:

Construction & Design

Style: Cape

Materials: Frame

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter (Area: )

Roof: Shingle

Stories: ()

Common Walls:

Body Type:

Utilities & Green Features

Heating: Central,Baseboard,Natural Gas,Pellet Stove

Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Water Source: Public,Cistern

Sewer: Public Sewer (NB)

Utilities: for Gas Range,for Gas Oven,for Gas Dryer

Electric: 100 Amp Service (Expense: )

Gas:

Energy Certificate:

Green Energy Efficient:

Green Energy Generation: Solar

Green Indoor Air Quality:

Green Water Conservation:

Insulation: Full,Fiberglass

Exterior & Lot Features

Garage Spaces: 1

Covered Spaces: 1

Parking Total: 6

Parking Features: Detached,Off Street

Pool:

Spa:

Patio/Porch: Porch,Deck,Deck - Composite

Fencing: Fenced

Lot Features: Level,Other

View: (, Waterview Y/N: No)

Waterfront:

Road Frontage: Public ()

Road Surface:

Road Responsibility:

Other Structures:

Horse Amenities:

Wooded Area:

Pasture Area:

Cultivated Area:

Additional Parcels: (Number: )

Outdoor Space:

Community & Association

Community Features: Public Transportation,Shopping,Pool,Tennis Court(s),Park,Walk/Jog Trails,Stable(s),Golf,Medical Facility,Laundromat,Bike Path,Conservation Area,Highway Access,House of Worship,Marina,Private School,Public School,T-Station,University

Association Fee: ()

Fee Includes:

Association Amenities:

Pets Allowed:

Schools: E: Betsey Winslow, M: Keith Ms, H: New Bedford Hs

Zoning: RB ()

MLS Area: Major: , Minor:

Management:

Optional Fee: (Includes: )

Property Description

Meticulously maintained Cape on a beautifully landscaped double lot in New Bedford’s desirable Buttonwood Park area. Double lot offering generous open space and potential to build an ADU with appropriate city approvals. The open-concept living room flows into a sun-filled four-season sun room and out to a private covered deck overlooking the backyard. The updated eat-in kitchen features cherry cabinets, granite counters, and generous dining space. Upstairs offers two bright bedrooms, a cedar closet, and full bath, while the finished basement includes additional living space, wet bar, laundry, office, half-bath and abundant storage. Features include solar panels, pellet stove, and brick fireplace. Detached garage with cabinets and extra fridge plus a gardening shed provide added utility. The fenced yard showcases flower gardens. Conveniently located near Buttonwood Park, historic downtown, beaches, schools, hospitals and major highways.

Room Details

Living Room (): x ( sqft) - Features:

Dining Room (): x ( sqft) - Features:

Kitchen (): x ( sqft) - Features:

Master Bedroom (): x ( sqft) - Features:

Master Bathroom: Features:

Laundry Dimensions:

Multi-Unit Information (if applicable)

Total Units:

Units Owner Occupied:

Unit 1: Beds: , Full Baths: , Half Baths: , Levels: , Rent: , Lease:

Unit 2: Beds: , Full Baths: , Half Baths: , Levels: , Rent: , Lease:

Unit 3: Beds: , Full Baths: , Half Baths: , Levels: , Rent: , Lease:

Unit 4: Beds: , Full Baths: , Half Baths: , Levels: , Rent: , Lease:

Complex Complete:

Unit Building:

Financial & Lease Information

Tax Annual Amount: 4893 (Year: 2025)

Tax Assessed Value: 432700

Tax Block/Lot/Book/Map: / 0006 / 22874 / 33

Parcel Number: 2887516

Special Licenses:

Current Financing:

Gross Income: (Scheduled: )

Net Operating Income:

Operating Expense: (Water/Sewer: , Insurance: )

Financial Data Source:

APOD Available:

Tenant Pays:

Rent Includes:

Total Actual Rent:

Lease Term: (Existing Type: )

Deposit Required: (Security: , First Month: , Last Month: )

Insurance Required:

References Required:

Listing & Agent Information

Listing Agent: Erin Hovan (MLS ID: CN220309) / Team:

Listing Office: Compass (MLS ID: AN2383)

Agent (Property): 369593

Buyer Agent MLS ID:

Buyer Office MLS ID:

Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell

Listing Contract Date: 2025-08-27

Expiration Date: 1900-01-01

Original List Price: 595000

Price Per SqFt (List): 357.84

Market Time (Property): 4 (Broker: 4, Prev Broker: 0, Prev Property: 0)

MLS Status: Price Changed

Possession:

Directions: Allen Street to John Street

Disclosures: Buyer and Buyer’s Agent are responsible for verifying all information and conducting their own due diligence., N

Lead Paint: Unknown

Title 5:

Exclusions:

Contingency:

Special Listing Conditions:

Lender Owned:

Short Sale Lender Approval Required:

Home Warranty Y/N:

Documents Available: (Count: )

Showings Deferral Date:

Open House Flag: 1

Listing Alert: No

Square Feet Disclosures: Finished basement not included in living area. (Incl. Base: No, Other: )

Master Book/Page: / (Page: 0)

Sale Information (if applicable)

Close Date:

Close Price:

Price Per SqFt (Sold):

Anticipated Sold Date:

Concessions Amount:

Purchase Contract Date:

Sold vs Rent:

System Information

Property ID: 2390205

Modification Timestamp: August 31, 2025 at 04:49pm

Bridge Modification Timestamp: August 31, 2025 at 04:51pm

Original Entry Timestamp: August 27, 2025 at 09:44pm

Status Change Timestamp: August 31, 2025 at 04:49pm

Off Market Date:

Development Status:

Business Type:

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