61 Merrills Wharf, New Bedford MA 02745

New Bedford, MA 02745

$5,990,000

Est. $35,311/month

20,123

Sq Ft

$298

Price/Sq Ft

0.22

Acres

1860

Year Built

101

Days on Market

Active Listed Nov 12, 2025 • MLS# 73453801 Copied!

About this home

The Historic Bourne Counting House – the oldest standing granite building on the New Bedford waterfront, beautifully restored and ready for its next chapter. This waterfront commercial landmark offers 20,123 sq. ft. across four floors with elevator access, combining historic character with modern upgrades. The first floor (6,623 sq. ft.) includes 2123 sq.ft. currently leased to a thriving coffee shop, while on the upper floors you’ll find multiple offices, bathrooms and kitchenettes supporting a variety of uses. Ideal for medical, educational, restaurant, office, or retail purposes. Enjoy stunning harbor views, ample parking, and flexible layouts to suit your commercial vision. A rare opportunity to own a piece of New Bedford’s maritime history in a prime, high-visibility location. Located in Opportunity Zone

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Listing Type

Commercial Sale

Year Built

1860

Living Area

20,123 sq ft

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Home Facts

Type Commercial Sale

Year Built 1860

Living Area 20,123 sq ft

Lot Size 0.22 acres

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Roof Asphalt/composition Shingles, Rubber

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Gas None

Other Public Water, Public Sewer, Natural Gas Available

Financial

Annual Tax $57,868

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61 Merrills Wharf, New Bedford MA 02745

New Bedford, MA 02745

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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

C+

Alma del Mar Charter School

0.3 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

Abraham Lincoln School

0.5 mi | #771 of 824 | Score: 31.0

Dropped 64 spots from last year

-27.3 below state avg

687 students Diverse

Diverse Student Body

Grades K-05

Charles S Ashley School

0.7 mi | #785 of 824 | Score: 29.5

Improved 33 spots from last year

-28.7 below state avg

272 students Diverse

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Middle Schools

1 school

C-

Normandin Middle School

0.9 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

High Schools

1 school

C+

Greater New Bedford Vocational Technical High School

1.6 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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Agent: Laurie Dickey Office: High Pointe Properties

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
11/12/2025	🏠 Listed for Sale	$5,990,000	-	-	Original listing

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Days on Market

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2025	$57,868	—

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Listing Agent Laurie Dickey

Listing Office High Pointe Properties

Agent MLS ID A0001261

Office MLS ID A95544

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