71 Hawthorn St, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740 • Center
$1,750,000
$1,350,000
Est. $8,221/month
10
Beds
4
Baths
5,760
Sq Ft
$234
Price/Sq Ft
1.07
Acres
1887
Year Built
8
Parking
750
Days on Market
For Sale Price Drop -$400,000 Listed Aug 2, 2024 • MLS# 73273208 Copied! • Updated Aug 21, 2026

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About this home

Recapture a sumptuous era in this impressive Neo-Classical Revival built in 1887. This distinguished residence is truly a One-of-a-Kind home. Most original interior features remain including stunning stained glass, beautiful carved woodwork, massive china closet and three levels of living area all set on a 1.05-acre lot with a separate charming carriage house. which could be developed into a separate residence. Enter the long central hall flanked by FP living room w/ bay window & alcove, sitting room and large dining room with built int and stunning fireplace. A spacious kitchen & half bath complete the first level. The second floor offers 6 sleeping rooms & 2 baths. The third level is ideal for teenagers, guests or use as Airbnb. This home embodies it all and is a true gem for the historic home lover. Viewings by appointment only.

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Property History

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Price Changes
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Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
May 1, 2026
$1,350,000 $175,000 (-11.48%)
From $1,525,000 to $1,350,000 (-11.5%)
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Listed for Sale
Aug 3, 2024
$1,525,000
Original listing

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $14,334 $1,309,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$14,334
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,309,000

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1887
Living Area 5,760 sq ft
Lot Size 1.07 acres
Bedrooms 10
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 2
Total Rooms 16

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 7
Basement Full
Laundry In Basement
Features Bathroom, Bedroom

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial, Antique
Roof Slate, Rubber
Features Porch, Rain Gutters, City View(s)
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Carriage Shed, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 8
Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $14,334
Assessed Value $1,309,000
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures New Panel For 200 Amp Has Been Installed And Trench Dug. Square Footage Somewhat Larger Than Public Record. Public Record Claims 8 Bedrooms, Actual 10.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color Beige
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Bristol
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 749 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1887
Bedrooms
10
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
5,760 sq ft
Total Rooms
16

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Bathroom, Bedroom
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Full
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial, Antique
Year Built: 1887
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Slate, Rubber
Foundation: Granite

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 5
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Rain Gutters, City View(s)
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Detached, Carriage Shed, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 7
Fireplace Type:
View: Yes
View Type: City View(s), City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
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
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Holy Family-Holy Name School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Trinity Day Academy
0.7 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
0.9 mi
Grades K-12
C
Global Learning Charter Public School
2.1 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
2.2 mi
Grades PK-12
C+
Alma del Mar Charter School
2.5 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
3.7 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Sgt. William H. Carney Memorial Academy Elementary School
0.4 mi | #706 of 824 | Score: 35.2
Improved 110 spots from last year
-23 below state avg
618 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
D
Ellen R Hathaway School
0.4 mi | #749 of 824 | Score: 32.5
Dropped 81 spots from last year
-25.7 below state avg
201 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Nativity Prep School
0.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Our Sisters' School
1.1 mi
Grades 05-06
C-
Keith Middle School
1.4 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-
Roosevelt Middle School
1.7 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-
Normandin Middle School
3.6 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
0.3 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
1.2 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
4.2 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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71 Hawthorn St, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740

Listing Information

Listing Agent Diana Henry
Listing Office Diana Henry Realty
Office Phone 508-997-6250
Agent MLS ID BB921686
Office MLS ID BB4982
Listing Data Updated Aug 21, 2026 12:40 PM EDT
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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