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60 Mechanics Lane, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740
$695,000
Est. $4,073/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,660
Sq Ft
$419
Price/Sq Ft
0.04
Acres
1851
Year Built
Multi Family
Type
1
Days on Market
Active Open House Listed Apr 9, 2026 • MLS# 73499223 Copied!

About this home

Charming circa-1851 two-family cottage with flexibility to function as a single-family home, ideally set on a picturesque cobblestone street in the heart of historic New Bedford. Just moments from New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, Your Theatre, and the vibrant downtown waterfront filled with popular restaurants, galleries, shops, and museums. The first floor offers a sun-filled living room, kitchen, updated bath, and bedroom, while the second level includes a kitchen, living room, two bedrooms, and a full bath with skylight. A heated third level adds bonus loft-style living space rarely found in homes of this era. Original plank flooring and period woodwork bring warmth and character throughout. Enjoy two elegant paver patios with multiple seating and dining areas, fire pit, and string lighting. Full basement with laundry, French drain system, insulation, above-grade windows, backyard access, and sunny gym space completes this versatile historic property.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Multi Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1851
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,660 sq ft
Total Rooms
10
Stories
2
Levels
2

Open House Schedule

12
Apr
Sunday, April 12
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style Multi Family
Year Built 1851
Living Area 1,660 sq ft
Lot Size 0.04 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Central, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Mudroom, Office/den

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle

Parking

Features Off Street

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $4,300
Assessed Value $380,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Mudroom, Office/Den
Windows: Skylight(s), Screens
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1851
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:

Location

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Neighborhood

60 Mechanics Lane, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740

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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
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Holy Family-Holy Name School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
St. James-St. John School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Child and Family Services
0.5 mi
Grades K-12
B+
Trinity Day Academy
0.5 mi | #149 of 346 | Score: 72.4
Same rank as last year
93 students Diverse
College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 04-12
C
Global Learning Charter Public School
1.7 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
C+
Alma del Mar Charter School
2.1 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
Nazarene Christian Academy
2.1 mi
Grades PK-12
All Saints Catholic School
3.3 mi
Grades PK-08
C-
Sgt. William H. Carney Memorial Academy Elementary School
0.2 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
West End Day Nursery School
0.5 mi
Grades PK
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Nativity Prep School
0.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Our Sisters' School
1.4 mi
Grades 05-06
C-
Keith Middle School
1.3 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
1.9 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
3.2 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
0.2 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
1.1 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
3.8 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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Property History

Market Insights

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Price Range
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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 9, 2026
$695,000
Original listing
Office: Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
Previous Transaction - MLS #73248201
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jul 16, 2024
$430,000
MLS #73248201
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Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 9, 2026 New Listing Added $695,000 —
Jul 16, 2024 Sold $430,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
1 days
Price per Sq Ft
$419

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $4,300 $380,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,300
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$380,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Jeffrey Pierce
Listing Office Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
Agent MLS ID BB803190
Office MLS ID AN8116
Listing Data Updated Apr 9, 2026 1:22 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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