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179 Cottage St, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740
$499,900
Est. $3,356/month
6
Beds
5
Baths
3,830
Sq Ft
$131
Price/Sq Ft
0.15
Acres
1859
Year Built
17
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$50,100 Open House Listed Apr 27, 2026 • MLS# 73507908 Copied!

About this home

Step into history with the iconic James Taylor Home, circa 1859, located just steps from the heart of New Bedford’s famed Whaling Seaport. Surrounded by renowned restaurants, charming shops, and the newly operational commuter rail, this prime location offers both convenience and character. Currently configured as a five-family property—four units within the main residence and a fifth in a separate structure—this historic gem presents endless possibilities. Restore it to its original grandeur or capitalize on a unique investment opportunity and expand your portfolio. A rare chance to own a piece of New Bedford history in an unbeatable location! The city currently has it identified as three units, two in the main house and a third in the detached building. The owner is looking into this as he and his family have owned it for many years and have always been of the understanding that it has 5 units. Buyer should also perform their own due diligence.

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Property Overview

Property Type
4 Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1859
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
5
Living Area
3,830 sq ft
Total Rooms
18
Stories
4
Levels
4

Open House Schedule

16
May
Saturday, May 16
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style 4 Family
Year Built 1859
Living Area 3,830 sq ft
Lot Size 0.15 acres
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 5
Total Rooms 18

Interior

Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 4
Basement Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle, Rubber
Features Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Enclosed, Screened

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $7,543
Assessed Value $666,900

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows: Screens
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1859
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Granite
Stories: 4

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating:
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling:
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch: Enclosed, Screened
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Cleared, Level
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Tandem, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 4
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

179 Cottage St, New Bedford MA 02740

New Bedford, MA 02740

Walkability

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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
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Trinity Day Academy
0.4 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
0.7 mi
Grades K-12
C
Global Learning Charter Public School
1.8 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
2.0 mi
Grades PK-12
C+
Alma del Mar Charter School
2.3 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
All Saints Catholic School
3.4 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
D
Ellen R Hathaway School
0.3 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
1.2 mi
Grades 05-06
C-
Keith Middle School
1.2 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
2.0 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
3.3 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
0.1 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
0.9 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
3.9 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 Changes
9.1%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
May 10, 2026
$499,900 $50,100 (-9.11%)
From $550,000 to $499,900 (-9.1%)
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Property Type Updated
Apr 27, 2026
3 Family → 4 Family
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Listed for Sale
Apr 27, 2026
$550,000
Original listing
Agent: Brian Balestracci Office: Milestone Realty, Inc.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 10, 2026 Price Changed $499,900 -$50,100
Apr 27, 2026 New Listing Added $550,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
17 days
Price per Sq Ft
$131
Total Price Drop
-$50,100

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $7,543 $666,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,543
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$666,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent Brian Balestracci
Listing Office Milestone Realty, Inc.
Agent MLS ID CN226751
Office MLS ID AN7845
Listing Data Updated May 14, 2026 3:05 AM 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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