174 1/2 Grinnell, New Bedford MA 02740
New Bedford, MA 02740 • South
$275,000
Est. $1,819/month
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Sunday, August 9
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
08
Aug
Saturday, August 8
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT
About this home
Best value in New Bedford! Recently renovated and move-in ready, this home offers an incredible opportunity for first-time buyers or anyone looking for an affordable home without sacrificing quality. Featuring a great-sized eat-in kitchen, large living room, and well-sized bedrooms, there's plenty of space to enjoy. Major updates include a new roof, new windows, vinyl siding, and more, giving you peace of mind for years to come. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking, and take advantage of the heated bonus room in the basement with its own private exterior entrance—perfect for a home office, guest space, gym, or additional living area. Conveniently located close to shopping, restaurants, schools, and highways, this home truly offers one of the best values in New Bedford. Don't miss your opportunity to make it yours!
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Property History
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Listed for Sale
Aug 3, 2026
$275,000
Original listing
Agent: Russell Lavoie
Office: Freedom Realty Group LLC
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/03/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $275,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,747 | $242,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$2,747
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$242,900
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1875
Living Area
837 sq ft
Lot Size
0.04 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Tile, Carpet
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Cottage, Bungalow
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch
Parking
Features
Off Street
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$2,747
Assessed Value
$242,900
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Seller Is A Ma Licensed Real Estate Broker.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Bonus heated finished room in basement
Documents
None
County
Bristol
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1875
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
837 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
837 sq ft above grade
420 sq ft below grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Carpet
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead
Laundry:
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Cottage, Bungalow
Year Built:
1875
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch
Patio & Porch:
Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Other
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Off Street
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
St. James-St. John School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Holy Family-Holy Name School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Trinity Day Academy
1.1 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
1.2 mi
Grades K-12
C
Global Learning Charter Public School
2.4 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
2.6 mi
Grades PK-12
C+
Alma del Mar Charter School
2.8 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
4.0 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
James B Congdon School
0.3 mi
|
#488 of 824
|
Score: 45.0
Dropped 6 spots from last year
-13.2 below state avg
299 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
C-
Alfred J Gomes School
0.4 mi
|
#676 of 824
|
Score: 37.1
Improved 102 spots from last year
-21.1 below state avg
623 students
Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Nativity Prep School
0.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Our Sisters' School
1.4 mi
Grades 05-06
C-
Roosevelt Middle School
1.3 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-
Keith Middle School
1.8 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-
Normandin Middle School
3.9 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
3 schools
F
Whaling City Junior/Senior High School
0.7 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
1.6 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
4.6 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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174 1/2 Grinnell, New Bedford MA 02740
New Bedford, MA 02740
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Russell Lavoie
Listing Office
Freedom Realty Group LLC
Office Phone
774-361-2794
Agent MLS ID
CN257988
Office MLS ID
AN9022
Listing Data Updated
Aug 3, 2026 9:23 AM EDT
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