Waterfront
Address
278 Palmer St, New Bedford, MA
Price
$ 369,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#73525663
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Price Changed
- CountyBRISTOL
- CityNew Bedford
- NeighborhoodWest End
- Zip02740
- StyleColonial
- Year Built1893
- Taxes$ 4340
- Price$ 369,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1550
Data Source:
Massachusetts MLS Property Info Network (MLSPIN)
Property Description
Buyers Lending may Fall through!!! MOTIVATED SELLERS!! Welcome to New Bedfords lovely West End This Lovely 4 bedroom 1 bath Home is perfect for the Large Family and entertaining its generous driveway, Swimming pool and 2 car garage. EV vehicle Hook up wired in. ideally located in New Bedford’s desirable West End. This home offers a perfect blend of convenience and lifestyle Students/Professionals/History and Nature lovers are just steps from Buttonwood Park and Zoo, minutes from the city’s historic downtown, and a short drive to sandy beaches. Commuters will appreciate quick access to the new MBTA South Coast Rail station with direct service to Boston, while nearby shops, restaurants, and medical facilities keep daily needs close at hand. Location Highlights: • Buttonwood Park & Zoo 0.3 miles / 5 min walk • St. Luke’s Hospital – ~1.0 mile / 5 min drive or 20 min walk • Downtown New Bedford & Waterfront 2.5 miles / 8–10 min drive • East Beach 3.5 Close to Elementary, Middle, High Schools
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 5/28/2026 | Listed $389,000 |
| 6/16/2026 | 2$384,900 |
| 6/20/2026 | 1$384,000 |
| 6/25/2026 | 2$379,900 |
| 7/1/2026 | 6$359,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Hot Water |
| Cooling | Window Unit(s) |
| Utilities | for Gas Range |
| Appliances | Electric Water Heater,Range,Refrigerator |
| Zoning | R-! |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Porch |
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Year Built | 1893 |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Parcel Number | 2891253 |
| Waterfront Features | Ocean,1 to 2 Mile To Beach |
| Community Features | Public Transportation,Shopping,Park,Walk/Jog Trails,Medical Facility,House of Worship,Public School,T-Station |
| County | Bristol |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | West End |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Waterview | No |
| Total Rooms | 7 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Price Changed |
| Directions | GPS RT 6 TO PALMER ST LOOK FOR THE OPEN HOUSE SIGNS KEPTON TO ROUNDS TO ELM TO PLAMER 278 |
| City | New Bedford |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 0.09 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Year Built Details | Actual |
| Tax Annual Amount | 4340 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| Tax Assessed Value | 383700 |
| Certified Treated | Unknown |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Central Vacuum |
|---|---|
| Basement | Full,Partially Finished |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1550 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 848 |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Record |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Porch |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Detached,Paved Drive,Off Street,Assigned |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 7 |
| Foundation Details | Granite |
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 1550 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Covered Spaces | 2 |
| Road Frontage Type | Public |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 02740
Price
Taxes
Year Built
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