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$325,000
4 Beds 2 Baths
HOA
N/A
SQFT
2058
162 Elm St
New Bedford, MA 02740
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Property Description

Own a piece of New Bedford history at 162 Elm Street—built in 1855 and one of the three oldest homes still standing on Elm St. This 2,182 sq ft, 4-bed, 2-bath cottage-style home features a gable roof, a curved front staircase, a second back staircase to the kitchen, and original details including a fireplace. Zoned MUB, it offers flexible residential or business use. Located in the downtown area just blocks from City Hall, courthouses, the Registry of Deeds, public library, Whaling Museum, and Waterfront. Close access to public transit, commuter rail, and highways. The home needs updating and restoration but offers incredible potential. It’s the largest single-family home < / = 325K currently for sale in the city.

Property Details

Amenities

  • Medical Facility
  • Public Transportation
  • Shopping

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 9
  • Laundry Room Features: Full

Utilities

  • Heating: Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • Electric Info: Other (See Remarks)
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Oven, for Gas Range
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer

Garage & Parking

  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Unpaved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 2

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 2058
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1855
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Cottage
  • Construction Type: Other (See Remarks)
  • Foundation Info: Other (See Remarks)
  • Roof Material: Other (See Remarks)
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Lot Description: Other (See Remarks)
  • Road Type: Public

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73420135
  • Last Updated: 08/24/25
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown
  • Terms: Other (See Remarks)

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Seller's Representative: Deborah McLaughlin, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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MLS PIN data last updated at 2025-08-24 03:06:00

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