
Estimated payment $2,133/month
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Property is near public transit
- 1 Fireplace
- Cottage
About This Home
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.
Listing Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties Listed on: 08/20/2025

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,344
Year Built
- Built in 1855
Lot Details
- 4,487 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned MUB
Home Design
- Cottage
Interior Spaces
- 2,058 Sq Ft Home
- 1 Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Parking
- 2 Car Parking Spaces
- Unpaved Parking
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 304
- Assessor Parcel Number M:0052 L:0304,2891999
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | $4,344 | $384,100 | $106,000 | $278,100 |
2024 | $4,348 | $362,300 | $101,200 | $261,100 |
2023 | $4,450 | $311,400 | $101,200 | $210,200 |
2022 | $4,071 | $262,000 | $92,300 | $169,700 |
2021 | $3,947 | $253,200 | $92,300 | $160,900 |
2020 | $3,962 | $245,200 | $92,300 | $152,900 |
2019 | $3,898 | $236,700 | $92,300 | $144,400 |
2018 | $3,665 | $220,400 | $92,300 | $128,100 |
2017 | $3,291 | $197,200 | $92,300 | $104,900 |
2016 | $3,184 | $193,100 | $95,800 | $97,300 |
2015 | $2,935 | $186,600 | $95,800 | $90,800 |
2014 | $2,729 | $180,000 | $92,300 | $87,700 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
08/20/2025 08/20/25 | For Sale | $325,000 | -- | $158 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | -- | -- | |
Deed | -- | -- |
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