$6,530

closing credit¹

227 Orchard St New Bedford, MA 02740

$549,900
5 beds
2 full
2,494 sqft
0.1 acres
$220 / sqft
House

Property details

About 227 Orchard St

227 Orchard Street, New Bedford, is a breathtaking 1910 Queen Anne Style Colonial that perfectly combines historic charm with modern comforts. This spacious home features five bedrooms, two fully remodeled bathrooms, and a newly updated kitchen. The second floor offers three generously sized bedrooms, along with a full bathroom that includes a convenient washer and dryer hookup. The third floor provides two additional bedrooms, perfect for a home office, playroom, or guest quarters. Classic details, including original moldings and intricate craftsmanship, are preserved throughout, adding timeless character to every room. The property also boasts a fenced-in lot for privacy, off-street parking for convenience, and an unbeatable location just minutes from downtown New Bedford and the hospital. With motivated sellers, this is a rare opportunity to own a home that blends elegance, history, and modern upgrades—don’t let it slip away!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHot Water, Radiant, Oil
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size2,494 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.12 Acres
Year built1910
ParkingPaved Drive, Off Street
MLS #73327688
WaterfrontBeach

Summary

  • MLS Number: 73327688
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (617) 206-3333
  • Listing Agent: The Mathew J. Arruda Group

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 10, 2022
Home Sold
$426,500
Feb 28, 2017
Home Sold
$230,000
Nov 06, 2009
Home Sold
$232,900
Apr 30, 1998
Home Sold
$116,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$396,800$4,762
2023$369,200$5,276
2022$313,300$4,869
2021$295,600$4,608
2020$270,700$4,375
2019$252,900$4,165

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

James B. Congdon Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.4 mi

50 Hemlock St

4

Alfred J. Gomes Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.4 mi

286 S 2nd St

1

Renaissance Community Innovation School

Public District PK-5

0.4 mi

286 S 2nd St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $64,205. The majority of New Bedford, MA residents have income less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

36%
<35k
30%
35k-100k
21%
100k-200k
13%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

42%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
28%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses
  • Horse RacesHorse Races

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • QdobaQdoba
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 227 Orchard St

This home is located at 227 Orchard St in New Bedford, MA and zip code 02740. This 2,494 square foot home, which was built in 1910, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $549,900.

While more than 16 listings in New Bedford, MA in January 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 4 listings sold at asking price, and more than 22 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in New Bedford, MA decreased by 11.5% between December and January 2025. Listings spent 49 days on the market in January 2025, and had a median list price of $449,980 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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