Welcome to 96 Locust St, a great opportunity for a first-time homebuyer or anyone looking to downsize without sacrificing comfort and convenience. This cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch offers easy one-level living with a practical layout, central air conditioning, in-unit laundry, and off-street parking. Vinyl siding and a newer roof help keep maintenance simple, making this home an appealing option for buyers looking for something manageable and affordable. Conveniently located near shopping, parks, schools, public transportation, and highway access. A wonderful starter home or downsizing option ready for its next owner.
For sale
$349,000
96 Locust St, New Bedford, MA 02740
2beds
759sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
1,459 Square Feet Lot
$348,000 Zestimate®
$460/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Central air conditioningNewer roofVinyl sidingIn-unit laundryOff-street parking
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bessy Rivas 774-520-7433,
RE/MAX Vantage 774-992-0297
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73563793
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 759
- Total interior livable area: 759 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 759
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Paved Drive
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 1,459 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:0071 L:0404,2895159
- Zoning: RB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Bedford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $460/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $207,100
- Annual tax amount: $2,342
- Date on market: 8/14/2026
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$348,000
Estimated sales range
$331,000 - $365,000
Rent Zestimate®
$1,783/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $349,000+19.1%$460/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73563793 Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2025 | Sold | $293,000-2%$386/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73303947 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $299,000+130%$394/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73303947 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2019 | Sold | $130,000+4%$171/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2019 | Pending sale | $125,000$165/sqft |
Source: Frakes Realty #72582126 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2019 | Listed for sale | $125,000+13.7%$165/sqft |
Source: Frakes Realty #72582126 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2013 | Listing removed | $109,900$145/sqft |
Source: Coastal Realty #71338548 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2012 | Listed for sale | $109,900-15.4%$145/sqft |
Source: Coastal Realty #71338548 Report a problem | ||
| 12/30/2011 | Listing removed | $129,900$171/sqft |
Source: Gaspar-Rapoza Realty #71254783 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2011 | Price change | $129,900-3.7%$171/sqft |
Source: Gaspar-Rapoza Realty #71254783 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2011 | Listed for sale | $134,900$178/sqft |
Source: Gaspar-Rapoza Realty #71254783 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,342 -9.3% | $207,100 -3.7% |
| 2024 | $2,581 +1.2% | $215,100 +20.5% |
| 2023 | $2,551 +14.3% | $178,500 +24.3% |
| 2022 | $2,232 +4.3% | $143,600 +4.7% |
| 2021 | $2,139 -16.2% | $137,200 -13.2% |
| 2020 | $2,553 +4.9% | $158,000 +6.9% |
| 2019 | $2,434 +12.1% | $147,800 +13.2% |
| 2018 | $2,172 +7.2% | $130,600 +7.6% |
| 2017 | $2,026 +11.8% | $121,400 +10.5% |
| 2016 | $1,812 +6.3% | $109,900 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,704 +4.7% | $108,300 +0.9% |
| 2014 | $1,627 +9.9% | $107,300 +3.9% |
| 2013 | $1,480 -0.9% | $103,300 -4.8% |
| 2012 | $1,493 -1.9% | $108,500 -8.2% |
| 2011 | $1,522 -5.5% | $118,200 -11.7% |
| 2010 | $1,610 +4% | $133,800 -1% |
| 2009 | $1,548 +4.5% | $135,200 -3.7% |
| 2008 | $1,481 +2.3% | $140,400 |
| 2007 | $1,448 +20% | $140,400 +26.5% |
| 2006 | $1,207 +6.8% | $111,000 +11.7% |
| 2005 | $1,130 -3.7% | $99,400 +4.9% |
| 2004 | $1,173 +34.7% | $94,800 +59.6% |
| 2003 | $871 +2.7% | $59,400 +8% |
| 2002 | $848 +44.7% | $55,000 +52.4% |
| 2000 | $586 +26.8% | $36,100 +3.7% |
| 1996 | $462 | $34,800 |
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Nearby schools
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- 2/10John Avery Parker Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Keith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10New Bedford High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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