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Recent Drop: $4,001
$544,999
398 Union St, New Bedford, MA 02740
New Bedford, MA 02740
Beds
10
Baths
3.5
SqFt
3,065
Style
Single Family
Built
1891
Large Victorian style home w/plenty of rooms & space for your needs. Previously used as a rooming/group house & is now used as a large single family; great for multi conversion, business use, extended family or rental income. First floor layout includes 4 spacious bedrooms, living room, dining room, bonus room, large entry hallway, eat-in kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, & back hallway that leads to another porch & back yard. A beautiful staircase to 2nd floor offers 4 more large bedrooms 2 more full bathrooms & a 2nd living/family room; the 3rd floor is finished w/2 additional bonus rooms. Tall ceilings throughout, hardwood floors & updated bathrooms. Huge basement w/tall ceilings can be finished for more living space, office, gym & lots of storage. Porches & back yard offers lots of shade perfect for relaxing or your entertaining needs. Close to downtown, the historic district, great area amenities like the Whale museum; you'll love everything New Bedford has to offer.
Key facts
It was listed on June 3, 2026. The price has come down from an original $549,000 to $544,999, most recently on August 25, 2026. The annual property taxes are $6,624 (2025 tax year). It sits on a 0.08-acre (3,690 sq ft) lot.
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 21 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within New Bedford, MA.
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$544,999
Was $549,000
Aug 25, 2026
MLS® 73529683
$549,000
Jun 3, 2026
MLS® 73529683
$549,000
Feb 27, 2026
MLS® 73442569
$549,000
Oct 11, 2025
MLS® 73442569
$299,000
Aug 5, 2010
MLS® 71080396
$299,000
May 12, 2010
MLS® 71080396
Questions about this home
When was 398 Union St, New Bedford listed?
398 Union St, New Bedford was listed on June 3, 2026.
Has the price of 398 Union St, New Bedford changed?
The price has come down from an original $549,000 to $544,999, most recently on August 25, 2026.
What are the property taxes for 398 Union St, New Bedford?
The annual property taxes for 398 Union St, New Bedford are $6,624 (2025 tax year).
How big is the lot at 398 Union St, New Bedford?
398 Union St, New Bedford sits on a 0.08-acre (3,690 sq ft) lot.
What is the status of 398 Union St, New Bedford?
398 Union St, New Bedford is actively listed for sale.
Population
46,281
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$55K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
60.4%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Bristol County
1,079 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+41% vs the prior 12 months) — 501 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 3,065 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 3,690 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Daisy De La Rosa
Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty
MLS® Number: 73529683
