174 1/2 Grinnell St, New Bedford, MA, 02740
About This Home
Best value in New Bedford! Recently renovated and move-in ready, this home offers an incredible opportunity for first-time buyers or anyone looking for an affordable home without sacrificing quality. Featuring a great-sized eat-in kitchen, large living room, and well-sized bedrooms, there's plenty of space to enjoy. Major updates include a new roof, new windows, vinyl siding, and more, giving you peace of mind for years to come. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking, and take advantage of the heated bonus room in the basement with its own private exterior entrance—perfect for a home office, guest space, gym, or additional living area. Conveniently located close to shopping, restaurants, schools, and highways, this home truly offers one of the best values in New Bedford. Don't miss your opportunity to make it yours!
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1875
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Bungalow
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Microwave
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Bulkhead
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Tile,Carpet
- Finished area below ground: 420
- Finished area above ground: 837
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 837
- Total interior livable area: 837 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0360397
- Zoning: RB
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
- Waterfront features: Ocean,1 to 2 Mile To Beach,Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Lot size: 1,742 sqft
- Features: Other
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,390 | $16,680 |
| Home Insurance * | $159 | $1,908 |
| Property Taxes | $236 | $2,832 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $2,139 | $25,668 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-11 | Contingent | $275,000 |
| 2026-08-03 | Listed for sale | $275,000 |
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