1 Thatcher St, New Bedford, MA, 02744
About This Home
Charming and move-in ready 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage-style home located in New Bedford’s desirable South End! Enjoy easy access to New Bedford’s “Blue Lane” waterfront trail network, featuring the CoveWalk, HarborWalk, beaches, Hazelwood Park, and scenic coastal views.This updated home offers warm wood floors, an inviting layout, and low-maintenance living with the perfect blend of comfort and coastal charm. The private backyard retreat creates an ideal setting for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying summer evenings outdoors. Perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone seeking a turnkey home near the water. Don’t miss this South End gem!Easy to show. Call or text for a private showing appointment.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1896
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Finished area above ground: 772
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas,Active Solar,Ductless
- Cooling features: Ductless
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 772
- Total interior livable area: 772 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:0015 L:0253,2884631
- Zoning: RC
Features
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: Walk to,0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach,Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Lot size: 1,215 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
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
- Coastal Flooding
- 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 | $1,769 | $21,228 |
| Home Insurance * | $161 | $1,932 |
| Property Taxes | $328 | $3,936 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $2,612 | $31,344 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-12 | Price change | $350,000 |
| 2026-05-18 | Listed for sale | $360,000 |
| 2022-06-17 | Sold | $290,000 |
| 2022-05-12 | Contingent | $279,800 |
| 2022-04-18 | Listed for sale | $279,800 |
| 2019-11-01 | Listing removed | $174,900 |
| 2019-09-17 | Price change | $174,900 |
| 2019-08-26 | Listed for sale | $179,900 |
| 2000-06-06 | Sold | $72,500 |
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