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60 Mechanics Ln, New Bedford, MA, 02740

3beds
2baths
1,660sqft
$695,000
$419price/sqft
$4,923/moest. monthly cost
$196,920/yrincome needed

About This Home

Charming circa-1851 two-family cottage with flexibility to function as a single-family home, ideally set on a picturesque cobblestone street in the heart of historic New Bedford. Just moments from New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park, Your Theatre, and the vibrant downtown waterfront filled with popular restaurants, galleries, shops, and museums. The first floor offers a sun-filled living room, kitchen, updated bath, and bedroom, while the second level includes a kitchen, living room, two bedrooms, and a full bath with skylight. A heated third level adds bonus loft-style living space rarely found in homes of this era. Original plank flooring and period woodwork bring warmth and character throughout. Enjoy two elegant paver patios with multiple seating and dining areas, fire pit, and string lighting. Full basement with laundry, French drain system, insulation, above-grade windows, backyard access, and sunny gym space completes this versatile historic property.

Getting Around

92
WalkingWalker's Paradise
51
TransitGood Transit
57
BikeBikeable

Schools

3/10
Sgt Wm H Carney AcademyGrades PK-50.2 mi
3/10
Keith Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.3 mi
1/10
New Bedford High SchoolGrades 9-121.1 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1851

Materials

  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Property subType: Multi Family

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator
  • Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Sump Pump,Concrete

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Features

  • Bathroom With Tub & Shower,Living Room,Dining Room,Kitchen,Mudroom,Office/Den
  • Window features: Skylight(s),Screens
  • Flooring: Wood,Tile
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area above ground: 1,660

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,660
  • Total interior livable area: 1,660 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: M:0052 L:0203,2891914
  • Zoning: RB
  • Exclusions: Small Harpoon In The Living Room

Features

  • Patio & porch: Porch,Covered
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: City View(s)

Lot

  • Lot size: 1,525 sqft

Parking

  • Parking features: Off Street