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596 County St, New Bedford, MA, 02740

5beds
3baths
3,198sqft
$539,900
$169price/sqft
$4,179/moest. monthly cost
$167,160/yrincome needed

About This Home

Timeless charm meets modern convenience at 596 County Street! This beautifully maintained home showcases the character and craftsmanship of a bygone era with stunning original hardwood floors, rich woodwork, custom built-ins, and an inviting grand staircase. Thoughtful updates blend seamlessly with the home’s historic appeal, including an updated kitchen, refreshed finishes, and comfortable living spaces throughout. Enjoy spacious bedrooms, abundant natural light, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that truly feels like home. Conveniently located near downtown New Bedford, Buttonwood Park, shopping, restaurants, hospitals, and major highways, this is a rare opportunity to own a home full of charm, character, and timeless appeal.

Getting Around

84
WalkingVery Walkable
50
TransitGood Transit
53
BikeBikeable

Schools

3/10
Sgt Wm H Carney AcademyGrades PK-50.3 mi
3/10
Keith Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.0 mi
1/10
New Bedford High SchoolGrades 9-120.9 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1916

Materials

  • Foundation: Granite

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area above ground: 3,198

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Hot Water,Radiant,Oil
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,198
  • Total interior livable area: 3,198 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: M:0058 L:0061,2892973
  • Zoning: RB

Features

  • Patio & porch: Deck
  • Exterior features: Deck

Lot

  • Lot size: 3,302 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

  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties

Flood
Hurricane
Severe Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,730$32,760
Home Insurance *$313$3,756
Property Taxes $506$6,072
Electricity $630$7,567
Total$4,179$50,148
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$143,280/yr
40% on housing$125,370/yr
45% on housing$111,440/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 213,928Commercial: 230
Total Premiums$400.85M
Total Exposure$115.57B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.0%
7.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.9%
7.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.5%
-0.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$169This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 02740$230
Bristol County$275

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 02740$297
Bristol County$339

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

DateEventPrice
2026-08-04Price change$499,000
2026-07-19Listed for sale$539,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentMichael Vaz
BrokerageCentury 21 Signature Properties

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