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Step into history with the iconic James Taylor Home, circa 1859, located just steps from the heart of New Bedford's famed Whaling Seaport. Surrounded by renowned restaurants, charming shops, and the newly operational commuter rail, this prime location offers both convenience and character. Currently configured as a five-family property-four units within the main residence and a fifth in a separate structure-this historic gem presents endless possibilities. Restore it to its original grandeur or capitalize on a unique investment opportunity and expand your portfolio. A rare chance to own a piece of New Bedford history in an unbeatable location! The city currently has it identified as three units, two in the main house and a third in the detached building. The owner is looking into this as he and his family have owned it for many years and have always been of the understanding that it has 5 units. Buyer should also perform their own due diligence.

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Basic Information

  • Contingency Inspection
  • Gross Income $31,800
  • Listing Terms Contract
  • Lot Features Cleared, Level
  • Mls StatusContingent
  • Parcel Number M:0051 L:0297,2891678
  • Road Frontage DescriptionPaved

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $666,900
  • Tax Year 2025
  • Taxes$7,543

Parking

  • Open Parking YN Yes
  • Parking Features Paved Drive, Tandem, Paved
  • Parking Spaces3

Rooms

  • Bathroom5
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 5
  • Bedrooms6
  • Full Bath5

Basic Information

  • List Price$499,900
  • MLS Number73507908
  • Modification Date05/26/2026
  • Property SubType4 Family
  • Purchase Contract Date05/26/2026

Location

  • Address179 Cottage Street
  • Building Number179
  • CountyBristol
  • StateMA
  • StreetCottage Street
  • TownNew Bedford
  • Zip02740

Building

  • BasementFull, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • Construction Materials Frame
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplaces Total 4
  • FoundationBrick/Mortar, Granite
  • Levels 4
  • Patio And Porch Features Enclosed, Screened
  • Rooms18
  • Stories4
  • Units3
  • Window Features Screens
  • Year Built1859
  • Year Built Details Actual
  • Year Built Source Public Records

Property

  • Acreage0.15

Exterior

  • Exterior Features Rain Gutters
  • RoofShingle, Rubber

Utilities

  • Electric 100 Amp Service
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Water Source Public

Property Information

  • Building Area Source Other
  • Living Area 3,830
  • Lot Size Square Feet 6,695
  • Lot Size Units Acres
  • Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road
  • Square Feet3,830

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Golf
    • Highway Access
    • House of Worship
    • Laundromat
    • Marina
    • Medical Facility
    • Park
    • Private School
    • Public School
    • Public Transportation
    • Shopping
    • T-Station
  • Other AmenitiesBasement, Fireplace, Golf

Water Body

  • Miles to Beach2
  • Waterfront Features Ocean,1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)

Legal

  • ZoningRA

Other

  • Date Listed04/27/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet

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Listed by Brian Balestracci of Milestone Realty,Inc.

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