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1538 1540 Purchase St

New Bedford, MA 02740

5 beds
3 baths
2,400 sqft
4,961 sqft lot
$250 per sqft
1870 build
– on site

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This fully renovated 2-unit property in New Bedford, MA offers modern living with extensive updates. Key features include exterior improvements of new roof, vinyl siding, and vinyl windows to enhance energy efficiency. Inside, new fiberglass insulation in walls and ceilings for improved comfort as well as a new water heater, heating system, and upgraded electric throughout the house have been added. Unit 1 features 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and spacious living and dining areas. Unit 2 offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and access to a walk-up attic. Both units have been meticulously renovated with new bathrooms, new flooring, fresh paint, modern appliances, updated countertops and kitchen cabinets. Additionally, the property is conveniently located within walking distance of the new train station coming soon, making it ideal for commuters. This is a must-see for anyone looking for a move-in-ready investment or multi-family home!

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / Sarah Dumke / Evolution Real Estate

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jan 16, 2025 •

MLS# 73283065 —

The Building

Year Built:

1870
Year Built Details:

Approximate
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Roof:

Shingle
Basement:

Full
Foundation Details:

Block
Exterior Features:

Rain Gutters
Window Features:

Insulated Windows
Stories Total:

3
# of Units Total:

2
Building Area Total:

2400
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Rooms Total:

10
Interior Features:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring:

Wood
Fireplace:

false
Laundry Features:

Electric Dryer Hookup

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2400

Location

Directions:

From 195 E, take Rt 18 S, then Purchase St Exit. Take right onto Purchase St.
Latitude:

41.646057
Longitude:

-70.927683

The Property

Parcel Number:

M:0072 L:0130,2895278
Property Type:

Residential Income
Property Subtype:

2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

0.11
Lot Size SqFt:

4961
Lot Size Acres:

0.11
Zoning:

MUB
View:

City View(s)
View:

true
Water View:

No
Waterfront:

false
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Frontage Type:

Public
Road Responsibility:

Public Maintained Road

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Book Number:

14831
Tax Annual Amount:

3233
Tax Assessed Value:

269400

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

3

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Heating:

true
Cooling:

None
Cooling:

false

Utilities

Utilities:

for Electric Range
Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Range

The Community

Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Public Transportation
Spa:

false

Parking

Garage:

false
Parking Total:

3
Parking Features:

Off Street
Open Parking:

true

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From

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
1/10/25 Jan 10, 2025	Sold	MLSPIN	$600,000	9.3%
12/15/24 Dec 15, 2024	Pending	MLSPIN	$549,000
12/10/24 Dec 10, 2024	Relisted	MLSPIN	$549,000

Multifamily Sold on 1/10/2025

$600,000

Listing provided by broker:

Sarah Dumke

Evolution Real Estate

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1538 1540 Purchase St

New Bedford, MA 02740