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551 Union St, New Bedford

Active $389,900

  • 3 bd
  • 1.5 ba
  • 1,203 sqft
  • 1896 built
  • $324/sqft
  • MLS #7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠0⁠8⁠3⁠9⁠

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Listing broker remarks

Discover the inviting charm of 551 Union St in New Bedford, MA. This single-family residence, built in 1896, offers a comfortable living space and is ready for you to move in. The kitchen features a convenient peninsula and an open-plan design that seamlessly connects with the living room, creating an ideal space for daily life and entertaining. This residence offers three bedrooms, providing ample private space. Complementing these are one full bathroom and one half bathroom, designed for everyday functionality. Beyond the interior, the property includes solar panels, contributing to efficiency. A welcoming porch offers a pleasant outdoor extension of the home. The spacious back yard is perfect for entertaining .— RE/MAX Vantage

Key details

  • 1,203 sq ft
  • 2,139 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1896 built
  • $324 / sq ft
  • $4,317 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠0⁠8⁠3⁠9⁠
Last updated
Address
551 Union St
Town
New Bedford, MA
ZIP
02740
Deed (Bk/Pg)
13882 / 311

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Neighborhood: New Bedford

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.